Mission Statement
Habitat for Humanity of La Plata County provides responsible families in need, the life changing opportunity to purchase their own home. Through the cooperative efforts of volunteers, partner families, donors, and staff, Habitat for Humanity reaches out from its Christian roots to build decent, affordable homes and communities in which people can live and grow.  

Our History:
Habitat for Humanity of La Plata County is ecumenical Christian organization that is an independent affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International. The call for our ministry started in 1994 when a small group of citizens created a wave of community support through a brief presentation about the incredible need for affordable housing in our area. A hat was passed among the audience and quickly filled with donations; Habitat for Humanity of La Plata County was started.

Since that initial out pouring of community support we have built a total of 30 houses, providing stable, secure homes for 74 individuals, including 39 children and 35 adults. These families are now able to live in a home knowing their zero percent mortgage is affordable and will never increase, providing them with the opportunity to improve their overall financial situation and begin to break the cycle of poverty that has kept them struggling for many years.

Our Program:
We built homes in partnership with volunteers and future homeowners.  Completed houses are sold to these very low income families with a non-interest mortgage.  

Our program is more than just providing an opportunity to purchase a house, it is providing a new way of living that spreads throughout our community and in turn takes our area from hopelessness and despair to vibrancy and joy.

A recent HFHLPC homeowner says “I’m more organized; bills are paid on time and paid up. People tell me I’m glowing with pride, my confidence level has increased and I don’t feel people are looking at me like I’m different. I was already working on healthier habits but having my home with a nice kitchen means I cook better meals and I have a nice neighborhood where I can walk. Owning a home has given me the confidence and ability to expand my goals.”