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Akron, Ohio 44320
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Frequently Asked Questions
Here you’ll find answers to some of the most commonly asked questions about Habitat for Humanity of Summit County. If you can’t find the answer you’re looking for here, please don’t hesitate to send us a message through the form above or give us a call.
Does Habitat for Humanity of Summit County give away houses for free?
No. Habitat Homes are sold on a 30 year, zero-interest mortgage, paid directly to Habitat and those payments help fund additional homes to be built with families in need.
What does Habitat for Humanity of Summit County do?
How do you keep the costs of building a house so low?
Do Habitat homes lower property values?
How many houses has Habitat for Humanity of Summit County built?
How do I apply for a safe, affordable home?
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Construction Basics
by Mary Shepherd, HFHSC Family & Volunteer Coordinator Hammer a nail . . . cut wood with a power saw . . . frame a wall . . . trim a window. These basic construction skills that Habitat for Humanity partner families learn in class and on the build site not only...
Saving Energy
by Mary Shepherd, HFHSC Family & Volunteer Coordinator I recently attended a presentation on energy-saving programs available to residents in Summit County. I would like to share the information with you now. I hope you find the information as valuable as I...
ABWK Manager/Site Supervisor
Position Purpose: The ABWK Manager/Site Supervisor is the main coordinator of projects under the Neighborhood Revitalization Program – which include “A Brush With Kindness”, deconstruction/demolition, and home rehab projects. As part of the...
Neighborhood Network, a program of Habitat for Humanity of Summit County, Receives Community Change Grant from America Walks
Press Release January 3, 2019 Contact: Rochelle Sibbio CEO and President, Habitat for Humanity of Summit County habitat@hfhsummitcounty.org 330-745-7734 Neighborhood Network, a program of Habitat for Humanity of Summit County, Receives Community Change Grant...
The 14th District Representative Dave Joyce visits Habitat for Humanity of Summit County build site in Twinsburg
Contact: Rochelle Sibbio Habitat for Humanity of Summit County 330-745-7734 Habitat@hfhsummitcounty.org The 14th District Representative Dave Joyce visits Habitat for Humanity of Summit County build site in Twinsburg Akron, OH (October 31, 2018) - Today,...
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