Habitat for Humanity
Who We Are & What We Do
St. Ann’s Habitat for Humanity Ministry is dedicated to putting God’s love into action by helping families build and own safe, affordable homes. Inspired by the Gospel call to serve others, we partner with Habitat for Humanity and five other Catholic Churches here in Cobb County to provide shelter, hope, and stability to those in need in our backyard. Our Catholics4Habitat goal is to build one Habitat house each year. That involves fundraising to cover the cost of building materials and providing volunteer labor to build the house. Through teamwork, generosity, and a little sweat – miracles are happening!
Why We Exist
Our mission exists in response to Christ’s call to love and serve our neighbors, especially those in need. James 2:17 reminds us that “faith without works is dead,” and our ministry embodies this truth by actively building homes, fostering community, and sharing God’s love through service. We believe that every person is created in the image of God and deserves dignity, security, and a place to call home.
Who We Serve
We serve families in need of safe, decent, and affordable housing. We help low-income families, the working poor, single parents, and those affected by crisis who have steady jobs but struggle to secure stable housing. By partnering with Habitat, we provide a path to homeownership through sweat equity and affordable, no-interest mortgages. Inspired by Christ’s call to serve, we strive to build not just homes, but hope and community
Volunteer Opportunities
We need volunteers willing to raise their hand and say “yes”. Do you want to help with a onetime opportunity, or are you interested in getting more involved? Let us know.
- Build Site: No construction experience needed—just a willing heart and helping hands!
- Build Lunch: Make or donate lunch items to support our volunteers on two Saturdays.
- 2×4 Signing: Encourage parishioners to add blessings to 2×4’s we will use on the build.
- Fundraising: We host two fundraising events to help accomplish our home-building goals…our annual Chili Cookoff and Turtle Candy (plus) sale at Apple Annie.
Special Requirements
Habitat for Humanity has build-site age restrictions for young people that still allow them to participate in meaningful ways. Teens aged 16 & 17 can volunteer anytime with power tool and height restrictions, and teens aged 14 & 15 can volunteer on Landscape Day.