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We are able to build homes only through the prayers and financial support of our partners. A typical Habitat home costs about $67,000 to build.
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Breaking News
The Southern Wayne High School home has been moved to 210 Glenn Rd. in Mt. Olive. Come join us as we enter the final stages of construction.
We're currently building in Mt. Olive and Goldsboro. Do you or your group want to help build? Get more information when you contact our Volunteer Coordinator.
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Our Mission
Habitat for Humanity International is a nonprofit, ecumenical Christian organization. We are dedicated to eliminating substandard housing and homelessness worldwide and to making adequate, affordable shelter a matter of conscience and action. Our ministry was founded on the conviction that every man, woman and child should have a simple, decent place to live in dignity and safety.
All are welcome
Habitat has an open-door policy: All who desire to be a part of this work are welcome, regardless of religious preference or background. We have a policy of building with people in need regardless of race or religion. We welcome volunteers and supporters from all backgrounds.
Our History
Habitat for Humanity International (HFHI) was founded in 1976 by Millard and Linda Fuller as an Christian ecumenical housing ministry.Today, Habitat for Humanity is a true world leader in addressing the issues of poverty housing.
Millard Fuller was a millionaire lawyer at the age of 29. As his business prospered, his health, integrity and marriage suffered. These crises prompted Fuller to re-evaluate his values and direction. His soul searching led to reconciliation with his wife and to a renewal of his Christian commitment. They decided to sell all of their possessions and began searching for a new focus on life. They began building homes for low income families and that became what is today known as Habitat for Humanity International.
Habitat today
Through the work of Habitat, thousands of low-income families have found new hope in the form of affordable housing. Churches, community groups and others have joined together to successfully tackle a significant social problem decent housing for all.
Today, Habitat for Humanity has built more than 300,000 houses, sheltering more than 1.5 million people in more than 3,000 communities worldwide.
Habitat For Humanity of Goldsboro-Wayne (HFHGW)
HFHGW was founded in 2001 by Bill and Jan Edgerton. To date, we have completed 39 homes in Goldsboro & the surrounding counties. HFHGW is multi-faceted. We build new homes for families and run a recycled building materials store known as the Habitat ReStore.
About our County
Many individuals in our community are living in substandard housing. The 2000 Census data shows that Goldsboro area has the highest median rent of any metropolitan area in the state. 40% of Wayne renters spend more than 30% of their gross income on rent. HUD fair market rent for a 3 bedroom/2 bathroom home in Goldsboro is $976.
Habitat for Humanity joins with community volunteers to provide affordable housing. It costs us just $69,000 to construct a typical 3 bedroom/2 bathroom home.
Our Habitat homeowner payments average between $350- $475 per month which includes taxes and insurance.
Our relationship with Habitat for Humanity International
How to Help
There is much work to be done before a hammer can ever be swung. Your financial gifts are critical to the success of Habitat for Humanity! Our homes are built with volunteer labor and funded through generous donations of partner churches and members of the community just like you. Please consider one of the following gifts to Habitat for Humanity Goldsboro-Wayne today:
Each gift you make helps a family in need of decent shelter. All Habitat For Humanity of Goldsboro-Wayne donations are tax-deductible as allowed by law and will be acknowledged with a letter you may use for those purposes. Gifts made on-line are safe, thanks to our secure-server capability and will be put to good use by Habitat. We take seriously our responsibility to contributors, to those counting on our help to be wise stewards of funds entrusted to us.
We raise all our funds locally and receive no funding from Habitat for Humanity International. We support the efforts of Habitat for Humanity International by tithing 10% of all donations to our international agencies like Guatemala & Haiti, unless the donation is restricted to be used in Wayne County.
Home, Land, & Vehicle Donations
Homes
Habitat for Humanity Goldsboro-Wayne accepts homes that are free of liens and judgements in the surrounding area. We use homes for transitional housing, to house long-term volunteers, or for resale as a means of building more homes in our community. To see if your home is eligible, please contact us today.
Land
As the Goldsboro area continues to grow, securing land for Habitat For Humanity of Goldsboro-Wayne home projects becomes more challenging. If you are aware of a parcel of land in the area that may be available, we'd like to talk to you!
