Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity

What Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity does

Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit affordable housing organization operating as a local affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International in Central Oregon. Founded in 1989 in Bend, Oregon by Les Alford and community members, the organization merged with Redmond Habitat for Humanity in 2019 to form the current combined entity. Its core product is the Habitat Homeownership Program, which partners with families earning 40-80% of Area Median Income (and selectively 80-120% AMI through the Wilson Ave project with Hiatus Homes) to purchase homes via below-market mortgages, with qualification based on need, ability to pay, and willingness to partner through sweat equity. Since founding, the organization has served over 250 families, revitalized 145 homes, and supported more than 1,100 children and adults through new builds and repairs.

The organization builds energy-efficient homes using sustainable construction techniques including net-zero standards, Phius (passive house) certification, structurally insulated panels (SIPs), rooftop solar, and Aerobarrier air sealing. Active and pipeline developments include Stone Creek Commons in southeast Bend, the net-zero Bear Creek Village (first Bend project using modular SIP construction, launched 2025-07), Ward Commons (18 homes in Redmond, applications opened 2025-02), the Wilson Ave Net Zero Home, and the 60-unit Westcliff project in Redmond announced in February 2026 with a $25M total cost and a $1M federal grant as first funding. Cumulative economic impact from building activity exceeds $86.9 million, and Habitat homeowners have paid over $5 million in local property taxes.

Revenue is generated through a diversified model combining mortgage payments from 253 current homeowners, individual and corporate donations, faith community gifts, private and governmental grants (HOME Funds, LIFT, City of Bend Middle Income Pilot), special events, and proceeds from the Bend ReStore retail operation that sells donated home furnishings and diverts over 2 million pounds of waste from landfills annually. Additional programs include Cars for Homes (vehicle donation, three-time Forbes Advisor Best Vehicle Donation Program winner), Women Build Week (annual construction event, 2026 presenting sponsor U.S. Bank), Hope Builders Club (monthly giving), volunteer programs contributing 15,000 annual hours, and the Central Oregon Tool Library launched at the ReStore in September 2025. The organization is governed by a Board of Directors and led by CEO Carly Colgan.

Name

Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity

Legal name

Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity

Website

https://bendredmondhabitat.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1989

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International that builds and sells affordable, energy-efficient homes to families earning 40-120% of Area Median Income in Central Oregon.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Affordable Housing Services

NAICS

New Housing For-Sale Builders (236117), Residential Remodelers (236118), Residential Building Construction (23611)

SIC

General Bldg Contractors - Residential Bldgs (1520), Land Subdividers & Developers (No Cemeteries) (6552), Retail-Lumber & Other Building Materials Dealers (5211)

akta.pro primary industry

Affordable Housing & Community Development (Housing, Community Land Trusts) (BPAGALAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Residential Affordable Housing Development & Construction (IMAFABAI), Residential Land Development & Subdivision Homebuilding (Build-to-Sell Communities) (IMAFABAL), Refurbished/Upcycled Home Furnishings Retail (CRAIANAN)

Keywords

• Affordable home construction
• Nonprofit homebuilding services
• Habitat for humanity affiliate
• Sustainable residential construction
• Community housing development

Headquarters

HQ city

Bend

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Mortgage Payments: Homeowners purchase homes with mortgages tailored to their budget. These mortgage payments from Habitat for Humanity homeowners provide ongoing revenue.
2. Individual Donations: Direct contributions from individual donors supporting the mission to build affordable homes in Central Oregon.
3. Corporate Contributions: Corporate sponsorships and contributions from businesses supporting affordable housing initiatives.
4. Faith Community Gifts: Support and donations from faith-based organizations and communities.
5. Private and Governmental Grants: Grant funding from private foundations and government agencies including LIFT (Local Innovation and Fast Track) funds, HOME Funds, and federal funding programs.
6. Special Events: Revenue from fundraising events including Women Build Week and other community events.
7. ReStore Proceeds: Revenue from the Bend ReStore, which sells donated home furnishings, appliances, and building materials. Helps divert over 2 million pounds of waste from landfills annually.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity builds affordable single-family homes and townhomes in Central Oregon and sells them at below-market prices to qualifying low-to-moderate income families (40–80% AMI, with select middle-income projects at 80–120% AMI) through affordable, budget-tailored mortgages. Volunteers, donations, and grants bridge the gap between construction cost and affordable sale price (e.g., a $450,000 build sold for $200,000). The organization also operates the Bend ReStore, a retail home improvement store that sells donated goods to fund operations and divert waste from landfills.

