About
Here in La Plata County, Habitat for Humanity of La Plata County transforms lives by building homes and providing hope for a more secure and stable financial future.
Your donations today will support our mission to provide affordable homeownership in La Plata County making a direct impact on the lives of people living in your community. With your financial support, along with the cooperative efforts of volunteers, Habitat Partner families, and industry partners to build high-quality, energy-efficient affordable homes, we can improve the future of these homeowners with a permanent place to call home.
Additionally, Habitat La Plata is focusing on renewing it's commitment to diversity and representation of marginalized groups. Habitat International was founded on a belief that safe, affordable housing is a human right that transcends race, ethnicity, gender identity, religion, ability, and socioeconomic status. We actively seek partnerships and welcome volunteers and homeowners from all backgrounds, fostering a supportive community where everyone's voice is heard and valued. We know that when we build together, we build stronger communities for everyone. These are core values of the Habitat mission which have carried through from Koinonia Farm, a community farm outside of Americus, Georgia, where the idea for Habitat For Humanity first developed. We invite you to read more on the history of Habitat International in our background statement.
MISSION
Habitat for Humanity of La Plata County brings people together to build homes, communities and hope for a brighter future.
Vision
A world where everyone has a decent place to live.
ORGANIZATION BACKGROUND
Habitat for Humanity of La Plata County (HFHLPC) was approved in 1994 as an independent affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International. Our affiliate organization was formed to address the need for affordable housing in La Plata County. We have built over 70 homes since our inception.
Our mission is to provide homeownership to those with incomes between 30-80% of the Area Median Income (AMI). The majority of La Plata County's workforce earns in this range including teachers, law enforcement, hospitality, firefighters and EMS, construction, and more. These people and their professions keep our community afloat, and it is our goal to make homeownership more accessible and security a reality.
For a family of four, the annual income range to qualify for the mortgage facilitated through Habitat of La Plata is between $33,150 and $88,400 which is too low for traditional home loans. Qualifying for a Habitat home based on this income, and with a capped mortgage, gives families the ability to channel their income to other expenses such as food, auto, transportation and medical needs.
Creating stronger communities and building relationships comes from not only giving families a place to call “home”, but also through the collaboration and teamwork of future homeowners, volunteers, and industry partners. It is our desire to offer a lift-up and not a hand-out, leading to improved self-esteem, sense of accomplishment and independence.
If you would like to learn more about Habitat For Humanity La Plata County, please visit our website at habitatlaplata.org.
HABITAT INTERNATIONAL BACKGROUND
The idea for Habitat for Humanity was born at Koinonia Farm, a racially integrated community founded in the 1940s outside of Americus, Georgia. At a time and place where segregation and discrimination were widespread, Koinonia stood as a courageous example of inclusion, equity, and shared purpose. It was here that the seeds of Habitat’s vision were planted, where people of diverse backgrounds came together to live, work, and support one another through a spirit of partnership and justice. These founding values of diversity and inclusion remain central to our mission today.
Organization name
Habitat for Humanity of La Plata County
other names
HFHLPC
1994
Tax id (EIN)
84-1284358
Category
Housing & Shelter
Organization Size
Medium Organization
Colorado State Tax Credits
Colorado Enterprise Zone Credit
Address
50 Design Center RoadLa Plata County, CO, US