What is Habitat for Humanity?
Habitat for Humanity International works in partnership with God and people everywhere, from all walks of life, to develop communities with people in need by building and renovating houses, so that there are decent houses in decent communities in which every person can experience God’s love and can live and grow into all that God intends. Founded in 1976, the Habitat for Humanity ministry has spread to all 50 states (including over 1,400 communities) and nearly 100 countries worldwide.

The Kansas City affiliate of Habitat for Humanity is an independent, nonprofit, Christian housing ministry dedicated to eliminating poverty housing. Habitat for Humanity Kansas City brings together people with resources and people in need to build decent, affordable homes. These houses are sold to those in need at no profit. Founded in 1979, it is the seventh oldest affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International. Habitat Kansas City has built more than 200 houses in the Ivanhoe and Center City neighborhoods of Kansas City Missouri and continues to revitalize blighted urban neighborhoods and instill a sense of pride and hope in our inner-city communities.

What is ReStore?
Habitat ReStore is a building materials center located in the East Bottoms of Kansas City, Missouri.  ReStore accepts donations of new and used building materials from retailers, contractors and individuals and then offers those materials for sale to the general public at deeply discounted prices.  All proceeds from sales then benefit Habitat for Humanity Kansas City. Visit www.ReStoreKC.org for more information.

Do you have to be a Christian to get a Habitat home?
No. Habitat Kansas City welcomes everyone regardless of religious affiliation, ethnicity, race or family dynamic.  Our goal is to serve everyone equally. We are all Gods children and He guides our hand as we strive to fulfill our mission.

How do I get a Habitat home?
There are several qualification required to own a Habitat home, including income guidelines and the willingness to partner with Habitat KC through our program.  Please review the section on Owning a Home and if you still have questions, contact our Director of Family Services.

I need housing right now, can Habitat help me?
Habitat for Humanity is not an emergency shelter organization. For information on emergency housing please contact your local United Way or call 2-1-1, a social services network, that can help you with your immediate housing needs.

Do you have to be skilled to be a volunteer?
We welcome both skilled and unskilled volunteers on our construction sites.  Our only requirements are that you be at least 16 years old and have the desire to help a family in need.  If you are uncomfortable with construction work, there are lots of other opportunities to volunteer, from serving on committees, doing a food drive, collecting recyclables, or mowing lots.  Check out our section on volunteering, and if you still have questions please contact our Director of Volunteer Services.

How do I start volunteering?
Each volunteer is required to complete an application and attend an orientation.  Please check our calendar and contact the Director of Volunteer Services to sign up for an orientation session.

Can I just show up on a work site to volunteer?
No.  Every new volunteer must go through an orientation. Regular volunteers must schedule their volunteer time in advance with the Director of Volunteer Services in order to ensure that we have the materials and supervisors available.

Can I donate materials to Habitat?
If you have building materials to donate, please do so through our ReStore. Click here for a link to the donation information on their website.  ReStore is a program of Habitat Kansas City.  If you have tools, office supplies, or other materials you'd like to donate, please contact our office.

How do I make a donation to Habitat KC?
Look at the materials in our How to Donate section, and if you still have questions, don’t hesitate to contact our Development Director.

What does it cost to sponsor a Habitat house?
We have several sponsorship levels available.  Full house sponsorships begin at $85,000, but partial sponsorships are also available.  Look at our Donations page for more information or contact the Development Director.

How do I get my church involved with the Habitat program?
There are many ways to get your church involved in Habitat Kansas City. Look at our Faith Relations page for more information about how you can get your congregation involved in the Habitat program.