About Us
Habitat for Humanity of Boone County
Our Mission
Seeking to put God's love into action, Habitat for Humanity of Boone County brings people together to build homes, communities and hope.
Our Vision and Values
Habitat envisions a world where everyone has a safe, decent place to live. Guided by the principle of being Christ’s Hands and Feet, we work toward this vision by building and improving homes in partnership with individuals and families in need of affordable housing. Through collaboration with volunteers, donors, and corporate partners, we create opportunities for sustainable housing and help break the cycle of poverty.
Since 1984, Habitat for Humanity of Boone County has offered a hand up—not a handout—empowering partner families to take pride in homeownership while working side by side with volunteers to build their homes. To date, we have built 78 homes and supported over 225 hardworking adults and children in achieving housing stability and a brighter future.
What We Do
Building Hope, One Home at a Time
The critical shortage of affordable housing in our communities has given Habitat for Humanity of Boone County a powerful opportunity—to change lives, one home at a time.
In Boone County, affordable housing is one of the most urgent concerns facing residents. Nearly 45% of renters are considered cost-burdened, spending more than 30% of their income on rent. In Lebanon alone, 35% of residents earn between $20,000 and $50,000 annually, while the average cost of a two-bedroom apartment exceeds $1,000 per month. For families living paycheck to paycheck, this makes the dream of homeownership feel out of reach.
At Habitat for Humanity of Boone County, we believe everyone deserves a safe, stable, and affordable place to call home. We work with families who are ready for a lasting change—a future filled with stability, dignity, and hope.
A Community Effort
Through the power of partnerships—with volunteers, donors, businesses, congregations, and community members—we’re building more than houses. We're building stronger neighborhoods and brighter futures.
We are proud to be the only nonprofit in Boone County solely focused on creating long-term, affordable homeownership opportunities. Our mission is rooted in empowerment, sustainability, and community support.
Together, we are making homeownership possible for hardworking families—and transforming lives in the process.
We offer a hand up, not a hand out
With the support of donors, volunteers, and community partners, Habitat for Humanity of Boone County builds homes alongside partner families. Homebuyers contribute a small down payment, make interest-free monthly mortgage payments, and invest 200–400 hours of “sweat equity” helping build their home and others’.
Homes are sold at no profit and financed with affordable loans.
Since 1984, we have built, repaired, or rehabilitated over 78 homes across Boone County, working to make safe, sustainable, and affordable housing a reality for all.