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Habitat for Humanity Tucson Inc

Tucson, AZ · EIN 942725100 · Form 990 · FY2021 · NTEE L20Z · Housing & Shelter · Large ($10M-$50M) · www.habitattucson.org
revenue
$10.8M
expenses
$8.1M
net assets
$20.7M
employees
48
volunteers
1,781
program ratio
87%
mission · from form 990

Serving low income families by developing and preserving affordable housing in Southern Arizona.

profile · synthesized from sources

Habitat for Humanity Tucson builds and repairs affordable homes in partnership with local families and volunteers. The organization engages the community through construction projects, home repair programs, and a retail HabiStore that funds operations. It serves low-income households in Southern Arizona, emphasizing inclusivity and sweat equity participation.

irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2021

what they reported doing

Program narrative the organization filed with the IRS. Ordered by program spending.

  1. #1 primary $2.98M
    The HabiStore receives donated furniture, appliances, other household items and construction-related materials to sell which generates revenue to support the Habitat Tucson mission. This year, the donated items generated $2 million dollars in sales and diverted over 1,200 tons of useable materials from the landfill. These sales supported Habitat Tucson programs including new home construction, home repair, 'A Brush with Kindness', homeowner and volunteer services, and community outreach partnerships.
  2. #2 $423K
    Homeowner Services provides information sessions to prospective homebuyers, guides families through the application and homeowner selection process, provides homeowner education classes to families selected, and supports families through the home buying process. This fiscal year, 3 homeowner education classes were made available; 3 information sessions were held, and 218 people attended information sessions; 81 families went through the application process, and 7 families were selected for the homeownership program. (this next part is continued on Sched O).In addition, Homeowner Services supports the Housing Rehabilitation program by providing intake and screening services for families needing home repair services. This fiscal year, Habitat Tucson received over 200 inquiries for these services. Habitat's Volunteer Services provides opportunities and support to over 1700 volunteers who donated more than 44,000 hours of services in home construction, retail, office, and committee support and served as mentors and family partners to new homebuyers.
named programs · 5 · from sources

what they call their work

Affinity Builds
Specialized builds including Veteran Build, Women Build, Faith Build, and Rainbow Build that engage specific community groups
CHUCK Center
Workforce development and warehouse facility where volunteers construct modular walls and receive training in construction trades
HabiStore
Retail outlet selling donated new and used building materials, furniture, and appliances; profits support local Habitat programs
Home Construction Program
Builds new affordable homes in Tucson through volunteer labor and partner-family sweat equity; homes are sold with zero-interest mortgages
Home Repair Program
Provides minor to critical home repairs for qualifying homeowners to improve safety, accessibility, and energy efficiency
activities · 8 groups

what they do

  • New Home Construction & Repair 3 activities
    • Modular wall construction at the CHUCK Center
      Habitat Tucson produces exterior load-bearing walls and zip system sheathing for homes through volunteer-supported modular construction at its CHUCK Center, supporting efficient and eco-friendly homebuilding.
    • Volunteer Engagement and Construction Support
      Engages thousands of volunteers annually in Southern Arizona for housing construction and community building. Volunteers participate in regular construction shifts on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, and contribute to modular wall construction at the CHUCK Center.
    • Volunteer engagement and construction shifts
      Engages thousands of volunteers annually through regular construction shifts on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays to build and preserve homes in Tucson and surrounding areas.
  • Self-Help Homeownership Program 2 activities
    • Affordable Home Construction and Homeownership Program
      Constructs new homes using eco-friendly materials and provides affordable homeownership opportunities for low-income families in Southern Arizona. Prospective homeowners contribute 250 hours of "sweat equity" per adult and receive support with budgeting and financial planning. Over 500 homes have been constructed, with 16 new homes produced recently.
    • Construction of new homes for low-income families
      Habitat for Humanity Tucson constructs safe and stable homes in partnership with low-income families, having built over 500 homes in Southern Arizona. Families participate in "sweat equity" by contributing 250 hours per adult, and homes are sold with affordable mortgage terms.
  • Interfaith Dialogue & Relationship Building 2 activities
    • Community and faith-based engagement programs
      Hosts the annual Faith Breakfast, monthly Faith Committee meetings, and monthly Adopt-A-Lot neighborhood revitalization programs to engage religious communities in housing and neighborhood improvement efforts.
    • Faith Community Engagement
      Engages religious communities through a yearly Faith Breakfast, monthly Faith Committee meetings, monthly Adopt-A-Lot neighborhood revitalization programs, and an annual Faith Build event to celebrate volunteers and sponsors from faith communities.
  • Home Repair & Accessibility Modifications 2 activities
    • Critical home repair and maintenance services
      The organization provides home repair services including roofing, electrical and plumbing fixes, AC repair, mobility modifications, and mold remediation for qualifying homeowners, with a dedicated program for veterans. The Home Repair program focuses on safety, energy efficiency, and accessibility.
    • Home Repair and Maintenance Services
      Provides critical home repair services to qualifying homeowners in partnership with local residents, including AC repair/replacement, roofing, electrical/plumbing fixes, mobility modifications, and mold remediation. A dedicated fund supports home repair services specifically for U.S. veterans. Over 76 critical home repairs and "A Brush With Kindness" projects have been completed.
  • Nonprofit Thrift Store Operations 2 activities
    • HabiStore Operation
      Operates the HabiStore, a retail outlet that sells donated and new building materials, furniture, and appliances to the public. Profits generated from the HabiStore support Habitat Tucson's programs.
    • HabiStore retail operations
      Operates the HabiStore, which sells donated and new building materials, furniture, and appliances to the public, with proceeds funding Habitat Tucson’s housing programs.
  • Youth Housing Construction Initiatives 2 activities
    • Specialized Home Construction and Funding Programs
      Operates specialized programs like Women Build, Veterans Build, and Rainbow Builders to fund new home construction and repairs for specific communities, including single mothers, veterans, and LGBTQ+ individuals. These programs also provide hands-on construction learning opportunities and host annual celebratory events for volunteers and sponsors.
    • Specialized homeownership and build programs
      Habitat Tucson runs targeted programs including Women Build, Veterans Build, and Rainbow Builders, which fund homes and organize build days for single mothers, veterans, and LGBTQ+ individuals, respectively, along with annual celebration events for each group.
  • Member-Exclusive Facility Rentals 1 activity
    • Campus Chapter dues and DVCR room rentals
      Offers Campus Chapter membership for $15 per semester or $25 annually with a discount for fall payments, and rents DVCR rooms to non-profits for $50/day and for-profits for $75/day, limited to 3 consecutive days.
  • Homeownership Down Payment Assistance 1 activity
    • Homebuyer family mentorship and support
      Provides mentorship through Homebuyer Family Partners who assist prospective homeowners with budgeting, financial planning, and fulfilling sweat equity requirements to prepare for homeownership.
financials · form 990 · fy2021
revenue
Total revenue$10.76M
Contributions & grants$5.57M52%
Program service revenue$3.86M36%
Investment income$1.20M11%
Other revenue$126K
expenses
Total expenses$8.14M
Program expenses87%
Admin / overhead9%
Fundraising4%
Salaries & benefits$2.05M
Grants paid out$2.93M
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$32.17M
Cash$11.16M
Investments$30K
Liabilities$11.46M
Net assets$20.71M
Liquid reserves16.5 mo
3 years on record · 2019–2021 · YoY revenue +10.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2021

