Habitat for Humanity of Frederick County

What Habitat for Humanity of Frederick County does

Habitat for Humanity of Frederick County, Maryland is a 501(c)-affiliated nonprofit housing organization founded in 1993 and headquartered at 917 N. East Street in Frederick, Maryland, operating as a local affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International. The organization delivers three core programs: a Home Build Program that constructs and sells affordable homes to first-time homebuyers earning 50-80% of Area Median Income, requiring sweat equity contributions, homeowner education classes, and qualifying credit (FICO 580+); a Home Repair Program providing critical safety, accessibility, and roof repairs to low- to moderate-income homeowners and seniors; and the ReStore, a home improvement donation center that sells donated building materials, furniture, tools, housewares, and clothing at discounted prices to fund mission activities. Its flagship current initiative, the West All Saints Street Residential Condominium Project, delivers 12 permanently affordable land trust condominium units in downtown Frederick, with the first homeowner moving in February 2025 and a Phase II adding 6 units along Ice Street projected for completion into 2027.

The business model is a hybrid nonprofit structure combining unrestricted charitable revenue with earned income. ReStore retail sales generate recurring earned revenue subject to donation supply and foot traffic; home sales to qualified buyers at $265,000-$275,000 per unit produce one-time program revenue tied to completion milestones; and donations, fundraising events (Blue Crabs and Blueprints, Giving Tuesday, Community Block Party), the Carter Club giving society, and the Cars for Homes vehicle donation program produce philanthropic revenue. Distribution occurs through the single ReStore storefront (Tuesday-Saturday 10AM-5PM), direct homeownership program applications, an online donation platform, and group/corporate volunteer channels accommodating 10-15 volunteers per build. The organization employs approximately 20 staff across executive, finance, development, construction, family services, and ReStore functions, with an active Board of Directors providing governance.

The technology footprint is intentionally minimal: no proprietary software, no API/SDK integrations, no AI/ML systems, and no mobile applications are disclosed. Marketing and community engagement rely on a content website, Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, email newsletters, podcast appearances, and earned media coverage in regional outlets such as Frederick Magazine. Strategic partners include the Affordable Housing Council of Frederick County (co-developer of the Voices of Affordable Housing video series), Asbury United Methodist Church (community event host), GuideStar/Candid (transparency partner), and corporate supporters such as Rowan Digital Infrastructure (Carter Club founding member). The organization maintains a GuideStar Platinum Seal of Transparency and operates exclusively within Frederick County, Maryland.

Name

Habitat for Humanity of Frederick County

Legal name

Habitat for Humanity of Frederick County, Maryland

Website

https://frederickhabitat.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1993

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Habitat for Humanity of Frederick County is a 1993-founded nonprofit housing affiliate operating in Frederick, Maryland, delivering affordable home building, critical home repairs, and a ReStore retail operation to serve low- to moderate-income families, first-time homebuyers, and seniors in Frederick County.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Affordable Housing Services

SIC

General Bldg Contractors - Residential Bldgs (1520), Services-To Dwellings & Other Buildings (7340)

akta.pro primary industry

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

akta.pro secondary industry

Affordable Housing Property Management (BPAJAGAJ)

Keywords

• Affordable housing construction
• Home repair services
• Homeownership support
• Donated goods retail
• Community housing development

Headquarters

HQ city

Frederick

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. ReStore Retail Sales: The ReStore sells donated building materials, furniture, tools, housewares, fine clothing and accessories to the public at discounted prices. Proceeds are reinvested into Habitat programs to build safe and affordable housing. This is a recurring retail revenue stream that depends on donation supply and customer traffic.
2. Home Sales to Qualified Homebuyers: Affordable homes are sold to qualified first-time homebuyers at below-market prices. Homes are priced between $265,000-$275,000 for current available units. This provides revenue while fulfilling the mission of affordable homeownership.
3. Donations and Fundraising: Monetary donations from individuals, businesses, and community organizations. The organization runs events like Blue Crabs and Blue Prints and participates in Giving Tuesday. Special programs include the Carter Club giving society honoring President Jimmy Carter.
4. Vehicle Donations (Cars for Homes): Vehicle donation program where supporters can donate cars to support affordable homeownership in Frederick County.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Habitat for Humanity of Frederick County is a nonprofit that builds, renovates, and sells affordable homes to qualified first-time homebuyers in Frederick County, Maryland, and delivers critical home repairs to low- to moderate-income and senior homeowners. Its programs are funded through individual and corporate donations, fundraising events, and proceeds from the ReStore, a retail operation that sells donated building materials, furniture, tools, and housewares at discounted prices.

Product overview

Habitat for Humanity of Frederick County operates a unified set of housing programs rather than a software platform. The core offerings consist of the Home Build Program (constructing affordable homes for first-time homebuyers with sweat equity and education requirements), the Home Repair Program (critical repairs for existing homeowners), and the West All Saints Street Project (a 12-unit land trust condominium development). Supporting these programs are the ReStore retail operation (selling donated building materials to fund programs), the Carter Club giving society (donor recognition), and the Voices of Affordable Housing video series (community education). The organization does not offer a software product, digital platform, or technology services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• ReStore: A home improvement center that accepts quality donations of gently used building materials, furniture, tools, housewares, and clothing, selling them at a fraction of retail cost to support Habitat programs.

