The Adams County chapter is one of 1,500 affiliate chapters throughout the U.S. and one of 2,050 Habitat for Humanity chapters world-wide. This nonprofit, ecumenical Christian housing ministry has provided more than 600,000 affordable houses to more than 3 million people world-wide, since being founded by Millard and Linda Fuller in 1976. In Adams County, Habitat has helped more than 30 families become homeowners since 1988.

Adams County Habitat for Humanity follows the vision of Habitat for Humanity International: A world where everyone has a decent place to live.

The Mission of Habitat for Humanity International: Seeking to put God’s love into action, Habitat for Humanity brings people together to build homes, communities and hope.

What does the word “home” mean to you?

Stability for families and children
Safety and security
Improved health
A sense of dignity and pride
Better educational and job prospects
Breaking the cycle of poverty*

Quick Facts About Adams County Habitat for Humanity:

Founded in 1988 (in Adams County)
Part of Habitat’s national and international organization
A nonprofit, tax-exempt 501(C)(3) nonprofit organization
Constructed more than
30 homes for Adams County families
More than 300 volunteers lend a hand annually
Families must invest “sweat equity”
A Habitat home provides families with “a hand up,”not a “hand out”
Families repay no-interest loans on their homes
Also funded by donations—from individuals, churches and businesses—plus grants
A ministry based on Christian principles—that we must love and care for one another