Greater Indy Habitat for Humanity

What Greater Indy Habitat for Humanity does

Greater Indy Habitat for Humanity is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International, founded in 1987 and headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. It builds and sells affordable single-family homes to low-to-moderate-income families in Marion and Hamilton counties, financing purchases through a 0%-interest, internally administered mortgage program rather than conventional lending. The organization is a HUD-approved housing counseling agency and pairs new homeowners with support services including financial coaching and post-purchase counseling. Since founding it has served more than 1,700 families and is targeting 85 homeownership solutions in 2025, with the Devon Creek Community representing a 10-home expansion of single-family construction capacity.

The organization's revenue mechanics combine four streams: mortgage payments on homes sold, retail proceeds from four ReStore locations that resell donated home goods at 50-75% below retail, individual and corporate donations (with named sponsors including NCAA at $500K+, Eli Lilly, Delta Faucet, Allegion, dormakaba, Indiana Fever, and Carrier), and an international tithe directed to Habitat programs in El Salvador and, since 2022, Kenya. Operating capacity rests on a 50+ employee staff supported by 5,300+ volunteers annually. Adjacent fundraising vehicles include the Women Build campaign (with a 2026 goal of $500K for four homes), Cars for Homes vehicle donations, and Planned Giving. The organization also advocates for state-level policy support, including the Indiana Attainable Homeownership Tax Credit.

Name

Greater Indy Habitat for Humanity

Legal name

Greater Indy Habitat for Humanity

Website

https://indyhabitat.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1987

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Greater Indy Habitat for Humanity is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, founded in 1987 in Indianapolis, that builds affordable homes for low-to-moderate-income families via a 0%-interest mortgage program and operates four ReStore retail locations funded by donated home goods.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Affordable Housing and Nonprofit Homeownership

NAICS

New Housing For-Sale Builders (236117), Residential Building Construction (2361)

SIC

Services-To Dwellings & Other Buildings (7340)

akta.pro primary industry

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

akta.pro secondary industries

Residential Affordable Housing Development & Construction (IMAFABAI), Housing Rehabilitation, Weatherization & Home Repair Grant/Loan Programs (FSALAKAJ)

Keywords

• Affordable housing
• Nonprofit homeownership
• Home construction services
• ReStore retail operations
• Volunteer build programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Indianapolis

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Home Sales and Mortgage Payments: Habitat homeowners purchase homes with affordable 0% interest mortgages. Monthly payments go into a revolving fund used to build homes for more families.
2. ReStore Retail Sales: Four ReStore locations sell donated new and gently used home improvement items at 50-75% off retail prices. All proceeds support the Habitat mission of affordable housing.
3. Individual Donations and Corporate Sponsorships: Individual donors contribute through the Builders Circle monthly program ($20+/month) and annual gifts. Corporate partners sponsor homes at various levels from $10,000 to $500,000+. Land and material donations reduce construction costs.
4. Volunteer Labor: Volunteers contribute thousands of hours annually (5,300+ individuals in 2025) providing skilled and unskilled labor for home construction, reducing building costs.
5. International Tithing Program: Habitat contributes 10% of unrestricted revenue to Habitat's global ministry in El Salvador and Kenya. Global Village trips provide international engagement and fundraising.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Greater Indy Habitat for Humanity builds and sells affordable homes to low-to-moderate income first-time homebuyers through a 0% interest mortgage program, requiring 200 partnership hours completed via Habitat University housing counseling and on-site volunteer build work. Four ReStore nonprofit home improvement stores sell donated furniture, appliances, and building materials at 50-75% off retail, with proceeds funding the home-building revolving fund.