Products and services

• Homeownership Support (Home Build Program) Builds and renovates homes and sells them at affordable mortgages to qualified first-time homebuyers in Frederick County, requiring sweat equity contributions and completion of homeowner education classes.
• Habitat Home Repair Program Helps Frederick County homeowners complete critical repairs that improve safety, accessibility, and long-term stability, including roof repair, safety modifications, and accessibility improvements for low- to moderate-income residents and older adults.
• West All Saints Street Condominium Project A 12-unit affordable condominium project on West All Saints Street in downtown Frederick, MD, developed in phases on land trust property. Units are priced between $265,000 and $275,000 for households earning 50%-80% of Area Median Income. Three remaining units currently available: one ADA-compliant 2-bedroom/1-bath unit and two 2-bedroom/1-bath units.
• ReStore Home Improvement Retail A home improvement donation center at 917 N. East Street, Frederick, that accepts quality donations of building materials, furniture, tools, housewares, and clothing, and sells them to the public at discounted prices to raise funds for Habitat programs. Offers free pickup for large donations within Frederick County.
• Cars for Homes Vehicle Donation Program Vehicle donation program where supporters can donate cars to support affordable homeownership in Frederick County.
• Disaster Response Program

Quantifiable outcome

• West All Saints Street project will provide 12 units of affordable housing with first homeowner moved in 2025
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Asbury United Methodist ChurchminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 July 2025Host of Annual Community Block Party in partnership with Habitat for Humanity. Event takes place in front of newly completed West All Saints Street Condos to celebrate the community and promote affordable homeownership.
• Affordable Housing Council of Frederick CountycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 May 2025Habitat for Humanity Frederick featured in the 'Voices of Affordable Housing' video series launched by the Affordable Housing Council. Series includes four videos covering homelessness, rental assistance, affordable housing, and senior housing topics.
• The Credible Brand (Lindsey Wigfield)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerPodcast collaboration for 30th anniversary celebration. Executive Director Eric Anderson and Director of Development and Marketing discussed organization's history, current projects, and plans for the next 30 years.
• GuideStar (Candid)minorOthersHabitat for Humanity of Frederick County maintains a GuideStar profile providing financial reports, mission statements, and program outcomes for donor transparency. The organization has earned the Platinum Seal of Transparency.
• Affordable Housing Council Video Series PartnersminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerOrganizations contributing to 'Voices of Affordable Housing' video series: Advocates for Homeless Families, Frederick Rescue Mission, Heartly House, SHIP, Beyond Shelter Frederick, Interfaith Housing Alliance, Frederick County Division of Aging and Independence, SOAR of Frederick, and Frederick County Office of Communications and Public Engagement.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Enterprise Community Partners: National nonprofit that develops and preserves affordable housing across the U.S. Operates at much larger scale but pursues the same mission of affordable housing through development, financing, and policy advocacy, also active in Maryland.
• LISC (Local Initiatives Support Corporation): Major national Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) that funds affordable housing and community development nonprofits. Provides capital and capacity grants to organizations like Habitat affiliates, making it both a funder and a programmatic peer.

Direct peers

• Interfaith Housing Alliance: Western Maryland nonprofit providing affordable housing and supportive housing services, including ownership and rental options. Co-listed in the Voices of Affordable Housing video series alongside Habitat Frederick, indicating programmatic overlap in affordable housing delivery.
• Frederick Rescue Mission: Frederick-based nonprofit addressing homelessness and housing instability through shelter, meals, and rehabilitation programs. Listed as a co-partner in the Voices of Affordable Housing video series, serving overlapping at-risk populations in Frederick County.
• Habitat for Humanity of Carroll County MD: Another Maryland-based Habitat for Humanity affiliate operating in an adjacent suburban county. Runs the same Homeownership, Home Repair, and ReStore programs with comparable donor and volunteer-driven operating model.
• Habitat for Humanity of Washington DC: Local Habitat for Humanity affiliate serving the District of Columbia under the same global affiliate model. Operates the same suite of home build, home repair, and ReStore programs with comparable donor/volunteer-driven nonprofit structure.
• Habitat for Humanity of Montgomery County MD: Neighboring Habitat for Humanity affiliate serving Montgomery County, Maryland. Operates the same housing program model (homeownership, home repair, ReStore) within a comparable Maryland suburban market, making it the most direct comparable to Frederick County.

Regional players

• Homes for America: Maryland-based nonprofit developer of affordable rental housing. Serves overlapping geographies and resident populations (low- to moderate-income) but focuses on rental rather than homeownership, making it a complementary peer in the affordable housing ecosystem.
• Habitat for Humanity of Maryland: State-level Habitat for Humanity support organization covering Maryland. Operates the same brand and methodology but at a state coordination level rather than direct housing development, providing resource and advocacy support to affiliates like Frederick County.
• Beacon of Hope: Frederick County-area faith-based nonprofit serving neighbors in need through various assistance programs including housing-related support. Operates in the same geography and competes for some of the same donor base.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCzVJXbQ9Z2V9q8xvCXvC8gQ
• Facebookfacebook.com/HabitatforHumanityFrederick
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/habitat-for-humanity-of-frederick-county
• Instagraminstagram.com/habitatfrederick

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles23 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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