Bringing Families Home Since 1989
Improving affordable homeownership leads to numerous outcomes that extend beyond the house, such as greater economic stability, access to quality education, increased civic and social engagement, better health, and a reduced environmental footprint. We are proud to contribute to making homeownership a reality for more people in our community.
Since our founding in 1989
affordable houses built in Lake and McHenry Counties
people sleeping in a safe, stable home
volunteers have come together for a common purpose
years serving Lake and McHenry Counties
“Home is safety. Owning a home is freedom from the risk of something being taken away from you.” – Lake-McHenry Habitat Homeowner
We’re building more equitable communities through homeownership
Housing challenges disproportionately impact families of color and women. We believe that we need to be intentional in closing those disparities so that everyone in our community has the same opportunities to thrive.
Black-owned homes
women-led households
of homeowners have raised their credit scores
families with children