Habitat Helpers Program : Affordable Housing : Skagit Habitat for Humanity

We are excited to relaunch the Habitat Helpers Program in 2024! We are now accepting applications!

The Habitat Helpers Program is an expansion of Skagit Habitat for Humanity’s mission of providing safe and affordable housing. While building homes remains the foundation of what we do, it has become increasingly apparent that there is a need for critical home repairs in Skagit County.

The Habitat Helpers Program focuses on primarily repair and/or rehab projects that will improve the quality of life for the homeowner and provide a safe, healthy place to live. Our scope of work will include critical repair projects, such as improving accessibility ramps and replacing steps/handrails for safety. The result is a more holistic approach that revitalizes the appearance of the neighborhood, encourages connections within the community, and promotes housing sustainability.

Requirements:

Applicants must currently own and occupy the home for at least one year.
Applicants must live in Skagit County, Washington.
Applicants must earn between 30% and 60% of the county's gross median income. Please see the chart below to determine whether you meet this requirement.
Applicants must be unable to afford the necessary home repairs or complete them due to age, disability, or circumstance.
Applicants must be willing to partner with Skagit Habitat by participating in the project as they are able to.

Cost:

Qualified homeowners are eligible for a no-interest loan from Skagit Habitat for Humanity for 10% of the total cost of the project, which may not exceed $5,000.

2023 Income Guidelines

Family Size	Minimum	Maximum
1	$19,150	$40,404
2	$21,900	$46,176
3	$25,974	$51,948
4	$28,860	$57,720
5	$31,169	$62,338
6	$33,478	$66,955
7	$35,786	$71,573
8	$38,095	$76,190

Numbers represent 30%-60% of the county's median gross income according to the US Department of Housing & Urban Development.

Habitat Helpers Program Application

Applicant Information

Applicant's Name

Prefix

First Name *

Last Name *

Suffix

Co-Applicant's Name (if applicable)

Prefix

First Name

Last Name

Suffix

Home Address

Country

Address Line 1 *

Address Line 2

City *

State/Province *

Postal Code *

Applicant's Phone Number

Co-Applicant's Phone Number (if applicable)

Email Address

Co-Applicant's Email Address (if applicable)

Household Information

Do you live in Skagit County?

Yes, I live in Skagit County.
No, I do NOT live in Skagit County.

*We only consider applicants who currently live in Skagit County, Washington.

Do you own the home?

Yes, I own the home.
No, I do NOT own the home.

*We only consider applicants who are current homeowners.

If you own the home, how many consecutive years have you lived there?

*We only consider applicants who have lived in their home for at least one full year.

How many individuals total are living in the home?

Is anyone living in the home disabled? If so, please explain briefly.

Please provide the total annual gross household income (before taxes) of all persons living in the home.

*Please note that Skagit Habitat for Humanity's programs serve individuals and families falling within 30%-60% of Skagit County's Area Median Income (AMI.)

Home Repairs Needed

What repairs are needed on the home?

*Skagit Habitat for Humanity's Habitat Helpers Program will focus on creating or improving entryways, including accessibility ramps, stairs, and/or handrails.

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Please upload photos of the area needing repairs.

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What circumstances prevent you from completing the necessary repairs?

*This may include budgetary restraints, age, disability, etc.

I have provided the most accurate information that best represents my personal and household circumstances,

Skagit Habitat for Humanity will review all complete applications. If selected, additional documentation will be requested to complete the application process and move forward with the home repairs.