Habitat for Humanity International
The Habitat for Humanity movement was founded in 1976 in Americus, Georgia. The program developed from the concept of "partnership housing" where those in need of adequate shelter work side by side with volunteers from all walks of life to build simple, decent houses.
In 1984 Habitat's most famous volunteer, former U.S. President Jimmy Carter, along with his wife, Rosalyn, participated in their first Habitat build project. Their personal involvement in Habitat brought the organization increased visibility and sparked interest in Habitat's work throughout North America and around the world.
In 1985 the movement spread to Canada with the formation of the first Canadian affiliate in Winkler, Manitoba. From these simple beginnings the Habitat for Humanity movement in Canada has grown to 70 affiliates in 10 provinces and two territories and has been successful in placing more than 1,000 families into new homes. The Halifax Affiliate, then called Habitat for Humanity Halifax-Dartmouth, was established in 1992 as part of Habitat for Humanity, Canada.
Habitat for Humanity now spans over 100 countries. With your help and in partnership with families from all backgrounds, races and religions we have built more than 300,000 houses worldwide, providing safe and affordable homes for more than one million people. |
