2019 Impact Study

Impact Study

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This study was prepared in partnership with Triangle J Council of Governments (TJCOG) and would not have been possible without the generosity of Robin Ratchford.

Habitat for Humanity of Wake County commissioned an Impact Study by Triangle J Council of Governments to better understand Habitat Wake’s impact on the lives of Habitat homeowners and the surrounding community. Habitat homeowners were asked a comprehensive set of questions regarding the connection between homeownership and a homeowner’s quality of life. The Impact Study also attempts to measure the economic impact of Habitat Wake’s construction related activities on Wake County overall and to identify the effect of a Habitat home on property values of surrounding homes.

Read our Impact Study and see how our work has transformed the lives of local families in our community.

There's no greater pride than knowing I raised my children in one home, one community from grade school to their college years. That, to me, is the American dream. -Alecia Taylor, Habitat homeowner and participant of Habitat Wake's 2019 Impact Study

Education

More than 40% of homeowners pursued or are pursuing additional education after moving into their Habitat home, and another 20% plan to.

Access

75% of homeowners rated their house as a great place to live. More than 50% of homeowners cannot ever imagine moving from their current home.

Social Connections

On average, homeowners and their families feel safer in their neighborhood since moving into their Habitat home.

Stability

58% noted their ability to save money has improved since becoming Habitat homeowners.

Wellness

71% saw improvements in their family's health since moving into their Habitat home.

Economic Growth

Habitat's construction and rehabilitation activities alone in FY 2018 created a total of $6.59 million in total economic impact for Wake County.

Impact Study

This study was prepared in partnership with Triangle J Council of Governments (TJCOG) and would not have been possible without the generosity of Robin Ratchford.

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