Housing & Shelter

Hancock County Habitat for Humanity

Habitat for Humanity

Ellsworth, Maine Affordable Homeownership & Home Repair
Free, no cost

Builds affordable homes and provides homeownership opportunities for Hancock County families earning 30-80% of area median income. Also operates ReStore thrift shop selling donated building materials and furniture.

Who can use this?

Homeownership Program: must demonstrate need for adequate housing, earn 30-80% of Area Median Income, contribute 250 hours of sweat equity, and have lived or worked in Hancock County for at least 6 months.

About this resource

Hancock County Habitat for Humanity works to eliminate substandard housing by building affordable homes and offering zero-interest mortgage financing to qualifying families. The ReStore sells donated building materials, furniture, and home goods with proceeds funding their housing mission.

Services offered

  • Affordable home construction
  • Zero-interest homeownership program
  • ReStore (discounted building materials & furniture)
  • Sweat equity homebuilding

What to expect

Visit the ReStore during open hours or call to inquire about the Homeownership Program. Applicants go through income verification, need assessment, and commit to 250 hours of sweat equity.

What to bring

For Homeownership Program: proof of income, proof of Hancock County residency or employment, and identification. For ReStore shopping, no requirements.

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