About
Since 1986, Habitat for Humanity of Dutchess County has brought people together to build homes, strengthen our community, and create opportunity that lasts.
Our Guiding Principles
Our Mission
Bringing people together to create, preserve, and promote affordable homeownership, strengthen communities, and help families achieve lasting stability.
Our Vision
A world where everyone has a safe and affordable place to live.
Building in Dutchess County. Part of a Global Movement.
Habitat for Humanity of Dutchess County was founded in 1986 as an independent affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International. Our work focuses on building a safer, stronger community by partnering with local families, volunteers, companies, and community partners.
As part of a global network of Habitat affiliates, we bring the resources and credibility of an international movement to the neighborhoods and families right here in Dutchess County.
We build and repair homes. We provide financial counseling. We advocate for housing policy that works for everyone. And we do it all in partnership with our volunteers and homebuyers.
Our Impact In Dutchess County
Everyone deserves a decent place to live. Habitat for Humanity partners with local families, volunteers and organizations to build and preserve homes in Dutchess County.
45
Homes Built
455
Homes Preserved
179
Homebuying Education Participants
7,200
Tons of Goods Saved From Landfills
The People Behind the Mission
Habitat Dutchess County is led by a dedicated team of staff and volunteers who believe deeply that everyone deserves a decent place to call home.
Our work is overseen by a volunteer board of directors drawn from Dutchess County business leaders, community advocates, and housing professionals united by a shared commitment to our mission.
Habitat for Humanity didn’t just give us a house; they gave us a foundation for a completely different future where my children can thrive and grow in safety.
– Habitat Homeowner, 2022
We Take Stewardship Seriously
Transparency isn’t a policy for us. It’s a value.
We believe the community that invests in this mission deserves to know exactly how their support is being used. That’s why we publish our financials every year, maintain independent audits, and pursue third-party accreditation from organizations like Candid and Charity Navigator.
Audited Financial Statements
Ready to Be Part of Our Work?
Whether you want to volunteer, donate, or explore our programs — there’s a place for you in our mission.