who runs it

paid leadership · 3
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
T VanHook CEO until Jan 2022 40 $222K
Charlie Buchanan CEO Jan 2022 40 $111K
Jessica Carney CFO 40 $100K
board members · 14
  • Alyson Trinidad — Director
  • Amadu Bah — Director
  • Brian Mayer — Director
  • Carmen Cueva — Director
  • Gary Henshaw — President Elect
  • Janet Utecht — Director
  • John Howell — Director
  • John Moothart — Treasurer
  • Lilly Indo — Director
  • Lisa Cooke — President
  • Rosa Reyna — Director
  • Saundra Hudnall — Director
  • Suzanne Brei — Secretary
  • Todd Hixon — Director
relationships · 26

who they work with

  • 2•1•1 Arizona Partner — Partner providing community information and referral services for housing and general assistance.
  • Arizona Department of Housing Government — State agency providing rent, mortgage, utility, and down payment assistance resources.
  • Casa Mariposa Partner — Partner providing support services for LGBTQ+ and formerly incarcerated individuals.
  • Chicanos Por La Causa Partner — Partner offering housing counseling and food/medical assistance services.
  • City of Tucson Community Development Partner — Partner agency offering home repair, accessory dwelling unit repair, and emergency repair services.
  • Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona Partner — Partner providing food assistance and basic household items.
  • Connie Hillman Family Foundation Partner — Partnered to establish the Urban Construction Knowledge Center (CHUCK) to advance modular construction and workforce development.
  • Direct Center for Independence Partner — Partner providing disability-focused housing and independence services.
  • Family Housing Resources Partner — Partner offering rent assistance, down payment support, and affordable homeownership opportunities.
  • Foundation for Senior Living (FSL) Home Improvements Partner — Partner providing weatherization and housing counseling services in Tucson and South Tucson.
  • HabiStore Partner — Local nonprofits utilize HabiStore to divert unwanted items from landfills.
  • Habitat for Humanity International Network — Local affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International, operating under its policies and framework.
  • Home Depot Partner — Funding partner for Veteran and Aging in Place home repair projects over $15,000.
  • Interfaith Community Services Partner — Partner providing elder-focused services and emergency assistance.
  • KGUN9 Partner — Local news partner that has covered Women Build volunteer stories in 2023.
  • Pima Council on Aging Partner — Partner offering elder-focused housing and support services.
  • Pima County Community Land Trust Partner — Partner offering rent assistance, down payment support, and affordable homeownership opportunities.
  • Pima Neighborhood Investment Partnership Partner — Partner organization providing home repair, weatherization, and financial assistance programs.
  • Primavera Foundation Partner — Partner providing transitional housing, food/medical assistance, and affordable rental opportunities.
  • Southwest Fair Housing Council Partner — Partner offering fair housing literacy and financial literacy programs.
  • Sundt Foundation Partner — Sponsoring the 24th Annual Charity Golf Tournament to support Habitat for Humanity Tucson's homebuilding work.
  • The Outlaw Project Partner — Partner offering support services for LGBTQ+ and formerly incarcerated individuals.
  • Tucson Urban League Partner — Partner offering financial literacy and Black community-focused housing support services.
  • University of Arizona Partner — Hosts a Campus Chapter that engages students in building, fundraising, advocacy, and education about the affordable housing crisis.
  • YWCA of Southern Arizona Partner — Partner providing financial literacy, gender and racial equity programs, and basic needs services including clothing.
  • info@habitattucson.org Government — Point of contact for media inquiries related to Habitat for Humanity Tucson.