Lake-Geauga Habitat for Humanity

What Lake-Geauga Habitat for Humanity does

Lake-Geauga Habitat for Humanity is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit housing ministry founded in 1987 (incorporated 1992) and headquartered in Eastlake, Ohio, serving Lake and Geauga Counties. The organization's core mission is eliminating poverty housing by providing affordable homeownership to low-income working families through a sweat-equity model paired with zero-interest mortgages, and delivering critical home repairs to seniors and veterans at no cost. Since inception the affiliate has built roughly 99 homes serving approximately 100 families, with Home #100 underway under a dedicated campaign.

Name

Lake-Geauga Habitat for Humanity

Legal name

Lake-Geauga Habitat for Humanity

Website

https://lake-geaugahabitat.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1987

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Lake-Geauga Habitat for Humanity is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that builds affordable homes and delivers critical repairs for low-income families, seniors, and veterans across Lake and Geauga Counties, Ohio, funded through donations and two ReStore retail locations.

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Headquarters

HQ city

Chardon

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Others

Revenue model

1. ReStore Sales: The Habitat ReStore sells donated new and gently used home improvement items, furniture, appliances, and building materials at 50-75% off retail prices. All proceeds fund affordable homeownership programs and home repairs.
2. Monetary Donations: Direct financial contributions from individuals, businesses, and organizations supporting the homebuilding mission.
3. Vehicle Donations (Cars for Homes): Accepts car, truck, RV, van, SUV, boat, and motorcycle donations. Proceeds from vehicle sales support the mission.
4. Real Estate Donations: Accepts donated land and homes for the homebuilding program, providing donors with tax benefits.
5. Legacy/Planned Giving: Planned gifts from estates allow donors to leave a lasting legacy after their lifetime.
6. Business Sponsorships: Corporate sponsorships for the 100 Homes Campaign ranging from $500 to $25,000, with various recognition benefits.
7. Government Grants: Funding from Ohio's Welcome Home Ohio program to support home purchase and rehabilitation.
8. Upcycled Furniture Sales: Volunteer-built outdoor furniture (Adirondack chairs, planters) sold to support the mission.
9. Playhouse Project Sponsorships: Corporate team-building sponsorship of playhouse builds, with proceeds supporting affordable housing.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels13 records

Core offering

Lake-Geauga Habitat for Humanity is a nonprofit that builds affordable homes with partner families in Lake and Geauga Counties, Ohio, providing zero-interest mortgages in exchange for sweat equity and homeowner education. The organization also operates two Habitat ReStore nonprofit home improvement stores that resell donated furniture, appliances, and building materials at 50-75% off retail, with all proceeds funding affordable housing and critical home repair programs for seniors and veterans.

Product overview

Lake-Geauga Habitat for Humanity is a nonprofit organization offering a portfolio of affordable housing programs and retail operations. The core offerings include the Habitat ReStore (a nonprofit home improvement store), the Homeownership Program (providing affordable mortgages), and Home Repair Programs (critical repairs for seniors and veterans). Additional programs include the Playhouse Project (team-building builds), Habitat Young Professionals (HYP), Faith Build partnerships, and the 100 Homes and Beyond Campaign. The organization also accepts various donations including vehicles (Cars for Homes), real estate, and goods through the ReStore. These programs work together to build strength, stability, and self-reliance through affordable homeownership in Lake and Geauga Counties, Ohio.

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Brands

• ReStore: Nonprofit home improvement store and donation center that sells new and gently used furniture, appliances, building materials, and home goods at discounted prices. Proceeds support Habitat's affordable housing programs.
• 100 Homes and Beyond Campaign
• Habitat Young Professionals (HYP)
• Playhouse Project

Products and services

• Habitat ReStore A nonprofit home improvement store and donation center operating in Eastlake and Newbury, Ohio, that sells new and gently used furniture, appliances, building materials, tools, and home goods at 50-75% off retail prices. Proceeds fund affordable homeownership and home repair programs; free pickup is offered for large donations.
• Habitat Homeownership Program Provides qualified families in Lake and Geauga Counties with affordable, zero-interest mortgages to build or purchase Habitat homes. Partner families complete sweat equity hours and participate in homeowner education designed to support long-term success.
• Habitat Home Repair Programs Provides critical home repairs (including roof replacements) for local seniors and veterans, including the Aging in Place Program, helping vulnerable residents remain safe and stable in their homes. Repairs are often provided free of charge to qualifying households.
• Cars for Homes Vehicle Donation Program Accepts donated cars, trucks, RVs, vans, SUVs, boats, and motorcycles with free towing. Proceeds from vehicle sales support the Habitat affordable housing mission.
• Playhouse Project A team-building program where local businesses and organizations sponsor and build custom playhouses for local families. Sponsorships include all materials, tools, instructions, and personalization based on the child's interests.
• Habitat Young Professionals (HYP) A young professionals membership group (ages 21-40) supporting Habitat's mission through networking, leadership, and service opportunities. Holds monthly meetings on the third Wednesday of each month.
• Real Estate and Land Donation Program Accepts donations of land and homes to support the Habitat homebuilding program, with potential tax benefits for donors.
• Habitat Faith Build Partners with local faith communities to build homes through collaborative volunteer efforts and faith-based fundraising.

