Causes: Christianity, Homeless & Housing, Housing Development, Construction & Management, Religion

Mission: Habitat for Humanity’s vision is a world where everyone has a decent place to live. We seek to put God’s love into action, by bringing people together to build homes, communities and hope. Founded in Americus, GA in 1976, Habitat for Humanity has helped build, renovated and repair more than 1 million decent, affordable houses sheltering more than 5 million people worldwide. Habitat for Humanity - Coosa Valley was founded in 1984 based on the mission. While working in partnership with and on behalf of Habitat for Humanity International, we operate autonomously, choosing our own families, raising our own funds and building our own houses in Floyd, Chattooga and Polk counties.

Results: Currently working on our 57th home.

Target demographics: low income individuals and families

Geographic areas served: Polk, Chattooga and Floyd counties

Programs: new homeownership and minor outside home repairs and maintenance.