Product overview

Greater Indy Habitat for Humanity operates as a nonprofit homeownership organization offering an integrated portfolio of programs. The core Habitat University program provides HUD-certified housing counseling, financial education, and 0% interest mortgages for first-time buyers. ReStore operates four nonprofit home improvement retail locations selling donated materials. The organization coordinates volunteer build programs including Build Site Volunteers, Tiger Team (skilled core volunteers), Young Professionals, Women Build, and Global Village (international trips to El Salvador and Kenya). Current development projects include the Devon Creek 10-home community. Giving programs encompass home sponsorship, the Indiana Attainable Homeownership Tax Credit (50% state credit), planned giving, and Cars for Homes vehicle donations. Homeowner support includes an online mortgage portal, warranty services, scholarship programs, and referral incentives.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• ReStore: Nonprofit home improvement stores and donation centers selling gently used and new items at discounted prices. The organization operates four ReStore locations.
• Habitat University
• Habitat U
• Global Village
• Women Build
• Tiger Team
• CEO Build
• Multifaith Build

Products and services

• Habitat University Homeownership Program
• ReStore Retail Locations
• Home Sponsorship Program
• Global Village International Volunteer Trips
• Women Build
• Attainable Homeownership Tax Credit
• Planned Giving and Builders Circle
• Cars for Homes Vehicle Donation
• Homeowner Services (eStatus Connect Portal)
• Homeowner Scholarship Program
• Devon Creek Community

Quantifiable outcome

• 70% of homeowners reported the lives of family members are better since becoming homeowners
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

17 partnerships are on record, tiered cornerstone, dream builder, future builder, community builder, master builder and core.

• NCAAcornerstoneStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Cornerstone partner at $500,000+ level. Major corporate sponsor supporting Habitat's mission through significant financial contribution and community engagement.
• Delta Faucet Companydream builderStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Dream Builder partner at $250,000-$499,999 level. Major donor of faucets and plumbing fixtures for Habitat homes, providing product donations and corporate volunteering.
• Eli Lilly and Companyfuture builderStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Major pharmaceutical company providing significant corporate sponsorship and volunteer support for Habitat builds. Board Chair Amber Dagit is from Eli Lilly.
• Allegionfuture builderStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Safety and security company providing door hardware and locksets. Chairman, President, and CEO Dave Petratis cited alignment with core mission of safety and security and value of 'serve others, not yourself.'
• Indiana Feverfuture builderStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025WNBA team providing community engagement and sponsorship for affordable housing initiatives.
• Carrier Corporationcommunity builderStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025HVAC company providing heating and cooling systems for Habitat homes. Regular corporate volunteer teams participate in builds.
• Freedom Mortgagecommunity builderStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Mortgage lender supporting affordable homeownership through sponsorship and community investment.
• Indiana University Healthcommunity builderStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Healthcare system supporting Habitat's health and housing mission. LaKenya Chancey from IU Health Mosaic Center for Life & Learning serves on Board.
• Cortevamaster builderStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Agricultural company providing sponsorship at Master Builder level ($50,000-$74,999).
• Health & Hospital Corp.master builderStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Healthcare organization providing Master Builder level sponsorship for Habitat mission.
• Merchants Bank of Indianamaster builderStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Financial institution supporting Habitat at Master Builder level through donations and community investment.
• Habitat for Humanity KenyacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025International sister affiliate established in 1982. Programs include financing for owner-led construction, settlement-based practice, security of land tenure, and disaster risk reduction. Greater Indy Habitat welcomed partnership in 2022.
• IHCDA (Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025State housing authority providing funding and support for affordable housing initiatives in Indiana.
• Delta Faucet CompanycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024President Jill Ehnes cited honor to work alongside Habitat and support mission of revitalizing neighborhoods, giving back to community, and creating a better Indianapolis.
• AllegioncoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024Chairman, President, and CEO Dave Petratis stated involvement has become a passion for many employees and aligns with core mission of safety and security and value of 'serve others, not yourself.'
• dormakabafuture builderStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2018Partner since 2018 providing door hardware and access solutions for homes. Employees volunteer on build sites, reinforcing company's commitment to community and alignment with safety and security mission.
• Hábitat para la Humanidad El SalvadorcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2013International sister affiliate established in 1992. Programs include special construction projects, education, water, sanitation, gender equality, and disaster risk response. Greater Indy has hosted six Global Village trips since 2013 serving families in Usulután and San Vincente.

Scale indicators14 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

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Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Subsidiaries3 records

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