Everyone Deserves a Place to Call Home

Community
Dignity
Hope

starts with a home.

Since 1991, Dubuque and Jackson Counties Habitat for Humanity has empowered local families through affordable homeownership. We believe affordable housing transforms lives and builds strong communities.

With the first-ever Habitat pocket neighborhood currently in progress at the Wood Street/Mt. Pleasant build site, there’s never been a better time to get involved.

See the Impact

Volunteer

Volunteers are the lifeblood of our organization. Consider giving up just a few hours of your time to learn valuable skills, meet some incredible new people and change the lives of local families forever.
Programs

Habitat for Humanity is an international, non-governmental, nonprofit organization devoted to building simple, decent and affordable housing. We believe everyone deserves a decent and safe place to live.

Kayla Denniston * Rosalynn Carter Place homeowner

My kids always said they wanted us to have a house, it just seemed like I was going to bury myself financially if I did try to pursue homeownership. I kind of just thought it was a one-in-a-million chance.
I'm just so happy, it's like winning the lottery!

Events

We hold a variety of events throughout the year to collect donations of furniture, tools, building materials and household items. Each event supports the construction of homes for local families.

Learn More

Generosity has the ability to unite and heal our community.

Our Community Focus

We build strength, stability and self-reliance through shelter.

Habitat for Humanity partners with people in our local community to help them build or improve a place they can call home. Affordable housing plays a critical role in strong and stable communities.

Who We Are

Homeownership

Habitat for Humanity offers low-income families the opportunity to own a home. Becoming a Habitat homeowner requires commitment, responsibility and deep involvement.
Service Opportunities

Take advantage of our youth programs, renovate existing homes through painting and landscaping or build homes specifically for veterans.

Building a better life for families.

With your support, Habitat homeowners achieve the strength, stability and independence they need to build a better life for themselves and for their families.

How to Help

Volunteer Hours in 2024

1,634
Partner Families

40
Years Serving the Community

35
Dollars Raised 2021-2024

$687,246
Waste Diverted in 2024

230,488 lbs

Frequent Questions

Not sure where to start?

Have you ever had a question and didn’t know where to find the answer? If so, you’ve come to the right place.

All FAQs

What does Habitat do?

Habitat for Humanity is a movement of people in our local area and around the world, working together to build more prosperous and vibrant communities by making sure everyone has a decent, safe, affordable place to call home.
How can I get involved?

We’re always on the lookout for individuals like you who want to make a difference. There are several ways to support our mission: volunteering, donating, advocating, and collaborating are all essential to our success. No matter how you choose to help, you’re helping us build.
If I were to donate funds, how is my money used?

Small amounts build. Every dollar counts. When you make a regular donation, even if it’s a small amount, you join thousands of other people whose donations come together to help more people and communities build. Your donation supports thousands of builders, advocates and innovators across the world working to break down barriers to affordable homes.