Building Strength, Stability, and Self Reliance

Seeking to put God's love into action, Habitat for Humanity brings people together to build homes, communities, and hope

We Help Families Have a Place They Can Call Home

How You Can Help

Donate

From donations of household items to monetary gifts, Habitat for Humanity of Hernando County uses these donations to build homes and revitalize our local community. See how you can help today!

Apply

Habitat for Humanity of Hernando County builds homes for low-income families. Based on HUD guidelines, Habitat does not discriminate based on race, gender, or any other distinction.

Volunteer

If you would like to help better your community, sign up today to volunteer and help make our community a better place to live. Click here to check out some of our volunteer opportunities!

Our Families

Want to Apply?

Check out our Selection Criteria page and see if you qualify!

Selection Criteria

Frequently Asked Questions

If I live outside Hernando County, how can I receive Habitat support?

If you live outside of Hernando County, please follow this link at www.habitat.org to find your local Habitat for Humanity affiliate.

How does volunteering help me?

Volunteering has been shown to help not only the community but the individual as well. Volunteering brings you close to your community and allows you to make connections to all sorts of people. Many studies have shown that volunteering can help with stress and improving mental health through social connections and volunteering allows you to gain job experience and confidence by working alongside our professionals.
Article: Volunteering and Health Benefits in General Adults: Cumulative Effects and Forms

How can I sign up for volunteering?

To become one of our lovely volunteers, you may go to www.habitathernando.org/volunteer or look under How to Help, fill out the online application, and email it to carmela@habitathernando.org. There will be a link on the page to take relevant safety courses for which sites you wish to volunteer for.

How can I apply for Housing?

To enter our program, please go to www.habitathernando.org/homeownership-orientation/ and sign up for an available orientation date. Please use the comment box to list the number of individuals that will be accompanying you and specify any accommodations necessary.