
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Habitat give away homes for free?
How much does a house cost?
Here at Habitat we strive to build each of our homes for less than the appraised value.
Does the cost vary by house size?
What are the terms of the mortgage?
Mortgages are financed with terms depending on what is affordable for each specific family.
Where does the mortgage money go? Does that help fund more homes?
Mortgage payments are received by Habitat. That money goes directly back into the organization, allowing Habitat to invest in additional housing opportunities in the community. This sustainable revolving revenue stream is known as the Fund for Humanity.
How do I sign up for the program?
Our applicaiton process is not currently open. We should re-open the process in 2020.
To see general qualifications and an overview of our home ownership program, please visit our Home Ownership page.
For any other questions, contact our HomeWorks department at 260.422.4828 ext. 303 or email tmoreland@habitatgfw.com for more information.
Once a family is in the program, what do they have to do before Habitat starts building their home? How many hours do they have to have, etc.?
What happens to the money I donate to Habitat?
Where do you build?
Over the next year we are building in the following neighborhoods: Victoria Lakes (New Haven), Mount Vernon Park Neighborhood (Ft. Wayne), Oxford Neighborhood (Ft. Wayne), Renaissance Pointe (Ft. Wayne) & Huntington county. See our locations here.
How can I help Habitat for Humanity of Greater Fort Wayne?
For more information on how to get started volunteering with Habitat, simply email us at volunteer@habitatgfw.com.
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Habitat for Humanity of Greater Fort Wayne is a tax-exempt 501(C)(3) nonprofit organization.