The work of Habitat For Humanity of Franklin County is implemented with the assistance of volunteers. In partnership with the Board of Directors the committees of our affiliate help us carry out our mission. 

A brief description of each committee is listed below. To become active in Habitat’s work in any function complete the contact form below and we will be in touch. 

Habitat for Humanity Committees and Responsibilities

Resource Development

• Develop RD Strategic Plan
• Annual campaigns
• Fundraising events
• Implement donor recognition

Church Relations

• Cultivates relationships and handling of faith groups (critical home repairs, volunteers, financial support)
• Create events to inform community on how they can help

Volunteer Engagement

• Recruit volunteers from Churches, community social/service organizations
• Work with other committees to plan for volunteer needs
• Organize and manage volunteers for staff support, construction, fund raising, and other events
• Maintain volunteer records
• Implement volunteer recognition

Family Selection

• Solicit applications, homeownership seminars/events
• Set criteria for selection
• Screen applicants and communicate with applicants
• Visit applicants
• Recommend applicant to Board for home ownership

Family Support

• Mortgage processing
• Oversee Homeowner Education and monitor Sweat Equity requirements
• Plan groundbreaking/dedication ceremonies
• Prepare family for closing
• Communicate with family after closing

Finance

• Develop annual and 3 year budgets
• Oversee expenses against budget
• Annual financial review/audit
• Evaluate mortgage finance options
• Store financial management review

Construction

• Oversee house design and costing
• Apply for permits and inspections
• Negotiate/procure materials
• Supervise construction
• Develop Home Maintenance book for homeowners
• Solicit bids & select contractors

Site Selection/Property Acquisition

• Investigate and acquire property (lots, foreclosures, rehabs)
• Site maintenance
• Infrastructure design (power, water, sewer, communication, etc.)