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Building a Better Future: Habitat Affiliates Gather to Explore Offsite, Sustainable Construction

Building a Better Future: Habitat Affiliates Gather to Explore Offsite, Sustainable Construction On May 20, 2025, Habitat for Humanity affiliates from across New York State came together in Syracuse for our “Raising the Future” Symposium, a full-day intensive educational event focused on offsite, sustainable, and climate-resilient building strategies. This event brought together affiliate leaders, construction

Habitat Celebrates Legislative Victory for Affordable Homeownership

PRESS RELEASE Albany, NY (April 29, 2025) – Habitat for Humanity of New York State (HFH-NYS) proudly celebrates the passage of landmark legislation (S1718B/A355C) aimed at significantly expanding affordable homeownership opportunities across New York State. The bill, sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey and Assemblymember Didi Barrett, is focused on fair tax assessments for low-income families

Advocating for Affordable Homeownership: Advocacy Day at the Capitol

Access to safe, stable, and affordable housing is a fundamental need – yet for too many New Yorkers, homeownership remains out of reach. With 1 in 5 households spending half or more of their income on housing and wages falling far short of what’s needed to afford a modest home, the housing crisis is deepening.

Thank You to Global Partners LP for Supporting Habitat for Humanity of New York State

At Habitat for Humanity of New York State, we believe in the power of partnership to create lasting change in our communities. Today, we were reminded of that power thanks to the incredible generosity of Global Partners LP and their customers. Through the “Get a Coke, Share a Coke” holiday program in partnership with Coca-Cola,

Habitat for Humanity of New York State Applauds Governor Kathy Hochul for Championing Affordable and Accessible Housing for Hardworking New Yorkers

On January 9, Governor Hochul announced several proposals to make homeownership more affordable and accessible. Read the release here: www.governor.ny.gov/news/affording-american-dream-governor-hochul-proposes-new-initiatives-make-homeownership-more Habitat for Humanity of New York State Applauds Governor Kathy Hochul for Championing Affordable and Accessible Housing for Hardworking New Yorkers Habitat for Humanity of New York State (HFH-NYS) celebrates Governor Kathy Hochul’s leadership and

2023-2024 Annual Report

Our 2023-2024 Annual Report is now available! CLICK HERE to read more about our impact across the state.

Habitat NYS Announces New CEO

Habitat for Humanity of New York State is excited to announce the appointment of Michael Barrett as the new Chief Executive Officer, effective October 15, 2024. Barrett will succeed Mary Robinson, who led the organization for seven years. Barrett brings a wealth of experience from his extensive career in nonprofit leadership, public service, and policy

2024 Capitol Build Day

 We had an incredible time at Capitol Build Day! Over 300 volunteers participated to help build the frame of a house that will become the home of a hardworking New York family in  Niverville, NY. A gigantic THANK YOU to all of the volunteers, sponsors, legislators, supporters, and Habitat affiliates that came together to

Assemblymember Didi Barrett, Speaker Carl Heastie Announce $3 Million in Funding for Affordable Housing

Assemblymember Didi Barrett (D-Columbia / Dutchess Counties) and New York State Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie announced $3 million dollars in funding to support the construction of affordable housing in Columbia and Dutchess Counties. $1,500,000 in funding was allocated to Columbia County Habitat for Humanity to create more affordable homes for first-time homeowners and the other

Celebrating Our Annual Affiliate Award Winners