What does Habitat for Humanity Tampa Bay Gulfside do?

Habitat for Humanity Tampa Bay Gulfside is a nonprofit organization dedicated to building and selling affordable homes to low- and moderate-income families in Pinellas, West Pasco, and Hernando Counties in Florida. Established in 1985, the organization has positively impacted over 1,000 families, with a record of 88 homes built in the 2024-25 fiscal year. It aims to create a world where everyone has a decent place to live, promoting stability and intergenerational wealth through affordable homeownership. The organization operates a Homeownership Program that includes education classes and sweat equity requirements for selected families. Homes are built by volunteers and sold with zero-percent interest mortgages to those who earn 30-80% of the area median income. Additionally, Habitat for Humanity Tampa Bay Gulfside runs a Habitat ReStore, which sells new and gently used home improvement items, with proceeds supporting home builds. The organization encourages community involvement through volunteer opportunities and donations.