Quantifiable outcome

• 99 homes built serving 100 families since 1987
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

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Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major, supporting and minor.

• Owens CorningcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 December 2023Rooftop partner providing materials for veteran roof replacement project in Madison Township. Contributed to free roof installation for 6-year Army veteran.
• Absolute Roofing and ConstructioncoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 December 2023Roofing contractor partner providing free roof installation for Madison Township veteran. Part of veteran home repair initiative.
• Avery DennisonmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerLegacy sponsor of 100 Homes Campaign. Featured sponsor of Home #99 construction. Major corporate supporter with team building and recognition benefits.
• Dollar BanksupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate sponsor of Habitat's initiatives with logo displayed on sponsor materials and events.
• K. Hovnanian HomessupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerPartner hosting HYP Happy Hour & House Party networking event at model home location. Model home address: 5058 Shepherds Glen, Willoughby, OH 44094.
• 4 Seasons ConstructionsupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal construction company with logo displayed as business sponsor on Habitat materials.
• Blue CollarsupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal business sponsor with logo displayed on Habitat materials.
• NEO Electrical Supply and Lighting CentersupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal electrical supply business sponsor supporting Habitat's mission.
• Lake Country Planning Community DevelopmentsupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity development partner supporting affordable housing initiatives in the region.
• State FarmsupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerInsurance company with logo displayed as business sponsor on Habitat materials.
• Base BoutiqueminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal business sponsor displayed on Habitat materials.
• AFS (Advanced Footwear Services)supportingGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate sponsor of the 100 Homes Campaign with logo displayed on sponsor materials.
• iDesignminorGTM or Marketing PartnerDesign-related business sponsor with logo displayed on Habitat materials.
• Puro-cleanminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCleaning services business sponsor displayed on Habitat materials.
• Habitat for Humanity InternationalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGlobal nonprofit affiliation providing program framework, brand support, and international network of Habitat affiliates in more than 70 countries.

Scale indicators13 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Habitat for Humanity International: Habitat for Humanity International is the global parent organization operating in 70+ countries and providing brand, program framework, and standards to all U.S. affiliates including Lake-Geauga. It sets strategy and resources that materially shape this affiliate's operations.
• Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC): LISC is a national community development financial institution that channels capital into affordable housing and neighborhood revitalization — overlapping with Lake-Geauga Habitat's affordable housing mission and government-grant funding channels.
• Rebuilding Together: Rebuilding Together is a national nonprofit that provides critical home repairs and modifications for low-income homeowners, particularly seniors and veterans — directly overlapping with Lake-Geauga's Home Repair Program and Aging in Place offering.

Direct peers

• Habitat for Humanity of Summit County: Habitat for Humanity of Summit County is an Ohio-based Habitat affiliate providing affordable housing, critical home repairs, and a ReStore in the Akron region — offering nearly identical program mix and serving a comparable small-to-mid Northeast Ohio county footprint.
• Habitat for Humanity of Findlay/Hancock County: Habitat for Humanity of Findlay/Hancock County is a small Ohio-based Habitat affiliate offering homeownership builds, home repair, and ReStore operations in a single rural county — closely analogous in size, program mix, and resource constraints.
• Habitat for Humanity of Greater Dayton: Habitat for Humanity of Greater Dayton is an Ohio affiliate running affordable homebuilding, ReStore retail, and home repair programs — directly comparable in operating model, revenue streams, and regional scope.
• Greater Cleveland Habitat for Humanity: Greater Cleveland Habitat for Humanity is a Habitat for Humanity affiliate serving Cuyahoga County, Ohio — directly comparable as a regional affiliate delivering the same homeownership, home repair, and ReStore programs with similar donor and volunteer models.
• Mahoning Valley Habitat for Humanity: Mahoning Valley Habitat for Humanity is another Ohio-based Habitat affiliate delivering homeownership, repair, and ReStore programs in the Youngstown region — directly comparable in mission, program structure, and county-level geographic scope.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• Instagraminstagram.com/lakegeaugahabitat

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Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

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