Habitat
Habitat for Humanity
Salem County, New Jersey
Habitat for Humanity of Salem County, NJ builds and repairs houses throughout Salem County using volunteer labor and donations. We believe that everyone should have a decent, safe and affordable place to live. Our partner families purchase these houses through no-profit, no-interest mortgage loans or innovative financing methods.
Building Homes ∎ Fixing Homes
Building Wheelchair Ramps
We fund these projects by selling new & gently used good from ReStore. Your donations to ReStore are always needed and appreciated.
40th Anniversary Celebration
We turned 40 this year and are marking this milestone with great joy!
Our Programs
Building Homes
Habitat for Humanity works tirelessly to build homes for those who need them.
Handyman Project
Providing repair services to those who own their homes but are in financial need.
ReStore
New and gently used items for sale to aid our other community based efforts.
Ramps Project
We help build wheelchair ramps so people can enjoy their homes!
Home Fire Safety
Raising awareness in collaboration with the American Red Cross.
The Latest News
R.E.D. Day on Veterans Day
EVENT POSTPONED! However, you can show your support by purchasing a tshirt!
Giving Tuesday – Nov. 29, 2022
Help us build more homes in Salem County and reach our goal of $15K.
Pocketbook Bingo
Save the Date: March 18, 2023 Salem County Vo-Tech 880 NJ 45, Pilesgrove, NJ Doors open at 11am Ticket Coming Soon Proceeds Benefit HFHSC Home Building Fund
Meeting & Event Calendar
| Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Construction Meeting 9:00 am Construction Meeting Dec 5 @ 9:00 am Wednesday 9:30 on site. Location varies per project – call office for details. | Restore Meeting 8:00 am Restore Meeting Dec 7 @ 8:00 am – 9:00 am Restore Meetings – 1st Wednesday of each month 8 – 9 am. Location: Restore – 416 S. Pennsville Auburn Rd., Carneys Point, NJ 08069 | |||||
| Construction Meeting 9:00 am Construction Meeting Dec 12 @ 9:00 am Wednesday 9:30 on site. Location varies per project – call office for details. | Finance Meeting 3:00 pm Finance Meeting Dec 13 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm Finance meetings are the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 3pm. Meeting locations vary – please check with our office for details on a particular meeting. | |||||
| Construction Meeting 9:00 am Construction Meeting Dec 19 @ 9:00 am Wednesday 9:30 on site. Location varies per project – call office for details. | Board of Directors Meeting 8:30 am Board of Directors Meeting Dec 20 @ 8:30 am – 9:30 am Board of Directors meetings are on the 3rd Tuesday of each month 8 – 9:30 am. Meeting locations vary – please check with our office for details on a particular meeting. | |||||
| Construction Meeting 9:00 am Construction Meeting Dec 26 @ 9:00 am Wednesday 9:30 on site. Location varies per project – call office for details. |
Meeting & Event Calendar
Wednesday 9:30 on site. Location varies per project – call office for details.
Restore Meetings – 1st Wednesday of each month 8 – 9 am. Location: Restore – 416 S. Pennsville Auburn Rd., Carneys Point, NJ 08069
Wednesday 9:30 on site. Location varies per project – call office for details.
Finance meetings are the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 3pm. Meeting locations vary – please check with our office for details on a particular meeting.
Wednesday 9:30 on site. Location varies per project – call office for details.
Board of Directors meetings are on the 3rd Tuesday of each month 8 – 9:30 am. Meeting locations vary – please check with our office for details on a particular meeting.
Wednesday 9:30 on site. Location varies per project – call office for details.
Wednesday 9:30 on site. Location varies per project – call office for details.
Restore Meetings – 1st Wednesday of each month 8 – 9 am. Location: Restore – 416 S. Pennsville Auburn Rd., Carneys Point, NJ 08069
Right here in Salem County
Houses Built
Homes in Progress
Homeownership is Important
Everyone deserves a safe, decent, affordable place to call home.
Homeownership Means Better Health
- Proven decreases in childhood health issues including asthma, mental health and developmental issues, and stunted growth.
- First time homeowners report high life satisfaction, self-esteem, and perceived control over their lives.
Homeownership is a Pathway Out of Poverty
- Use of government assistance declines notable among low income homeowners compared to renters.
- Homeownership leads to wealth creation.
Homeownership Provides Safety
- Homeowners are significantly at lower risk of becoming a victim of a violent assault, and have a lower incidence of crime overall.
Homeownership Leverages Educational Investment
- Children in home owning families outperform renters in math and reading achievements and are proven to have fewer behavioral problems, higher levels of educational achievement, and greater earnings.
- Adults who own their own homes are more likely to pursue their own Continued Education.
Homeownership Leads to Stable Neighborhoods and Thriving Families
- Homeowners are 15% more likely to vote.
- People who own their home live four times longer in their neighborhoods are 28% more likely to maintain and improve their home.
- Affordable homeownership opportunities relieve demand on the rental market and keep rents more attainable for the most vulnerable populations.
MANY THANKS TO OUR GENEROUS SPONSORS
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