Habitat for Humanity - HFH of Williamson County

Homeownership program: families in need of a decent place to live build safe and affordable homes in partnership with us. Habitat homes are modestly sized. They are large enough for the homeowner family's needs, but small enough to keep construction and maintenance costs affordable. By using the labor of volunteers and prospective homeowners, employing efficient building methods, keeping house sizes modest, using donated construction materials and appliances, and issuing no-profit loans, Habitat makes its houses affordable for low-income families to purchase. Affordable homeownership helps create conditions that free families from instability, stress and fear and encourages self-reliance and confidence. Studies show that strong and stable households are foundational (see schedule o for continuation of program description) to child development and growth. When a home fosters - instead of hinders - health and safety, families can flourish. Owning an affordable home also allows homeowners to lift up their entire family by saving for their futures and investing in educational opportunities, bolstering job opportunities and career growth. During fiscal year 2022, Habitat for Humanity of Williamson County Texas served 6 people through its long-term homeownership program.

Home preservation/repair program: our home preservation program is an outreach initiative that seeks to provide a wide range of opportunities for low-to moderate-income homeowners, including veterans and seniors, who are struggling to maintain their homes because of age, disability or family circumstances. We partner with families to help them reclaim their homes with pride and diginity. The program allows families to stay in their home and avoid the uncertainity, trauma and expense of moving. Projects consist of interior and/or exterior repairs intended to alleviate critical health, life and safety issues or code violations. Volunteer teams work along with subcontractors under the direction of Habitat for Humanity of Williamson County Texas staff members (see schedule o for continuation of program description) to complete the repairs. Since the inception of the home preservation program, Habitat for Humanity of Williamson County Texas has partnered with 157 local homeowners, with 51 homeowners served during fy 2022.

Restore program: building material recycling and retail center which sells new and gently used home improvement products and building materials to the general public at substantial reduced costs. All items sold in the restore are donated. Proceeds help fulfill Habitat's mission. In addition to the above revenue, this program also relies on revenue in the form of monetary and in-kind donations and grants.