Volunteer Faire Participant: Habitat for Humanity-Silicon Valley

Our Mission:
We transform families and strengthen communities by partnering with volunteers, the community, and qualified families with low incomes, by building decent, affordable housing for long-term home ownership.

Our Vision:
To be the pre-eminent affordable home builder for hard-working, responsible families with low incomes in Santa Clara County wanting the stability and security of long-term home ownership.



History of this Affiliate:
Habitat for Humanity Silicon Valley, an affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International, was incorporated as a nonprofit organization on July 21, 1986, as Bay and Valley Habitat for Humanity. In 1998 we changed our name to more accurately reflect our location. In 2007, we again updated our name to Habitat for Humanity Silicon Valley to align ourselves with the national concept of “One Habitat”.

In our 23 years of existence, we have built 44 homes:
· 24 homes in San Jose
· 10 homes in Alviso
· 6 homes in Campbell
· 3 homes in Santa Clara
· 1 home in Los Gatos

Our current projects are the construction of six homes on Gianera Street in the City of Santa Clara. Check the Construction page for more details.

Who We Serve:
We serve families who currently live in inadequate housing, are willing to volunteer a minimum of 500 hours of "sweat equity" labor on Habitat homes, and have an ability to pay for their home. All Habitat partner families participate in our Homeowner Self-Sufficiency program, designed to provide families with additional skills needed to increase economic self-sufficiency and become successful homeowners.

How Volunteers Help:
Volunteers are in integral part of Habitat's program. Volunteers, both skilled and unskilled, have helped build 44 homes to date. Volunteers also serve on our many committees, help in the office, and work on special projects. The houses are built using volunteer labor and tax-deductible donations of money and materials contributed by churches, businesses, foundations, and by individuals.

How We Change Lives:
At Habitat for Humanity we believe that decent and affordable housing empowers people to reach their full potential. By freeing families from the unending struggles that accompany inadequate shelter, our houses open doors to increased self esteem, self reliance, and sense of community. With the stability of a safe and affordable home, children do better in school and families set ambitious goals for their lives. Neighborhoods are revitalized and in the process of bringing people together to build, Habitat creates a strong sense of community. Habitat is a permanent and sustainable solution to a hard-working, deserving family’s housing problems.

Learn more by visiting their website: Click Here