About, Habitat for Humanity Waterloo

Since 1988 Habitat for Humanity Waterloo Region brings communities together to help families build strength, stability, and independence through affordable homeownership.

Building Homes & Better Futures

Founded in 1988, Habitat for Humanity Waterloo Region is a charitable organization working toward a world where everyone has a decent place to live. In Waterloo Region, 1 in 4 households lacks a decent, affordable place to live making them at risk of falling into a cycle of poverty. Our model of affordable homeownership bridges a gap for lower-income, working families by providing them with the opportunity to purchase their own Habitat home.

Why We Matter

Building Homes & Better Futures | Habitat for Humanity Waterloo Region

"I absolutely love our neighbours and the neighbourhood. It's a nice little community, like a village right in the city."
Christy - Habitat Homeowner

The Vision & Values Of Habitat for Humanity

The vision: A world where everyone has a decent place to live

Habitat for Humanity brings communities together to help families build strength, stability, and independence through affordable homeownership.

Housing for All

We believe that access to safe, decent and affordable housing is a basic human right that should be available to all.

Human Dignity

We believe in the worth and dignity of every human being. We respect the people we serve and those that help us in this effort and recognize them as our greatest resource.

Partnership

We believe we can best achieve our mission through meaningful and mutually beneficial partnerships with others.

Faith in Action

We believe that faith is lived through action. Building on our foundation, we serve and work with people of all faiths and beliefs in a spirit of justice and compassion.

Diversity & Inclusivity

We believe there is a role for everyone committed to our vision, mission, and values and we seek to enrich our organization through diversity.

Stories From Our Families

"Through Habitat for Humanity we have learned so far with volunteering with them, is when people come together to do good things, great things happen."
Paige - Habitat Volunteer
"For some people, a house might just be another thing to check off your life list. But, for us it really is EVERYTHING!"
Jane - Habitat Homeowner
"I just wanted to dance around in the kitchen! I cook and bake a lot and I've always wanted a kitchen that can truly be the heart of our home."
Sharlene - Habitat Homeowner
"I can't believe what Habitat Waterloo Region has done for me and my daughter. I love seeing her take such pride in our home."
Penny - Habitat Homeowner
"We have been really blessed to grow up with the other families on our street, their children, and now grandchildren!"
Eleanor - Habitat Homeowner

Working at HabitatWR gives me the opportunity to work towards a world where everyone has a sense of belonging, a sense of community. And I firmly believe that belonging starts with having a safe, decent, and affordable place to call home.
Kristine Dearlove, Family Services Manager

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Jane and her family experienced firsthand the value of Habitat for Humanity

For Jane and her family, the work they put into their home and the value they see in Habitat for Humanity Waterloo Region means everything to them.

Courtney became a part of her community before ever moving in while helping to build her home

Working on builds like Kehl Street with Habitat for Humanity is an opportunity to strengthen a community, and provide volunteers an education and experience they will never forget.

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