Product overview

Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity is a nonprofit affordable housing organization offering a unified homeownership program combined with related housing development, retail, and community engagement products. The core product is the Habitat Homeownership Program, which provides affordable mortgages, homebuyer education, and partnership opportunities to qualifying families. This integrates with Affordable Home Construction (new developments in Bend and Redmond) and the Homeowner Resource Hub (post-purchase support). Supporting programs include ReStore (retail home goods store funding operations), Cars for Homes (vehicle donation program), Volunteer Programs (construction, retail, financial coaching), Hope Builders Club (monthly giving), Women Build Week (annual construction event), and the Deni Sullivan Sustainability Fund (green building initiatives). The Let's Open the Door campaign is the current capital fundraising initiative. Current housing developments include Stone Creek Commons (accepting applications), Bear Creek Village (under construction, net-zero/Phius certified), and Ward Commons (under construction, LIFT funded).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• ReStore: Discount home improvement store selling donated building materials, furniture, and home goods to support affordable homeownership in Central Oregon.

Products and services

• Habitat Homeownership Program Partnership-based affordable homeownership program for low-to-moderate income families (40-80% AMI) that pairs qualifying future homeowners with affordable, budget-tailored mortgages, homebuyer education, mortgage readiness workshops, and sweat-equity participation to purchase safe, energy-efficient homes.
• Affordable Home Construction Development and construction of affordable single-family homes and townhomes in Bend and Redmond, Oregon, using Net Zero energy design, Phius passive-house certification, structurally insulated panels, rooftop solar, energy recovery ventilation, and Aerobarrier air sealing; homes are sold at below-market prices to qualified buyers.
• Bend ReStore Discount home improvement retail store selling donated furniture, appliances, and building materials, with proceeds funding Habitat operations and diverting over 2 million pounds of materials from landfills annually.
• Cars for Homes Donation program accepting cars, trucks, boats, RVs, and other vehicles with free towing, with proceeds supporting local affordable housing construction in Central Oregon.
• Hope Builders Club Monthly recurring giving program providing sustained funding for the Habitat mission; members receive exclusive updates, invitations to home dedications, and home tours.
• Women Build Week Annual week-long event empowering women and allies to participate in hands-on home construction, raise funds, and address homeownership challenges faced by women in Central Oregon.
• Volunteer Programs Sign-up pathways for individuals and groups to support Habitat through construction site volunteering, ReStore retail support, financial coaching for future homebuyers, and administrative assistance; approximately 15,000 volunteer hours contributed annually.
• Homeowner Resource Hub Post-purchase support service for Habitat homeowners providing warranty information, maintenance resources, selling guidelines, and home modification approval processes.
• Stone Creek Commons (Housing Development) Affordable housing development in southeast Bend with homes available for qualifying Habitat partner families, including new construction and resale opportunities from existing Habitat homeowners.
• Bear Creek Village (Housing Development) Net Zero affordable housing development in midtown Bend featuring Phius-certified homes built with structurally insulated panels and rooftop solar; the first Habitat project in Bend to use modular/prefabricated construction.
• Ward Commons (Housing Development) 18-home affordable housing development in Redmond offering energy-efficient 2- and 3-bedroom single-family homes, LIFT HO funded and currently paused pending funding.
• Wilson Avenue Net Zero Home First home in Bend combining Net Zero energy efficiency, Universal Design, and middle-income affordability (80–120% AMI), built in partnership with Hiatus Homes; 2 bed/2 bath, 1,346 sq ft with attached garage.

Quantifiable outcome

• Homes consume 33% less energy than typical Oregon households
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

22 partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, project, supporting, community and core.

