Building Stronger Communities, One Home at a Time
At Habitat for Humanity Huronia, our mission is to unite communities and help families build strength, stability, and independence through affordable homeownership. Your support is crucial in making this mission a reality. Below are our key fundraising priorities, each vital in transforming lives and building a more inclusive community.
"Being a habitat homeowner has changed our family’s lives in so many ways. We’ve been exposed to so many great opportunities for our family over the years since we now have a stable home. My kids have made long term friendships at school, we’ve been able to take vacations together and we got a family dog who completes our family! Our years in our home have been the most rewarding times for our family."
- Michelle
1. Homes for Families in Need Of Affordable Housing
why it matters: Safe and affordable housing is a fundamental human right that serves as the foundation for a stable and productive life. In Simcoe County, many families struggle with housing insecurity, facing overcrowded, unsafe, or unhealthy living conditions. By providing affordable homes, we help families break the cycle of poverty and build a brighter future.
How Your Donations Help:
construction costs: Donations support our home-building program, covering materials, labour, and operational costs. Gift-in-kind donations like windows and bricks go directly to builds, while ReStores generate revenue to fund construction efforts with community support.
homeowner support programs: Your contributions also support educational programs that equip families with financial literacy, home maintenance skills, and the knowledge needed to succeed as homeowners.
impact: Every dollar invested in building homes helps local families gain financial security, improve health outcomes, and contribute positively to the community.
2. Monthly Giving Circle
why it matters: Monthly giving provides a reliable income stream, ensuring we can continue building and renovating homes year-round. It allows us to plan better and respond quickly to emerging needs.
How Your Donations Help:
sustained funding: Recurring monthly donations ensure a steady flow of resources, enabling continuous support for our home-building initiatives.
community growth: Monthly donors become part of our Habitat family, forming a vital support network that helps us expand our reach and impact.
impact: Consistent monthly contributions, even as little as $20 a month, empower us to help more families achieve stability through homeownership.
"At RDA we believe that architecture can transform lives. Our involvement with Habitat for Humanity Huronia reflects our commitment to inclusivity and equity in building and community design. We’re proud to be a part of an incredible group of like-minded people."
- Rosalie Dawson – RDA
3. Kitchens to Homes Program
why it matters: The Kitchens to Homes program turns kitchen renovations into opportunities for affordable housing. Donating your old kitchen contributes to our ReStore and generates revenues for our home-building efforts, reducing waste and maximizing community impact.
How Your Donations Help:
reduce costs: Individuals who donate their kitchens will save on demo costs and on waste disposal fees.
support sustainability: This initiative supports eco-friendly practices by keeping reusable materials from landfills.
impact: Proceeds from kitchens sold in our ReStores as part of our Kitchen to Homes program support our home-building programs in the community.
4. Volunteer and Community Engagement Programs
why it matters: Volunteers are the heart of Habitat for Humanity Huronia. Engaging the community through volunteer programs helps us build homes and foster community and solidarity.
How Your Donations Help:
volunteer training: Contributions help train volunteers to support Habitat for Humanity’s local Restores.
adopt-a-Day: Our Adopt-A-Day program allows organizations and groups to fund a build site for a day and volunteer with their group to assist in construction for that day.
impact: Every hour volunteered and every dollar donated enhances our capacity to help more families and build stronger, more resilient communities.
"Showing our community that we can come together and make choices that benefit not only ourselves but also our neighbours and our planet makes me so proud to be a ReStorer in a world that can otherwise be overwhelming at times."
- Jenny, Angus
5. Donor Recognition and Stewardship
why it matters: Recognizing the generosity of our donors is essential to building long-term relationships and sustaining our mission. We aim to acknowledge all our supporters in meaningful ways that highlight their impact on our community.
How Your Donations Help:
recognition initiatives: Funds support creating donor recognition events, personalized acknowledgments, and other stewardship activities.
transparency and accountability: Donations ensure we maintain high transparency standards and showcase donor support's impact through reports and success stories.
impact: Recognizing our donors builds trust and encourages ongoing support, which is critical for the sustainability of our programs.
"I volunteer to talk and share the Habitat For Humanity Huronia name and what we do as a non profit organization. I volunteer to see the families joy of receiving the home of there dreams and a place for them to live and create new memories. I also love volunteering because it has helped me to become more social and confident while talking to people in the restore and during events. The staff at Habitat for Humanity Huronia and the staff out in the restore have helped me to become more comfortable with volunteering with there kindness and compassion. I’m so very glad I have the opportunity to volunteer as it has been the best opportunity I have ever experienced."
- Amber F.
get involved
Your support makes a difference. Whether through a one-time donation, becoming a monthly donor, volunteering your time, or donating materials, you are helping us build stronger communities.
For more information or to discuss specific giving opportunities, please contact our team.
Thank you for helping us build a world where everyone has a safe and affordable place to live. Together, we are creating a brighter future for families in our community.