Syracuse Habitat for Humanity

Syracuse Habitat for Humanity We build strength, stability and self-reliance through shelter. At Syracuse Habitat, we are building more than just houses: we are building community.

Owning a home has proven to be one of the most effective ways to become independent and move out of poverty. We do not give our houses away. We instead lend a hand-up in that our partner families pay a zero-interest equivalent mortgage that immediately builds equity on the first payment. By selling homes to people who were formally renters, the community benefits as well by the increase in tax bas

e that contributes to better schools and infrastructure. Owning a house is significant for not only the home-owner, but also has a lasting generational impact. After moving into a safe and decent home, children do better in school, their health improves, and they have a better chance of finishing high school and going on to seek higher education. Children of home-owners are much more likely to become homeowners themselves as well. Building houses is just the start of what we do. Through home-ownership, families are empowered to build strength, stability, and self-reliance in their own house, and that is where the real change happens.

🏡✨These homes may look simple, but they represent something powerful. They are the 2nd and 3rd houses ever built by Sy...
05/28/2026

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These homes may look simple, but they represent something powerful. They are the 2nd and 3rd houses ever built by Syracuse Habitat for Humanity in Syracuse.

One photo even captures both homes standing side by side, marking the early days of a mission that would go on to impact countless families.

From these humble beginnings grew decades of partnership, volunteerism, and the belief that everyone deserves a safe and affordable place to call home. ✨

05/27/2026

⏰ Last chance for in-person support at the Canastota Public Library!

I’ll be here today from 2:30 PM – 6:30 PM to help with:

✔️ Application drop-offs
✔️ Questions about the program
✔️ Application assistance

Today is the final day I’ll be available at the library, so stop by if you need support!

🍻 Drink local. Build hope.Brews for Builds 2026 is back! Support Syracuse Habitat for Humanity while exploring some of t...
05/27/2026

🍻 Drink local. Build hope.

Brews for Builds 2026 is back! Support Syracuse Habitat for Humanity while exploring some of the best breweries, cideries, coffee spots, and local favorites across Central New York.

Grab your passport, visit participating locations, and help us build stronger communities .

One brew at a time. 💙💚

It's Capitol Build Day with Habitat for Humanity of New York State! Our Executive Director, Sarah, and Construction Mana...
05/26/2026

It's Capitol Build Day with Habitat for Humanity of New York State!

Our Executive Director, Sarah, and Construction Manager, April, are on the lawn of the Capitol today advocating for affordable housing and framing walls.

Happy Memorial Day from Syracuse Habitat for Humanity to all of you💙🤍❤️Today, we honor and remember the brave men and wo...
05/25/2026

Happy Memorial Day from Syracuse Habitat for Humanity to all of you💙🤍❤️

Today, we honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.

Syracuse Habitat for Humanity will be closed on Monday, May 26 in observance of Memorial Day. We will reopen Tuesday, May 27.

🌟 Board Member Spotlight 🌟Meet our Board President, Jeff Pawlowski of in-architects!As a Registered Architect in New Yor...
05/22/2026

🌟 Board Member Spotlight 🌟

Meet our Board President, Jeff Pawlowski of in-architects!
As a Registered Architect in New York State with 17 years of professional design experience, Jeff brings creativity, leadership, and a deep passion for community impact to Syracuse Habitat for Humanity. Through his work at in ARCHITECTS, LLC, he specializes in healthcare and commercial design, creating spaces that serve people through every stage of life.

Beyond architecture, Jeff has dedicated countless hours to serving community organizations and boards across Central New York and New York State. We are grateful for his leadership, vision, and commitment as the current President of Syracuse Habitat for Humanity.

Thank you, Jeff, for helping build stronger communities.
One home and one family at a time. 💙🏡

🔨🏛️ Syracuse Habitat for Humanity is proud to join Habitat for Humanity of New York State for 2026!On May 26, Habitat ...
05/21/2026

🔨🏛️ Syracuse Habitat for Humanity is proud to join Habitat for Humanity of New York State for 2026!

On May 26, Habitat affiliates from across New York will gather at the State Capitol to frame a real Habitat home right on Capitol grounds — bringing communities, volunteers, and lawmakers together to highlight the importance of safe, affordable housing.

This day is about more than building walls. It’s about building opportunity, stability, and stronger communities across New York State. 💙💚
We hope our local representatives will join us, pick up a hammer, and experience the Habitat mission firsthand.

📍 West Capitol Park, Albany
🗓 Tuesday, May 26, 2026
⏰ 9 AM – 4 PM
Learn more: www.habitatnys.org/CapitolBuild2026⁠

To the summer of 1996🏡✨! These photos capture a special moment in our history during the community-wide 4th of July pa...
05/21/2026



To the summer of 1996🏡✨!

These photos capture a special moment in our history during the community-wide 4th of July parade in Manlius, where Fayetteville-Manlius churches came together to kick off a fundraiser to build a Habitat home. Thanks to the incredible support and spirit of the community, that home was completed in 1997.

Nearly three decades later, we’re still inspired by the volunteers, supporters, and neighbors who helped lay the foundation for affordable homeownership in our community. ❤️🔨

Community partners like Carrier help make our mission possible💚💙Thank you to this incredible volunteer team for dedicati...
05/20/2026

Community partners like Carrier help make our mission possible💚💙

Thank you to this incredible volunteer team for dedicating your time and hard work to help create safe, affordable housing opportunities for local families.

We truly couldn’t do it without you!

Cleaning out your home this spring? 🏡🧹Before loading up your donations, check out this helpful guide about what Habitat ...
05/15/2026

Cleaning out your home this spring? 🏡🧹

Before loading up your donations, check out this helpful guide about what Habitat ReStore can — and can’t — accept.

While many ReStores do not accept open paint, Syracuse Habitat ReStore is proud to be an official New York PaintCare drop-off site, helping safely recycle leftover paint and keep it out of landfills. 🎨♻️

Learn more about PaintCare here:
www.paintcare.org

Every donation helps support affordable housing right here in our community. 💚

Read the full article here:
https://www.thespruce.com/donations-restore-cant-accept-11966600

Address

514 W. Genesee Street
Syracuse, NY
13204

Opening Hours

Tuesday 9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 4:30pm
Thursday 9am - 4:30pm
Friday 9am - 4:30pm

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+13154222230

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