Habitat for Humanity of Bucks County was first incorporated December 1, 1990 as the 535th affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International. Our first groundbreaking took place in Bristol in May 1993; the first home was dedicated in June 1994. To date, we have worked with 196 members of our community, providing a hand-up to homeownership!

Like the population we serve, we have diverse people who work with us and for us. It is this diversity that challenges us to develop new programs and policies to do more than just build homes, but also to improve the communities in which the homes are located. (See our Board of Directors and Advisory Board Members list at the bottom of this page.)

From 2005-2008, we will build 36 affordable homes in Bucks County. Each home will require a commitment of 2,000 volunteer hours and financial contributions averaging $4,250 per day and the dedication of innumerable individuals speaking on behalf of the program. Habitat relies strictly on the generosity and commitment of our neighbors and partner families to provide these resources, and to make safe, affordable housing a matter of conscience and action in our community.

Our Mission
To build affordable homes, better lives, stronger families, and safer communities through partnerships with people and organizations throughout Bucks County.

Our Identity
Habitat for Humanity of Bucks County brings individuals, families and communities together to build affordable homes with those in need. We are a Christian ministry that calls on all people regardless of religious preference or cultural background to make safe, simple, affordable housing a matter of conscience and action in Bucks County. Click here to read our covenant.

Our Families
Shelter is a fundamental need of all people. We work to fulfill that need. Our Homeownership Program provides an opportunity for low-income families to increase their independence and economic well being through home ownership and educational opportunities. Habitat families work hard for their homes; they contribute up to 375 hours of sweat equity and will pay a mortgage for their home. Through our unique program, families acquire a sense of ownership and responsibility that they may not have as renters or tenants.
> Learn more at our Home Ownership section!

OurVolunteers
Volunteers work in the Habitat office all week; each Wednesday and Saturday, groups and individuals can build on site. Some construction volunteers are professionals, but most have never swung a hammer. Individuals come from all walks of life to volunteer with Habitat - it is these volunteer construction teams that keep Habitat homes affordable. Get involved on or off the site! Volunteers are needed in the office, on site, on committees and helping at special events.
> Learn more at our Get Involved section!

Officers + Board of Directors

Advisory Board

Jim Dowling, President Ethan Allen, Inc. Paul Payton, Vice President Faith Relations Jennifer A. Stark, AIA, Secretary Stark & Associates, P. C. Julie Davis, Treasurer Dunlap & Associates Scott P. Belveal, Finance Committee G oldman, Sachs & Co Nancy Buckner, Family Selection First Savings Bank of Perkasie Deborah Croswell, Family Support Ryan Henderson St. John’s United Church of Christ Margit "Peg" Kindt, Homeowner Representative Grundy Library Joel Stewart, Project Review Bill Tuszynski, Family Selection Ivanhoe Industries

Tom Bisko Quakertown National Bank John Davis Borough of Doylestown Mike G. Fitzpatrick Begley, Carlin and Mandio, LLP Duane Freed T.H. Properties Dan Kendra Precision Solutions, Inc Paul Landes High Aim Resources Hal Margolit Drucker & Scaccetti, P.C. Andrew Swinney Philadelphia Foundation Peter S. Thompson Attorney at Law