Pioneer Valley Habitat for Humanity Inc

“The form 990 is reviewed and approved by the finance committee of the board of directors before it is filed.”

“The organization requires that all board members self disclose annually any possible conflict of interest as it arises.”

“The executive committee of the board of directors reviews the executive director's performance, with input from the rest of the board, and sets the executive director's salary annually as part of the annual budget approval process.”

“Documents are made available to the public upon request.”

“Seeking to put god's love into action, habitat for humanity brings people together to build homes, communities, and hope to realize our vision of a world where everyone has a decent place to live. Pioneer valley habitat for humanity adheres to a strict non-proselytizing policy and will not offer assistance on the expressed or implied condition that people must adhere to or convert to a particular faith or listen and respond to messaging designed to induce conversion to a particular faith.”

“Homeownership program: families in need of a decent place to live build safe and affordable homes in partnership with us. Habitat houses are modeltly sized. They are large enough for the homeowner family's needs, but small enough to keep construction and maintenance costs affordable. By using the labor of volunteers and prospective homeowners, employing efficient building methods, keeping house sizes modest, using donated construction materials and appliances, and issuing no-profit loans, habitat makes its houses affordable for low-income families to purchase. Affordable homeownership helps create the conditions that free families from instability, stress, and fear and encourage self-reliance and confidence. Studies show that strong and stable households are foundational to child development and growth. When a home fosters- instead of hinders - health and safety, families can flourish. Owning an affordable home also allows homeowners to lift up their entire family by saving for their futures and investing in educational opportunities, bolstering job opportunities and career growth. During the fiscal year, pioneer valley habitat served many families through its long-term homeownership program.”

“Impairment losses -204,186”