• U.S. BankflagshipGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Presenting sponsor for Women Build Week 2026, supporting the initiative that empowers women in construction and addresses homeownership barriers.
• Western Home JournalprojectGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Project sponsor for Women Build Week 2026.
• First Interstate BankprojectGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Project sponsor for Women Build Week 2026.
• CrossCountry MortgagesupportingGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Supporting partner for Women Build Week 2026.
• Pahlisch CommercialsupportingGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Supporting partner for Women Build Week 2026.
• OnPoint Community Credit UnionsupportingGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Supporting partner for Women Build Week 2026.
• Brooks ResourcessupportingGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Supporting partner for Women Build Week 2026.
• Hayden HomessupportingGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Supporting partner for Women Build Week 2026.
• Summit BanksupportingGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Supporting partner for Women Build Week 2026.
• Bright WoodcommunityGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Community champion sponsor for Women Build Week 2026.
• Miller LumbercommunityGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Community champion sponsor for Women Build Week 2026.
• STEELE Associates ArchitectscommunityTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2026Community champion sponsor providing architectural services for Women Build Week 2026.
• SkanskacommunityGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Community champion sponsor for Women Build Week 2026.
• Ashley VancecommunityGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Community champion sponsor for Women Build Week 2026.
• Events by Desmond RigocommunityGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Community champion sponsor for Women Build Week 2026.
• Central Oregon Tool LibrarysupportingStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Located at Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity ReStore, provides tool lending services to community members. Founded in partnership with the Environmental Center and Blankfort Family Fund.
• Hiatus HomescoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Partnership to build the first home in Bend blending Net Zero energy efficiency, Universal Design, and middle-income affordability at 1475 SE Wilson Avenue.
• Earth AdvantagecoreTechnology or IntegrationProvides certification and third-party inspections for sustainable building standards. Helps ensure homes meet energy efficiency requirements.
• Northwest Energy Efficiency AlliancesupportingTechnology or IntegrationProvided triple-pane windows for the 27th St. Townhomes project at no additional cost.
• Sunlight SolarcoreTechnology or IntegrationSolar installation partner that applies for incentives and often reduces costs to fit Habitat's budget for net-zero home construction.
• Northwest AerobarriersupportingTechnology or IntegrationProvides advanced air sealing services for NW Cottages project, improving energy efficiency and reducing utility costs for homeowners.
• Wooster Design InspirationssupportingTechnology or IntegrationProvides energy-efficient home design services for Habitat construction projects.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Habitat for Humanity Portland/Metro East: Another Habitat for Humanity affiliate in Oregon offering the same affordable homeownership model (sweat equity, affordable mortgages, volunteer construction, ReStore retail). Most direct comparable given shared geography, regulatory environment, and parent organization.
• Habitat for Humanity Seattle-King County: Pacific Northwest Habitat affiliate running the same affordable home construction, homeownership program, and ReStore model in a similarly high-cost Pacific Northwest housing market. Comparable in mission, structure, and product mix.
• Habitat for Humanity of Utah: Another mid-sized Habitat affiliate running new construction, affordable mortgages, and a ReStore retail operation in a high-growth Western housing market, providing a useful benchmark for affiliate operating model and ReStore revenue scaling.

Others

• Deschutes County Habitat ReStore: The ReStore retail arm of Bend-Redmond Habitat itself; listed as a sub-brand but operationally functions as a peer-channel comparable to other nonprofit thrift/building-material retailers like Goodwill or Habitat ReStores in other markets.
• Goodwill Industries International: Operates thrift/retail stores that accept donated home goods and building materials, partially overlapping with the Bend ReStore's donated-goods retail model and donor base. Comparable as a nonprofit retail channel and fundraising competitor.

Broad incumbents

• Rebuilding Together: National nonprofit focused on rehabilitating and repairing homes for low-income homeowners, including critical home repairs, accessibility modifications, and weatherization. Comparable in the home repair/preservation segment and on volunteer-driven construction, though not a homeownership provider.
• Enterprise Community Partners: Major national nonprofit developer and funder of affordable and workforce housing, including LIFT-style programs. Operates at a much larger scale than a single Habitat affiliate but competes for the same federal, state, and philanthropic capital earmarked for affordable housing in Oregon.
• Habitat for Humanity International: Parent organization of Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity, governing brand, donor programs (Cars for Homes), and operational standards across more than 1,000 U.S. affiliates. Relevant as the umbrella brand that channels federal grants, donor recognition, and training to the local affiliate.

Emerging players

• NeighborWorks of Grays Harbor: Regional NeighborWorks network affiliate providing affordable homeownership counseling, homebuyer education, and some housing development. Comparable in mission (affordable homeownership pathways, homebuyer education) at a smaller, more localized scale.

Regional players

• Central Oregon LandWatch: Central Oregon nonprofit focused on land use and housing affordability advocacy. Not a builder, but a regional peer in the affordable-housing ecosystem influencing the same policy, zoning, and funding environment in which Habitat operates.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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