Habitat for Humanity of Eastern Connecticut

upcoming events:

come see our new home!

Wednesday, July 15th from 1-5pm
1 Bailey Circle, New London, CT

After months of renovations powered by dedicated volunteers, Habitat homeowners, community partners, and supporters, we're opening the doors to our new home for a special Open House, and we'd love for you to join us! During your visit, you'll have the opportunity to tour our new building, meet our staff, learn about our Homeownership Program, and discover ways to get involved

We encourage guests to RSVP by emailing [email protected], although walk-ins are welcome. We hope you'll join us as we celebrate this exciting new chapter and the community that made it possible!

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Golf Tournament:
The Habitat Classic

Monday, September 28th with 10am shotgun start
Mohegan Sun Golf Club, Baltic, CT

65 homes are ready to be built! The families are already waiting and the land is ready. The only thing standing between these families and homeownership is the funding to build. Which is why we'd love for you to join us at the Mohegan Sun Golf Club... FORE the 65!

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who we are

At Habitat for Humanity of Eastern Connecticut, we work with families and the community to build hope and homes. Through sweat equity, education, and partnership, households gain stability through affordable homeownership.

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create lasting impact

Your gift helps families build safe, stable, and affordable homes in our community. Questions about other ways to give? Email us here or call us at (860) 442-7890 x204

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donate your car

When you donate your car, truck, boat, RV, or other vehicle to Habitat for Humanity, you give those memories new meaning. Your gift helps build safe, affordable homes for families and protects the environment by recycling your vehicle responsibly. Learn how to donate your car or vehicle here:

Donate your car

volunteer with us

Build on site, help in ReStore, or support events—no experience needed! Questions about volunteering or getting community service hours? Email us here or call us at (860) 442-7890 x215

Volunteer Portal

homeownership

Learn how Habitat homeownership works—eligibility guidelines, sweat equity, education, and next steps to apply. Questions about first steps or about our Readiness Workshops? Email us here or call us at (860) 442-7890 x201

our homeownership program eligibility

Since 1987, we’ve partnered with more than 110 families to build better lives through safe, affordable homeownership. If you're ready to take the first step, review the qualifications below. We’re here to support you with resources and expertise.

1	in need of better housing Potential homebuyers must demonstrate a need for safe, stable housing. This may include living in overcrowded conditions, an unsafe or unhealthy home, housing that is not accessible for a disability, or spending more than 30% of your income on housing expenses.

2	willing to partner with Habitat Each homeowner puts in "sweat equity" hours, which means they help build Habitat homes, take home preparedness classes, and volunteer in other ways. This partnership is the cornerstone of our program.

able to pay an affordable mortgage
Each Habitat home is sold to the homeowner with a no-profit, affordable mortgage. To qualify, families must demonstrate the financial ability to make monthly mortgage payments and cover other household expenses. Income requirements are based on HUD’s annual guidelines and help determine if an applicant can sustainably manage the costs of homeownership. Habitat homeowners earn between 50%-80% of the area median income.

live in our service area
In addition, applicants must currently live within Habitat for Humanity of Eastern Connecticut’s service area. This ensures we’re serving the communities we know best — building strength, stability, and self-reliance right here at home. Not sure if you're in our area? Check out the map to the left.

homeowner readiness workshops

Ready to own a home—or simply curious about what it takes? Our Homeowner Readiness Workshop is a FREE, interactive class series designed for anyone who wants to:

Understand the homebuying process: Learn about credit, budgeting, and the steps from application to move-in day.
Build financial confidence: Get practical tips on saving for a down payment, managing debt, and improving your credit score.
Explore our Homeownership Program: Discover income requirements, partner family responsibilities, and how to apply.
Connect with experts: Meet mortgage counselors, real estate professionals, and current Habitat homeowners who’ll share their stories and answer your questions.

Our next Homeowner Readiness Workshops will be starting up soon! Check back here for official dates and more information.

restore donations & locations

Our ReStores accept gently used furniture and appliances to be sold to the community at discount prices. Questions about shopping or items you'd like to donate? Click here to see our list of accepted items or call the closest location listed to you.

Waterford ReStore
Open Tuesday-Saturday 10am-5pm
(Donation Drop-Off is 10am-4pm)
82 Boston Post Road
Waterford, CT 06385
(860) 437-3422

Plainfield ReStore
Open Tuesday-Saturday 10am-5pm
(Donation Drop-Off is 10am-4pm)
89 Mill Brook Rd.
Plainfield, CT 06374
(860) 564-7507