History

Habitat for Humanity of Southeastern Connecticut, Inc. (HFHSECT) was established in 1987 as an independent affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International. Last year alone, Habitat US affiliates built or renovated over 4,993 homes in partnership with families in need, with Habitat ranked by Builder magazine as the 18th largest homebuilder. More than 200,000 homes have been built by Habitat worldwide. Since 1990, HFHSECT has completed 36 safe, decent and affordable homes.

Habitat for Humanity's work is accomplished at the community level by affiliates -- independent, locally run, nonprofit organizations. HFHSECT coordinates all aspects of Habitat home building in its local area -- fund raising, building site selection, partner family selection and support, house construction and mortgage servicing.

Habitat for Humanity International's headquarters, located in Atlanta, Ga., USA, provides information, training and a variety of other support services to Habitat affiliates worldwide.

Mission and Goals

Mission: Habitat for Humanity of Southeastern Connecticut, in the spirit of sharing, builds decent and affordable homes in partnership with families in need. We do this through the dedicated efforts of community volunteers, financial sponsors, and partner families who find rewarding experiences by sharing their time, talents, and resources. Our goal is to make a difference in the lives of others, to fulfill the dream of home ownership, and to help eliminate poverty housing in Southeastern Connecticut.

Habitat is a partnership dedicated to making decent, affordable housing a matter of conscience. We challenge individuals, churches, synagogues, businesses and other organizations to lend a helping hand to those in need of better housing. Building relationships and community is as important to us as building homes. Each project attempts to transcend the boundaries of culture, status and reach through the sharing of a common goal. Our mission is to engage the community in solving the need for decent shelter.