| | - Habitat
for Humanity International is a nonprofit service organization founded on Christian
principles.
- HFHI's goal is to eliminate substandard housing from the
face of the earth by building simple, decent, affordable housing.
- Established
in 1976 with corporate headquarters located in Americus, Georgia.
- HFHI
has built over 130,000 homes worldwide.
- DeKalb Habitat (DeKalb County,
GA affiliate of HFHI) was incorporated in 1988 at the urging and with support
of then DeKalb County CEO Manuel Maloof.
- DeKalb Habitat now has 35 homeowners.
- DeKalb Habitat is funded through sponsorships and donations from churches,
corporations, and individuals; and funds are used as designated by donor.
| | Anyone
over 16 years old and willing to help may volunteer. Our volunteers are men and
women of all ages and walks of life. They include church and synagogue members,
employees of businesses, civic groups, college students, retirees, friends and
relatives. Groups are welcomed. |
 olunteer
Opportunities
Join us and help build homes in the area for needy famillies.
 onations
are welcome if you would like to help us continue our support of this mission.
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