Merrimack Valley Habitat for Humanity is a non-profit homebuilder founded in 1985 by concerned local citizens who came together as volunteers. We are the local affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International, the largest non-profit homebuilder in the world with a network of over 2,100 affiliates. We build simple, affordable, comfortable homes in partnership with people who need them.

Our Mission
We believe that a stable community begins with home ownership. By giving this opportunity to economically disadvantaged people in our community, we are enabling them to take control of their lives. Habitat's ultimate goal is to eliminate poverty housing and homelessness in the world by providing homeownership opportunities to those in need.

Our Volunteers
Many of our volunteers come to us without construction experience. They come to us from all walks of life and are committed to helping our neighbors. Volunteers join us in activities that are personally rewarding and supportive to the community, from on-site skilled and unskilled labor to office and committee support.

Our Homeowners
Habitat families earn their homes. They provide between 240 and 360 of "sweat equity hours" to build their own home and other families' homes. They also pay a reasonable monthly mortgage that is interest free. The family selection criteria include the condition of current housing, economic disadvantage, and financial responsibility.

Our Facts

• Founded in 1985 as a non-profit, ecumenical-based organization
• One of the most productive Habitat for Humanity affiliates in New England
• 61 homes built since 1985
  
• 20 homes currently under construction or in the pipeline
  
• The average home costs approximately $100,000, resulting in an affordable mortgage payment which includes property taxes and insurance, but no interest or profit
  
• Habitat homeowners earn between $21,000 - $42,000
  per year depending on the
  family size
  
• Habitat finances homes with a 20, 25 or 30-year, no-interest mortgage.