What it does
Seeking to put gods love into action, cedar valley habitat for humanity, serving linn and benton counties, brings people together to build homes, communities, and hope to realize our vision of a world where everyone has a decent place to live. Cedar valley habitat for humanity adheres to a strict non-proselytizing policy and will not base an offer of assistance on the expressed or implied condition that people adhere to or convert to a particular faith or listen and respond to messaging designed to induce conversion to a particular faith.
At cvhfh we build new homes or purchase distressed and blighted properties for homeownership. Volunteers are utilized for construction and supervised by habitat staff adhering to strict safety protocols. Future homeowners contribute sweat equity by volunteering on construction sites or in other habitat activities. Homes are priced at appraised value and sold to low to moderate income families using an affordable mortgage. Affordable means that no more than 30% of the household income would be spent for housing (mortgage payment, property tax, and property insurance). The monthly mortgage payments are deposited into the fund for humanity and used to further our mission.
Restore program: cvhfhs restore supports the mission by selling a variety of donated goods and some new products at reduced prices to community members. By selling gently used items, cvhfh reduces landfill costs, provides volunteer/employment opportunities, and assists families by providing affordable home goods and building materials. Funds generated by the restore help fund the mission of cvhfh of providing affordable housing for low to moderate income families.
Homebuyer education: cvhfh requires all families in the homeownership program to complete a series of educational classes focused on becoming a homeowner. Topics include budgeting, maintenance, and insurance and wills. Classes are taught by local experts in their field. Additionally, cvhfh provides each family with a support partner to help guide them through the homeownership process and answer questions.