The application process for our next Partner Family for our home to be built in 2021 will be open from September 1 ,2020 until October 15, 2020. We need all the forms in the application completed and returned to us no later than October 15, 2020. While we will not begin reviewing applications until September 1st you may download an application immediately, begin working on it, and submit it as soon as possible.
Also please note that due to Covid-19 and any other factors beyond our control, even if you are the Family selected for the 2021 build, there is no guarantee that your build will occur.
The selection of our Family Partners is based on several criteria including need, ability to pay, and willingness to partner.
These are just basic guidelines and example. The actual criteria are much more in depth.
Need: Examples of need criteria are:
- Income between 30% and 60% of the Portage County Median Income
- Overcrowded living conditions,
- Substandard living conditions,
- Paying more than a certain percentage of monthly income for housing.
Ability to Pay: Examples of ability to pay include:
- Monthly income level at least at established minimum,
- Debt must not be excessive,
- Consistent payment history.
Willingness to Partner: Examples of willingness to partner are:
- Agreement to complete sweat equity requirement ,
- Agreement to attend homeowner workshops,
- Agreement to stay in communication with the Family Nurturing volunteers.
- Agreement to assist in promoting the Habitat mission and ministry.
If you any questions about the application process please contact us and one of our volunteers will reach out to you.
Documents
2021 Habitat APPLICATION (PDF)
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