Our partner families work alongside us to help build affordable housing. This is expressed through the investment of “Sweat Equity.” Families must commit a minimum of 200 hours of work on their home, other’s homes, and other approved activities. This commitment is part of the program that really helps future homeowners be so successful!
Does Habitat give homes away?
Habitat homes are purchased by first-time homebuyers who receive an affordable, income-based mortgage. Families are responsible for a small down payment on their home, as well as completing a minimum of 200 hours of sweat equity to help build their home and learn more about home ownership and maintenance.
What is HFHFC’s relationship to Habitat for Humanity International?
Although we work closely with HFHI, we operate independently of HFHI. Habitat for Humanity of Franklin County is responsible for raising funds locally to build locally.
Contributions to our affiliate helps to fund projects in Franklin County, including in Chambersburg, St. Thomas, Mercersburg, Waynesboro, Fayetteville, Greencastle, and more; contributions to HFHI helps to fund projects abroad. Habitat for Humanity of Franklin County also tithes to Habitat International to help build in the places it is most needed around the world.
Who is eligible for a Habitat home?
Our approval committee will consider such things as income, current living conditions, and the ability to complete program requirements when they receive a completed application. The information here will help you consider whether our homeownership program is right for you.
What is your address?
The Habitat for Humanity of Franklin County Administrative Office is located at 1502 Lincoln Way East, Chambersburg, PA 17202.
The ReStore address is 1662 Lincoln Way East, Chambersburg, PA 17202 (between Lowe’s and Walmart).
What are your hours?
The administrative office is open Monday – Thursday 9:00 am – 2:00 pm and other hours by appointment only.
The ReStore is open Wednesday – Friday 10:00 am – 6:00 pm and Saturday 9:00 am – 3:00 pm. Please note that donations may be dropped off up to a half hour before closing. The ReStore is also open for donation deliveries on Tuesday from 9:00 am – 2:30 pm.
We are pledged to the letter and spirit of U.S. policy for the achievement of equal housing opportunity throughout the nation. We encourage and support an affirmative advertising and marketing program in which there are no barriers to obtaining housing because of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin.
