Habitat for Humanity has built over 250,000 homes worldwide and provided shelter to over 1 million people. Locally, Habitat for Humanity of the Lehigh Valley has helped 70 families in the past 19 years, and aims to help 74 more in the next 5 years. Affordable housing is critical as over 3,000 local families live in substandard conditions. Habitat builds simple, decent and affordable homes, selecting families based on need, ability to pay, and willingness to partner.