Community Engagement and Investment Portfolio
The Community Engagement and Investment Portfolio includes one-time, time-sensitive and specific invitations for support. Read on to learn about the amazing local projects and work that are underway. If you would like to provide general volunteering or operating support, please contact the housing organization directly (list of local housing initiatives here).
FUNDS: Become a “house sponsor” and cover material costs for affordable home.
Habitat for Humanity of East Jefferson County uses a sweat equity homeownership model to build and sell affordable homes to individuals and families. They are currently building 4-5 homes per year in Port Hadlock and Port Townsend and looking to
EXPERTISE: Contractors and crew to perform skilled tasks on self-build homes.
Habitat for Humanity of East Jefferson County uses a sweat equity homeownership model to build and sell affordable homes to individuals and families. They are currently building 4-5 homes per year in Port Hadlock and Port Townsend and looking to
LAND: Buildable land with single family zoning.
Habitat for Humanity of East Jefferson County uses a sweat equity homeownership model to build and sell affordable homes to individuals and families. They are currently building 4-5 homes per year in Port Hadlock and Port Townsend and looking to
LAND: 6-10 lots in close proximity for self-build village.
The Peninsula Housing Authority has an affordable homeownership program that serves those making up to 80% of area median income. It is called the Mutual Self-Help Build Program through a partnership with USDA Rural Development. The program supports groups of
EXPERTISE: Seeking Board Treasurer with knowledge of budgets and Quickbooks.
Homeward Bound Community Land Trust purchases homes and/or land to sell or rent at a rate that is permanently affordable for people who make 30-80% of Area Median Income. Their current project is to renovate a four-plex while adding four
EXPERTISE: Skilled grant writer to mentor Board members.
Homeward Bound Community Land Trust purchases homes and/or land to sell or rent at a rate that is permanently affordable for people who make 30-80% of Area Median Income. Their current project is to renovate a four-plex while adding four
