About Us

Chemung County Habitat for Humanity is an affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International, a global, nonprofit housing organization working. We build strength, stability and self-reliance in partnership with people and families in need of a decent and affordable home.

Our Vision

​A world where everyone has a decent place to live

Our Mission

Seeking to put God’s love into action, Chemung County Habitat for Humanity brings people together to build homes, communities and hope

Our History

In 1989, a group of concerned and committed citizens gathered to discuss forming an affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International in Chemung County. This group had two primary concerns: the growing number of families in Chemung County that were classified as low-income "working poor" and that over 50 percent of the houses in the City of Elmira were non-owner occupied rental property. Since its inception, nearly 40 families have found safe, affordable housing through Chemung County Habitat for Humanity; however, there is still much to be done. 

Our Affiliate continues to grow and offer more services to help those in need in our community. We are dedicated to eliminating substandard housing through constructing, rehabilitating and preserving homes; by advocating for fair and just housing policies; and by providing information and access to resources that help families improve their shelter conditions.

All are Welcome

​Chemung County Habitat for Humanity has an open-door policy. We are willing to partner with everyone, regardless of race, religion, age, gender, political views or any of the other distinctions that too often divide us. Chemung County Habitat for Humanity has an open-door policy. We are willing to partner with everyone, regardless of race, religion, age, gender, political views or any of the other distinctions that too often divide us.

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