Everyone Deserves a Safe Place to Call Home
Our Critical Repair Program For Damages From Hurricane Milton Is Currently CLOSED
The Repair Limit For These Repairs Is $5,000
Repairs & Services May Include:
Roof Repairs, Window Repairs, Garage Door Repairs, Pay Insurance Deductible Up To $2,500
Download The Application, Complete It Along
With The Supporting Documents, And Submit By:
1. Drop Off or Mail To:
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702 South 6th St. Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 (Drop off in the slot at the conference room door)
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2229 NE 9th Ave., BLDG B Suite 141, Okeechobee, FL 34972 (Slide under the door)
​Put your application package in a sealed envelope with your name on it.
Call the office to ensure we receive it.
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2. Call the Construction Coordinator, Amanda, and ask her to set up an online folder to upload your application package.
Phone: (772) 464-1117 ext. 118
Email: Amanda@HabitatSLO.House
Income Eligibility Requirements Are on The 2nd Page of The Application.
Other Requirements Are Listed Below. To Qualify, You Must:
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Live in an owner-occupied single-family home for at least 1 year​
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Be current on property taxes
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Be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Legal Resident
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Be a current St. Lucie/Okeechobee County resident​
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Provide proof of any verifiable income
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Provide 2 most recent months of all bank statements & prepaid card (complete, including blank pages)
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Qualify as low-income household
Critical Repair Application
Repair A Home Program
Habitat for Humanity St Lucie & Okeechobee provides an opportunity for low-income/fixed-income community homeowners who need critical repairs to secure an affordable loan that will fit into their budget to create a safe and secure home once again.
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Our programs prove successful because of the dedication of our staff, volunteers, homeowners, sponsors, and community organizations.
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Homeowners partner with Habitat for Humanity St Lucie & Okeechobee based on income, need, and willingness to help. An affordable loan is made to the homeowner to cover the cost of the labor and materials. Habitat volunteers may complete work under the supervision of our skilled construction staff, and payments are recycled to help serve others in need.
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We are always looking for critical repair funding. We will determine eligibility, accept applications, and perform initial inspections when funds are available. We believe the critical repair program is a great way to revitalize neighborhoods. A $10,000 (subject to change) cap per household will be used for all repairs except roof replacement.
Repairs
We offer critical home repairs to homeowners so they can continue to live in safe, decent homes for years to come.
Eligibility
Families are selected based on income, need, and willingness to partner.
Affordable Loans
Loans are provided to homeowners to cover the cost of the work, and repayments are recycled to help serve others in need. A no-interest, no-payment loan will be repaid to Habitat for Humanity of St. Lucie & Okeechobee when the home is sold, transferred to a new owner, or refinanced. There are no penalties for making early payments.
Resources
Volunteers & donated materials are used when possible.
Repair A Home Program Q + A
Interested in the "Repair a Home" Program? Many of your questions/answers can be found below.
How do I qualify for the Critical Repair Program?
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Live in an owner-occupied single-living family home
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Be current on property taxes
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Be a U.S. citizen or a legal permanent resident
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Be a current St. Lucie County/Okeechobee resident for at least one year
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Provide proof of any verifiable income
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Provide the most recent tax return & W-2, if applicable
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Provide two most recent months of bank statements
Who can I contact?
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If you or someone you know is interested in finding out about our Habitat Home Programs, please call our office to speak with Amanda Clothier, Volunteer Coordinator & Construction Administrator, at (772) 464-1117, ext. 118, or Amanda@HabitatSLO.House
How does it work?
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Habitat for Humanity St. Lucie & Okeechobee is always looking for ways to revitalize the community and support the homeowners. When funds are available, applications are accepted and reviewed to determine eligibility for our programs.