Habitat for Humanity is dedicated to building simple, decent, affordable homes with people in need.  If you are prepared to work with us, we will work with you to build a home for your family.

The basic guidelines for a Habitat Partner Family are:  Need for housing, ability to pay for and maintain a home and willingness to partner with Habitat.

Applicants who need housing are currently living in a home that has unsafe conditions, is overcrowded or costs too much.

Qualified families will have a yearly income between 30% and 50% of the county's median income based on family size.  For 2011, the acceptable income range for a family of four is between 18,400 and 30,650. (Click here for more income guidelines). Families must not have filed for bankruptcy within two years, and those with low credit scores must show that they are working to improve their credit.  The Family Selection Committee will ensure that applicants have adequate income for a mortgage payment, monthly bills and home maintenance costs.

Each adult family member works at least 15 hours per week performing sweat equity by:  building homes, helping at the Habitat office, ReStore and local events, promoting Habitat for Humanity in the community and attending workshops to learn about owning and caring for a home. 

Complete and return a pre-application or contact the office at (906) 228-3578 or info@mqthabitat.org for more information. 

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Marquette County Habitat for Humanity
1027 North Third Street, PO Box 213, Marquette, MI 49855
Tel: 906.228.3578 - Fax: 906.228.2314
E-mail: info@mqthabitat.org

The Habitat for Humanity International web site contains more information on Habitat's history, mission, volunteer opportunities and contact information for other Habitat affiliates around the world.