OUR MISSION

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

OUR VISION

A world where everyone has a decent place to live.

ABOUT HAYWOOD HABITAT FOR HUMANITY

Haywood Habitat for Humanity, formed in 1990, is part of a global, nonprofit housing organization operated on Christian principles that seeks to put God’s love into action by building homes, communities and hope.  Haywood Habitat is dedicated to eliminating substandard housing locally and worldwide through constructing, rehabilitating and preserving homes; by advocating for fair and just housing policies; and by providing training and access to resources to help families improve their shelter conditions.  Habitat for Humanity was founded on the conviction that every man, woman and child should have a simple, durable place to live in dignity and safety, and that decent shelter in decent communities should be a matter of conscience and action for all. Since 1990, our non-profit ministry has served more than 70 Haywood County families.

ALL ARE WELCOME

Haywood Habitat has an open-door policy: All who believe that everyone needs a decent, affordable place to live are welcome to help with the work, regardless of race, religion, age, gender, political views or any of the other distinctions that too often divide people.  In short, Habitat welcomes volunteers and supporters from all backgrounds and also serves people in need of decent housing regardless of race or religion.

As a matter of policy, Habitat for Humanity International and its affiliated organizations do not proselytize.  This means that Habitat will not offer assistance on the expressed or implied condition that people must either adhere to or convert to a particular faith, or listen and respond to messaging designed to induce conversion to a particular faith.

ABOUT HABITAT FOR HUMANITY INTERNATIONAL

Founded in Americus, Georgia, USA, in 1976, Habitat for Humanity operates in all 50 U.S. states and in more than 70 countries.  Habitat for Humanity has helped more than 29 million people achieve strength, stability and independence through safe, decent and affordable shelter.

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Our Staff

  • Jared Iraggi

    Executive Director

  • David Pfister

    Construction Manager

  • Kevin Walker

    ReStore Manager

  • Martha Roberto

    Office Manager

Our Board

Haywood Habitat for Humanity is guided by a dedicated Board of Directors made up of community leaders who volunteer their time, expertise, and passion for our mission. Our board provides governance, oversight, and strategic direction, ensuring that we remain true to our vision of building safe, decent, and affordable homes in partnership with families in need. Together, they help strengthen our organization and expand our impact in Haywood County.

  • Rick Croskery, Chair 
  • Bill Snyder, Vice Chair 
  • Angie Haynes,Treasurer
  • Sarah Wenzel, Secretary
  • Jared Iraggi, Executive Director
  • David Adams
  • Shawn Leetz
  • Michelle McElroy
  • Mike Pass
  • Latisha Perkins
  • Amy Valliere
  • Karen Denney
  • M. Chase Wells
  • Kimberly McClure
  • Zachery Stines

Our Volunteers

Volunteers are the heart of Haywood Habitat for Humanity. From swinging hammers on a build site to serving on committees, helping in the office, or providing meals for work crews, our volunteers make affordable housing possible in Haywood County. By giving their time, skills, and compassion, they bring our mission to life and help families achieve strength, stability, and self-reliance through shelter