Habitat for Humanity International

Announced today, Whirlpool Foundation has renewed its support of Habitat for Humanity's BuildBetter with Whirlpool program. Over the next two years, the Whirlpool Foundation will allocate $2.5M to help Habitat affiliates across the U.S. construct stronger, more energy-efficient homes that are responsive to changing climate conditions and increasing climate hazards. In the next evolution of the program, 50 net-zero-energy-ready homes will be built bringing energy efficiency and cost savings to homeowners. Read the full announcement: https://lnkd.in/eZ3Cb6e5 - with Whirlpool Corporation

Only 21% of countries demonstrate high-level commitments to housing in their national climate goals, according to a white paper released today by Habitat for Humanity at the COP29 Azerbaijan climate change conference. Perhaps even more worryingly, 61% of countries show no or minimal commitment to housing within these plans, according to the paper titled “Housing and Informal Settlements Content in Nationally Determined Contributions.” Read more in the full press release: https://lnkd.in/e33qPhGT

Last week, many state and local ballot measures aimed at expanding or protecting home affordability were put before the public for a vote. Here are a just a few examples of affordable housing wins supported by Habitat organizations across the U.S. ✅ In North Carolina, Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity advocated for four ballot initiatives totaling $80 million, aimed at creating a more equitable and resilient community. These measures encompass affordable housing, transportation, public safety, and parks and recreation — all crucial for improving quality of life for residents. ✅ In Rhode Island, South County Habitat for Humanity successfully advocated with state legislators and the governor to put the Housing Acquisition, Development, and Infrastructure Bond referendum on the statewide ballot. With its passing, it will dedicate $120 million to increasing and preserving the availability of low- and moderate-income housing. ✅ In Missouri, HABITAT FOR HUMANITY ST. LOUIS was supportive of Proposition 5, which imposes a 3% nightly fee on short term rentals to generate funding for the affordable housing trust fund. Revenues from this fee will also be utilized towards the city’s affordable housing initiatives, relocation assistance, counsel for eviction defense and homelessness prevention. #HabitatVoicesInAction

Today was the final day of the World Urban Forum 12 Egypt. Many Habitat for Humanity representatives actively participated in sessions throughout the week, sharing expertise, forging connections and bringing awareness to all aspects of our work toward our vision of a world where everyone has a decent place to live.

We are hiring! Visit habitat.org/careers to browse all of our open positions currently accepting applications. If you are interested in a career with Habitat for Humanity in the Asia-Pacific region, check out these four featured opportunities. - Specialist, Corporate Partnerships (Manila, Philippines): bit.ly/3zPVa3t - Specialist, Disaster Response and Risk Reduction (Manila, Philippines): bit.ly/3AvGXsD - Sr. Specialist, Terwilliger Center for Innovation in Shelter (Chennai, India): bit.ly/46QlPJr - Associate Director, Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (Manila, Philippines): bit.ly/4fvlSNK

This week at the World Urban Forum in Egypt, Habitat for Humanity is showcasing five innovative models that address key global housing challenges. These models demonstrate how housing solutions can be a powerful tool for transforming cities, tackling climate change, addressing urban crises and promoting inclusion of marginalized groups.  1️⃣ Transforming informal settlements. 2️⃣ Tackling climate change through adequate housing. 3️⃣ Pathways to Permanence in urban crises. 4️⃣ Diversifying housing tenures for affordability. 5️⃣ Addressing urban inequality through targeted housing programs. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eSaH-UWm #WUF #HabitatAtWUF 🏷 World Urban Forum 12 Egypt

Donate today to help power Habitat for Humanity's long-term recovery work in communities hit hard by hurricanes Helene and Milton.

This #WorldCitiesDay, help us urge world leaders to improve housing for people in slums and informal settlements. Because #HomeEquals the opportunity for a better, safe, more resilient life. Learn more and sign the petition now! https://lnkd.in/gZ2yq9jR #HomeEquals

Announced today, J.M. Huber Corporation has renewed their partnership with Habitat for Humanity with a $500,000 contribution through cash and donations of Huber Engineered Woods products to builds in locations where Huber operate in the U.S. and abroad. Learn more about this ongoing partnership that dates back to 2018 in the full press release. https://lnkd.in/eq-VhaFr

The Terwilliger Center for Innovation in Shelter, a unit of Habitat for Humanity International, continuously works in locations around the world to expand low-income families’ access innovative housing products, services and financing. By following the Terwilliger Center here on LinkedIn or visiting the link below, you can learn more about all aspects of its work, including: 💡 Habitat's ShelterTech: The world’s leading platform for affordable housing innovation 🏦 MicroBuild Fund: The first impact investing fund dedicated exclusively to enabling housing microfinance 📋 Housing products and services: Advising firms who are considering introducing housing products or services 🏡 Habitat's Shelter Venture Fund: Investing in and nurturing innovative entrepreneurs and small-but-growing businesses focused on improving housing conditions https://lnkd.in/eZNsV_6Y