There are many compelling reasons for making the commitment to build a Habitat for Humanity House.  The opportunity for organizations, groups or individuals to work together to build a new home for a family in need unquestionably returns value to the community.

For organizations, building a Habitat for Humanity house provides…

• An opportunity to realize an organization's mission, purpose or goal;
• A means of revitalizing a neighborhood by adding new life to the community;
• Reinforcement of community relations through interaction between members of a group as well as meeting other people in the community;
• An avenue for publicity which enhances an organization's image in the community and expands customer bases through a demonstration of commitment to diversity; and,
• The force for spirit building through bonding people together to complete a community project and work with a family in constructing their home.

For groups, building a Habitat for Humanity house offers…

• A team building experience within departments, across functions, throughout an organization working to reach on common goal - to help a family have a home;
• Reinforcement of group problem-solving skills as well as opportunities for developing group creativity;
• Relationship-building experiences through networking with other people and integrating newcomers into a group or organization;
• Collaboration built on improved communication within an organization as well as between organizations; and,
• Recognition of quality of service as workers learn to pay attention to details, be held accountable and remain conscientious for the duration of the project.

For individuals, building a Habitat for Humanity house offers…

• Leadership talent in bringing out diverse functions and skills that lie within an organization;
• A commitment to service with a direct impact on people in need and personal involvement with individuals served;
• Building skills in learning new construction techniques or brushing up and honing existing ones; and,
• The expression of personal values by demonstrating, modeling and reinforcing such strong principles as belief in the importance of community and recognition of diversity among individuals.