Habitat for Humanity - Helena Area HFH

The fiscal year saw the completion of nine homes. Six homes were completed in Helena, with an additional three homes completed in red lodge. The organization commenced construction on an additional twelve homes during the fiscal year. The organization officially launched our repair program with one major repair project under construction during the fiscal year with more in the pipeline. The restore relocated its operations to a new and expanded location and continued its work of diverting material from the landfill. Over seventy tons of material was diverted from the landfill. Helena Habitat has two rental units which provide affordable rooms for rent exclusively to americorps members. Habitat also partners with the career training institute for the youthbuild program, an education program which provides a second chance for youth ages 16-24 to complete their high school equivalency and receive training in the trades. Finally, Habitat for Humanity's homeowner services program provided financial resources and coaching and referrals to debt management and credit builder programs to over 100 individuals and families.