ABOUT US
Habitat for Humanity San Luis Obispo County is an affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International (HFHI), a non-profit, housing organization that helps people build or improve places to call home. We believe affordable housing creates strength, stability, and self-reliance among residents in local communities. Habitat works in over 70 countries around the world, with 33 affiliates serving California communities. Habitat has built over 500,000 houses around the world, providing 2,500,000 people with safe, decent, affordable shelter.
Habitat for Humanity SLO County is a non-profit organization that brings people together to build homes, communities, and hope. Habitat SLO County began building homes in 2003 and has completed 26 homes from Cambria to Grover Beach.
Since 1997, we have built, repaired, and rehabilitated houses throughout San Luis Obispo County. We believe in a world where everyone has a decent place to live. By building and improving homes, we create strong and stable communities. Habitat for Humanity SLO County strives to make decent, sustainable, and affordable housing a reality for all.
Our Mission
Habitat for Humanity San Luis Obispo County brings people together to build homes, communities, and hope.
Bringing People Together
The focus of Habitat’s mission is not simply the construction of houses, but also the development and empowerment of people and communities. Habitat is invested creating an environment where people come together towards a common goal. We build strength, stability and self reliance through homeownership.
Building Homes…
Using volunteer labor and tax-deductible donations of money and materials, Habitat for Humanity builds and rehabilitates homes with the help of future homeowners, volunteers, and community partners.
Houses are sold to low-income families through affordable mortgages. Mortgages are issued over a fixed period. Monthly mortgage payments are used to support the construction of more houses.
Communities…
We strengthen neighborhoods and preserve community pride by providing exterior home improvements that enhance curb appeal, prevent decay, and encourage positive community engagement. Projects may include repainting home exteriors to protect against weather damage, replacing broken shutters or repairing trim, planting drought-tolerant and low-maintenance landscaping, repairing and repainting fences, and replacing damaged front steps or porches to improve both safety and appearance. These improvements not only revitalize individual homes but also uplift the entire neighborhood.
Habitat for Humanity San Luis Obispo County strives to reflect the diversity of beliefs in our area. Habitat welcomes the involvement of anyone who believes in our mission and recognizes the importance of affordable housing in San Luis Obispo. We seek to reflect nationalities, occupations, income levels, and age groups of our community. Such diversity offers a wide range of experience and perspectives and provides a strong base of operation.
And Hope.
“Homeownership allows families to build wealth and equity, realize their potential, and build deep roots in their communities. Our programs seek to create a sense of empowerment among residents, encouraging locals to step up in their neighborhoods and create safe, vibrant communities they can enjoy for generations.
