We are a nonprofit organization that has been building strength, stability, and self-reliance in Dallas and Kaufman counties since 1986. Through affordable home construction, homeownership counseling, financial education, home repair services, community advocacy, and ReStores shop, we partner with families and volunteers to create lasting housing solutions.
What’s Happening at Dallas Habitat?
How We Serve Our Community
Homeownership Services
From Learning to Living: Your Pathway to
a Home.
One-on-one counseling and education to help
you become mortgage-ready.
Home Construction
Housing Solutions for Stronger Futures.
Building quality affordable homes across Dallas and Kaufman counties.
Volunteer Services
Lend Hands, Lift Hearts.
Join thousands of volunteers on build sites, in ReStores, and beyond.
ReStore Shops
Where Every Purchase Builds Hope.
Shop new and donated home goods at up to 75% off. All proceeds support our mission.
Building a Better
Tomorrow Together
Your support for Dallas Habitat weaves a stronger social fabric in our community. Every dollar raised is invested locally to provide education, safety, and stability, enabling everyone in our community to flourish.
OUR IMPACT IN NUMBERS
2,210
Homes Built or Restored Since 1986
2,200
Families who received Financial Education in FY26
234
Homebuyers counseled in FY26
25,661
Donated hours in FY26
Eager to Begin?
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Breaking New Ground: Kynedii’s Journey to Homeownership
Kynedii Kimble's story is rooted in resilience and a deep love for growth and connection. Born and raised in New Orleans, she spent nearly a decade in Miami pursuing her Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling before making Dallas her home. She's passionate about...
From Renting to Owning: Rosalind’s Journey to Homeownership
Born in Abilene and raised in Dallas, Rosalind has called Dallas home for 47 years. She works as a cook and loves spending her free time traveling, decorating, and enjoying quality moments with her family. Her daughter, Martika, age 35, shares those same simple joys:...
Dallas Habitat’s Tips For Being A Financially Secure Homeowner.
Dallas Habitat's Tips For Being A Financially Secure Homeowner. At Dallas Habitat, many of our homeowners are new to owning a home. For some, they're the first in their family to own one! It is exciting for homeowners but also means much to learn, especially about...