Habitat Greens

2012 Projects!

We received some great news from the City of Chico and know that we'll be working on some lots adjacent to Habitat Greens in 2012!  We hope to build 2-3 homes, depending on funding. 

In addition, we will be starting a new program focusing on helping low-income families who own their home but need assistance with minor repairs.

Thrivent to Help Fund a Home in 2012!

Habitat for Humanity of Butte County learned recently that it has been awarded $80,000 to build a home in Chico in 2012!

This grant comes from Minneapolis-based Thrivent Financial for Lutherans’ unique partnership with Habitat for Humanity International: Thrivent Builds with Habitat for Humanity.

We are so grateful for Thrivent’s support of our efforts to provide decent, affordable homes in partnership with families in need.

WE'RE DONE - THANK YOU CHICO!! 

We're so proud of all the hard work of our volunteers and homeowners!  The last four homes at Habitat Greens subdivision are now complete! We celebrated Saturday Jan. 28th!

Check out some video of the event!

Thank you to all who have come out to lend a hand and to all the local organizations and businesses who have helped in 2011!

For more information on these builds, e-mail us at info@buttehabitat.org

 Thanks to Golden Valley Bank, Habitat was able to apply for a large grant from the Federal Home Loan Bank.  The award of $210,000 in AHP grant funding greatly exceeded our expectations, and is a significant contribution toward affordable housing in Butte County. It has even greater value when viewed in the context of the Habitat for Humanity of Butte County mission and the use of proceeds.  

PG&E has stepped forward to fund the full cost of solar electric systems in every home built by Habitat for Humanityof Butte County, saving each homeowner an approximately $500 a year in energy costs. To date, PG&E has contributed over $60,000 to HFHBC. 

To learn more about PG&E Solar Programs, click here.

This is the first LEED for Homes project in Butte County! LEED for Homes is a rating system that promotes the design and construction of high-performance green homes. A green home uses less energy, water and natural resources, creates less waste, and is healthier and more comfortable for occupants. Benefits of a LEED home include lower energy and water bills; reduced greenhouse gas emissions; and less exposure to mold, mildew and other indoor toxins.

For more information about LEED for Homes, click here.