HABITAT FOR HUMANITY EAST BAY

Sustainable business restore: habitat operates three restores in oakland, concord, and san jose that accept donations of quality new and used home improvement goods and sell them to the public at discounted prices. Restores are sustainable for the planet and for habitat diverting over 15 million pounds of usable items from landfill annually and reinvesting all proceeds in our work to bring affordable homeownership, financial wellness, and secure, supportive shelter within reach of more people and families with limited incomes.

Housing & financial counseling: habitat's hud-approved housing & financial counseling program helps clients build the skills and habits they need to successfully take on the responsibility of homeownership and achieve financial wellness. The program offers skills and education through one-on-one counseling with a hud-certified housing counselor to discuss their personal financial issues (i.e. Credit repair, budgeting, saving, etc.); group classes and workshops, including the first time homebuyer class; and an online financial education center where clients can take courses at their own pace on many financial topics from "opening a basic bank account" to "preparing for retirement." the services are open to anyone, but target limited income families. In fiscal year 2024, the program served 1290 people.