Our Programs
In addition to our affordable housing program, Athens Area Habitat continues to develop community-wide programs in partnership with businesses to provide affordable solutions to those in need. We display our community growth through developmental outreach programs. These programs support low-income homeowners and promote safe, affordable housing within the Athens Area. Additionally, the variety of programs offered allow for increased opportunities for individuals and businesses to invest in their community through service opportunities.
EHARP (Emergency Handicap Access Ramp Program builds ramps for low income physically disabled individuals.
ReNew Athens is a multi-family apartment complex recycling program that creates affordable housing from neglected structures.
A Brush With Kindness is an emergency repair program for low income homeowners.
ReHOUSE diminishes the effect of spot blight in neighborhoods by deconstructing vacant structures and recycling usable materials.
Women Build engages women to take part in the affordable housing mission and learn home maintenance skills.
TheCommittee of 1,000 brings together members of the community to fund a home through individual giving.
Youth United engages community youth through advocacy, fundraising, and volunteerism.
ReStore is the Habitat thrift store which takes donated home furnishings and building materials and sells them at a low cost.