You may donate land for a tax-deducatible donation or we may purchase land at fair appraisal value. We do not purchase property in the floodplain and we do not mediate heirship issues. If you know of such property or would like to speak to us about the donation or sale of your property, please [ email us] Thank you for helping to create affordable housing in Goldsboro!
Vehicles
Cars, trucks, and RVs are a significant benefit to our affiliate. Vehicle donations are quick, easy, and your car donation may be eligible for tax deduction purposes if you itemize (consult the IRS or your tax advisor for details).
If you are interested in donating a vehicle to Habitat for Humanity, please contact James Davis at the ReStore (919) 736-9550 or by [email ]
Other Giving Options
Estate Planning
Many of our partners support Habitat through planned gifts, which may qualify for significant tax deductions. Giving options include bequests, charitable gift annuities, and charitable remainder trusts. To find out how you can financially benefit Habitat For Humanity of Goldsboro-Wayne and provide a lasting legacy, contact the Development Coordinator at (919) 736-9592 or by [email].
Matching Gifts
Ever wish you could multiply your gift to Habitat For Humanity of Goldsboro-Wayne? Here is a way-employer matching contributions. Thousands of companies have Matching Gift programs which double, or even triple individual, tax-deductible contributions made by their employees. Inquire about our list of Matching Gift partners or ask your personnel office about your company's Matching Gift program.
Stocks and Bond Gifts
A charitable gift of stocks or bonds provides an opportunity for tax savings while generously sharing with others. A gift of stock owned for more than one year entitles you to a charitable deduction for the full market value at the time the gift is made. If the stock has appreciated, you also avoid a capital gains tax on the appreciation. In addition to helping HFHGW, you may diversify away from low-basis, long-term holdings into other assets that will better suit your current needs. If you would like to discuss a gift of stocks or bonds, please contact us at (919) 736-9592.
Donate Here
Habitat for Humanity accepts both individual and group volunteers. Whether you're a newbie or a seasoned professional, there's a place for you. First click on the photo in the area in which you'd like to volunteer.
Volunteer administrative assistants help us answer phones, greet customers, file, clean, data entry, and generally keep things all together. One individual is accepted on Mondays and Thursdays.
We build Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 8am-3pm. We accept up to 15 volunteers per house each day.
The Habitat ReStore accepts up to 5 volunteers each day (M-F, 9-5,
Sat 9-3). Here, you'll be pricing, sorting, and cleaning merchandise, or running on pick-ups.
The volunteer lunch provider program is one of the most critical aspects of our construction operation. Sign up to provide lunch to visiting groups of construction volunteers in 2010.
Adult Waiver
Minor Waiver
Liability Waivers
If you're a pro or a novice, we can use you on the Habitat construction site. We accept only the first 15 volunteers for each shift on each construction workday. We are currently building at 210 Glenn Road in Mt. Olive and 713 National Drive in Goldsboro. We build every Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday in two shifts: 8am-11:30am and 11:30am-3pm. Volunteers can sign up for both shifts, but should plan on packing their lunch or make other lunch arrangements.
Volunteers should wear close-toed shoes and dress appropriately for the weather. Water and other drinks are provided on site. Tools are also provided, but if you'd like to bring your own, you are welcome to do so.
Our construction staff and crew leaders will meet you on site and guide you through assigned tasks, so don't worry if you've never worked on a construction site. Anybody that can handle a hammer can work on our site - just ask some of our past volunteers!
Interested?
Click on the button to the left to sign up online. If you have any questions, please call our Volunteer Coordinator, Olivia Wiggins, at 919-736-9592.
Want to work with Habitat for Humanity but construction is not really for you?
Join the Habitat ReStore team. The Habitat ReStore sells gently used appliances and household items to the public. Proceeds fund the construction of Habitat homes right here in Wayne County.
We accept up to five ReStore volunteers each day to help us clean, sort, and price new merchandise as well as run this tight operation.
To reserve your spot as a ReStore volunteer, click on the button below.
Do you have the skill for keeping things organized? Could you help with data entry? Computer work? Or service customers and clients? We need you in the Habitat administrative offices!
