Advocate
At Flatirons Habitat, we don't just build houses - we work with policymakers to create inclusive communities. From supporting local affordable housing initiatives to advocating for safe, decent, and affordable housing around the country and across the world, we need your voice!
Cost of Home Advocacy Campaign
At Habitat for Humanity, we know that a family should never have to spend more than 30 percent of their income on a home. But today, nearly 19 million U.S. households pay half or more of their income on a place to live.
To improve housing affordability broadly, policymakers at all levels need to support comprehensive packages that address the increasing cost of housing across the rental and homeownership spectrum. Without these policy changes, families across the nation must continue to make choices between housing and paying for food, bills, education, and other necessities. That's why Flatirons Habitat is joining hundreds of Habitat affiliates across the country to advocate for a lower cost of home. Learn more
Help Habitat Projects Happen
Habitat builds require approval from local government officials at multiple stages. When our projects go up for a vote, we appreciate your voice and your support. Keep an eye on our Facebook and Twitter pages for news about community meetings, or sign up to get advocacy updates delivered to your inbox.
Policy Priorities
We advocate for fair affordable housing policy locally and nationally. Keep an eye out for updates and ways to voice your opinion on our Facebook and Twitter pages.
Stay Informed
Sign up to receive advocacy updates and alerts. We'll keep you up-to-date on local and national affordable housing policies and offer easy ways to get involved.
Affordable Housing Resources
The following resources were created to educate our community and our supporters on the need for affordable housing.
Habitat for Humanity International Resources
State of Affordable Housing in Colorado
Shelter Reports
Habitat's annual policy-specific report highlights shelter issues around the world and recommends policy solutions
State of Advocacy Reports
Habitat's annual advocacy-specific report features ways we are changing laws and policies to increase access to shelter solutions at the local, national, regional, and global levels.
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Fiscal Year 2016
U.S. State of Advocacy (PDF, 4.6MB) | Global State of Advocacy (PDF, 4.9MB)
Advocacy Toolkits
Understand Habitat's approach to advocacy and help support smart policies that promote access to decent, affordable homes.
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Global Advocacy Guide
English (PDF, 2MB) | Español (PDF, 1.2MB)
Resources for Boulder & Broomfield Counties