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Greater Rochester Habitat for Humanity

We build strength, stability and self-reliance through shelter.

At the core of Habitat’s mission is the idea of people coming together, working together, building together, and helping one another.

With your help, Habitat homeowners achieve the strength, stability and self-reliance they need to build a better life for their families.

Help us help more families build affordable homes by pledging your support today!

Latest News

Habitat for Humanity unveils first two-story modular home in Rochester

December 16, 2025
Rochester, N.Y. - The start of a new chapter of homeownership in the area. Greater Rochester Habitat for Humanity celebrated Rochester's first two-story modular home on Friday in the Beechwood neighborhood. The nonprofit says the modular building process slashes construction time and costs, helping more families get safe and affordable homes faster. It also says frame-based house construction will continue, as it helps teach volunteers valuable technical skills. Original Article: https://13wham.com/news/local/habit-for-humanity-unveils-first-two-story-modular-home-in-rochester

Buy the Block housing initiative: Second phase completed

June 24, 2025
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Friday, the City of Rochester’s Mayor Malik Evans celebrated the second phase of the Buy the Block Housing Initiative with a ribbon cutting.

Founding member of Habitat for Humanity still designing kitchens at 96 years old

June 10, 2025
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Habitat for Humanity has been building homes from the ground up since 1984. It’s an all-volunteer non-profit that donates these homes to the community in need.