Currently, we are recruiting volunteers who can help us with:
We accept only one office assistant per day on Monday and Thursday. Sign ups are on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Interested? Sign up as a volunteer office assistant today by calling Olivia Wiggins, Volunteer Coordinator, at 919-736-9592.
Could you help us meet a critical need for our construction? We are currently recruiting volunteers to provide lunch to visiting groups of construction volunteers in 2010. If you are an individual, a church leader, or a business owner, WE NEED YOU!
We have groups come all the time! College students over Spring Break, high school groups over the summer, and Care-A-Vanners in the fall. These volunteers travel and donate their time to us for weeks at a time. As a small gesture of appreciation, we enjoy being able to supply them lunch on their work days.
As a volunteer lunch provider, you will prepare a meal of your choice (sandwiches, soup, casseroles, or purchased meals are just fine) for 30-35 volunteers. Call our Volunteer Coordinator, Olivia Wiggins (919-736-9592), for available dates or click here to send Olivia an email.
124 E Mulberry Street Goldsboro, NC 27530 919.736.9550
Donated Building materials helps those in need twice.
The Habitat For Humanity of Goldsboro-Wayne ReStore benefits our community twice. Items you donate such as working appliances, furniture, electronics, and other equipment are sold in our ReStore at 50-70% off the retail rate to our customers. ReStore sales go directly into Habitat's building program, helping deserving families in Wayne County and your old items are enjoyed by another family instead of filling the landfills. It's the eco way to helping build homes!
We need your donations! Almost any items you take out of your home can be sold in our ReStore. Especially needed are doors, windows, cabinets (kitchen or other) and working appliances (10 years or less). But any building or remodeling material that's in good shape can be recycled through the ReStore, saving you dumping costs and providing a tax deduction as well.
Do you need household items? Are you renovating your home? Looking for that old record for your collection? The Habitat for Humanity ReStore might have what you are looking for! Our inventory changes daily so stop by often to see what we have for sale. Anyone is welcome to purchase items at our store.
If you have any questions or would like to request a pick up please call the Habitat ReStore staff at 919-736-9550.
Have too many items in your storage shed already? Donate your items to Habitat! Habitat accepts slightly used items that can be resold in the store. All donations are tax deductible so before you throw it in the trash, think about donating it to Habitat. Drop off all donations to 124 East Mulberry Street.
*Pick-up service is available for larger donations in excellent, working condition.
Our ReStore Wishlist for Volunteers & Donated Items- How YOU can help
from local businesses
James Davis, ReStore Manager
James has over 10 years of experience with non-profit and management. He is the Habitat leader and visionary for evrything ReStore. James prides himself on building team and utilizing volunteers to the best of their ability.
Kyra Haverlah, Assistant ReStore Manager
Kyra joins our team from sunny Florida. She has experience in bookstore management, leadership development, and youth & childrens ministry.
The Entire Team
Come in to the Habitat ReStore today to meet James, Kyra, Deb, Lupe, Josh, and Terry. We're happy to help!
ReStore (Goldsboro)
124 East Mulberry Street
Goldsboro, NC 27530
919-736-9592
*pick-ups are available for appliances and large furniture in working, like-new condition only
Hours of Operation (Goldsboro):
Mon-Fri 9-5
Sat 9-3
Sun - CLOSED
ReStore (Mt. Olive)
108 West James Street
Mt. Olive, NC
919.00000
Hours of Operation (Mt. Olive):
Thursday-Friday 11-4
Saturday 9-12
Own a Habitat Home
If you are interested in applying for a Habitat home the first step is to attend an informational meeting. These meetings are held quarterly, the first Monday in August, November, February, and May at 6 pm at WAGES. You must arrive on time and you also need to stay for the entire presentation.
WAGES
601 Royall Ave.
Goldsboro, NC 27534
The Habitat homeownership program provides a hand-up not a hand out for people who are in need of housings. Habitat builds simple decent and affordable homes for those families who are willing to partner with Habitat and met the qualifying standards within the program.
