Habitat for Humanity of Oakland County’s mission is to put God’s love into action by bringing people together to build homes, communities and hope. Habitat for Humanity of Oakland County (HFHOC) is an affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International (HFHI) and we act in partnership and on behalf of HFHI. We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization headquartered in Pontiac, Michigan. Habitat for Human
ity is a global nonprofit housing organization that works in nearly 1,400 communities across the United States and approximately 70 countries around the world. Founded in 1976, the concept centered on those in need of adequate shelter working side by side with volunteers to build decent, affordable houses. The houses would be built at no profit and the new homeowners' house payments would be combined with no-interest loans. Today, Habitat has helped 9.8 million people achieve strength, stability and self-reliance through safe, decent and affordable shelter. Since 1995, HFHOC has helped over 900 individuals and families gain access to safe and affordable housing in Oakland County. We work to provide a variety of housing programs across the county, focusing primarily in Southfield and Pontiac. These include affordable homeownership opportunities for families making 50-80% the area median income, financial coaching, critical home repairs, and neighborhood revitalization initiatives. The need for affordable housing for low to moderate income individuals and families has never been more urgent. We know that stable, affordable living conditions lead to improved health, stronger childhood development and the ability to plan for the future. Everyone needs a place to call home – we must do more, we must do it faster, we must do it with more impact.