There are four criteria's to fulfill when applying for a Habitat home:
1. Residency - Those applying for home ownership must be either a Wayne County resident for one year or have been working within Wayne County for one year before he/she can begin the steps with Habitat.
2.Need - You must currently live in substandard housing. Examples include: Various maintenance problems, overcrowding, rent is 30% or more of monthly income.
3. Ability - There is a certain "low-income" bracket that your family must fall into. Depending on family size your income must fall within our preexisting guidelines (see chart below). For instance a family of four must have an income between $14,150 - $28,300. If you would like to know about a specific family size please sign up to attend an informational meeting where you will learn all about the Habitat home ownership program. Along with a certain income range you must also have to be able to afford a monthly mortgage payment between $350- $475 and be able to make a down payment of $750.
4. Willingness - In order to qualify for a Habitat home you must be willing to partner with Habitat. First, you must be willing to wait for the house while it is being built. You must also be willing to work a minimum of 300 hours of "sweat equity" This is volunteer time put into building your home as well as the homes of others.
Year 2010 Guidelines
Family Size Income Minimum Income Maximum
One $15,800 $21,180
Two $15,800 $24,240
Three $15,800 $27,240
Four $15,800 $30,240
Five $16,350 $32,700
Six $17,550 $35,100
Seven $18,750 $37,500
Eight $19,950 $39,960
If you would like to learn more about homeownership, call us at (919) 736-9592 or send us an and we will contact you before we have our next meeting.
Construction
We build every Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 8-3. Currently, we are building at 210 Glenn Road in Mt. Olive and at 713 National Drive in Goldsboro. We welcome those who have professional skills and those with no formal experience. Like never before we need the help and support of volunteers just like you to fulfill our mission of eliminating substandard housing in Goldsboro and Wayne County. We invite both individual and groups of volunteers (groups of no more than 30 individuals per day). To volunteer, visit our how to volunteer page.
Meet the Construction Manager
Habitat welcomes Tony Smith, our new Construction Manager, to Goldsboro! You can meet Tony on our construction site any work day. Sign up to volunteer by visiting our how to volunteer page!
What's new & exciting with Habitat for Humanity Goldsboro-Wayne? Here's a look at what we have going on and how you can take part:
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Thank you to all of the volunteers, sponsors, and staff who helped to make our first annual HIKE FOR HUMANITY a smashing success!
Here are a few photos of the event!
Board of Directors
Patricia Colón, President
Brenda Ipock, Treasurer
Henry Harris, President Emeritus
Dr. Ansha Alexander
Sherry Archibald
Terry Hampton
Jo Heidenreich
Maria Rodriguez
Bill Royall
James Sauls
John Stokes
Rev. Al Thompson
Bill & Jan Edgerton, Founders
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Full House Sponsors
Full sponsors have generously donated enough for an entire home in Wayne County.
LOWES
CitiFinancial
Community Development -City of Goldsboro
First Baptist Church of Goldsboro
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church
Homebuilders Association
Partners for Habitat of Mt Olive
Wayne Uplift
2010 Sponsors
First Presbyterian Church of Goldsboro
Beta Sigma Phi
Kathryn Winstead
Sunrise Kiwanis
The Physicians Fund
Downtown Deli
St. Luke's Church
Whitley Church
City of Goldsboro
CLIFFS
Gift-in-Kind Sponsors
Curtis Media Group
Old Navy
AccuCopy of Goldsboro
First Citizen's Bank
Yale
Moen Faucets
Valspar
Whirpool
Schneider
Dow
Casey's Garden Center
Attorney Joyce Keller
Griffin Exterminating
B.R. Kornegay Survey
Convenient Glass
Hunter Douglass
Bill Orander
Grice Appraisals
Fergueson
Universal Lighting
Jackson & Sons
Mi Mos Pizza
Jersey Mike's Subs
B & G Grille
Domino's Pizza
Torerro's
Pappa John's Pizza
Arby's
McDonalds
Bonfire Tortilla Grill
McCalls
Habitat for Humanity
131 E Walnut Street
919-736-9909
info_habitatgoldsboro.org
919.736.9592 (administration)
919.736.9550 (ReStore)
919.736.9909 (fax)
