Become a Habitat Ambassador
As a Habitat Ambassador, you will play a crucial role in raising awareness about the need for affordable housing and advocating for policy changes that support Habitat’s mission. You will have the opportunity to connect with your community, educate others about the impact of decent housing, and inspire action that leads to positive change. By creating community outreach projects, you will help mobilize resources and encourage individuals and organizations to get involved in building homes, volunteering, and making a difference. Whether it is sharing your personal story, organizing local events, or working with policymakers, as an Ambassador, you will be at the forefront of a movement that is transforming lives.
Join us in becoming a Habitat Ambassador and be a powerful voice for change.
Cost of Home
Affordable housing is one of the most pressing issues facing communities today. Local housing policies can sometimes create barriers that prevent organizations like Habitat for Humanity from building the affordable housing that so many families desperately need. By raising awareness and advocating for more supportive housing policies, we can work together to ensure that everyone has access to a safe and affordable home.
For instance, the median sales price of a home in Cobb County was $360,000 in September 2021. To qualify for an FHA loan at that price, a household would need an income of $75,276. However, in 2021, half of Cobb County households earned less than $77,932 per year. This means that many essential workers—such as teachers, police officers, firefighters, and U.S. veterans—who play vital roles in the community, are unable to afford to live in the very places they serve.
This disparity highlights the urgent need for affordable housing options in Cobb County to ensure that everyone, regardless of their profession, can afford a stable place to call home.
Ambassadors can be the voice of change!
As a Habitat Ambassador, you can:
Learn about local housing policy: Stay informed on the key issues affecting affordable housing in your community and how local policies influence access to safe and affordable homes.
Participate in community outreach: Help spread the word about Habitat for Humanity’s mission by engaging with community members, organizing events, and advocating for affordable housing solutions.
Engage with the public and local officials: Be a voice for affordable housing by communicating with local officials and the public to create awareness about housing needs and policies.
Share on social media: Use your social media platforms to advocate for affordable housing, share Habitat’s work, and inspire others to take action in their communities.
Work closely with Habitat homeowners, volunteers, and staff: Build relationships with the people directly impacted by Habitat’s work, contributing to a deeper sense of community and shared purpose.
Sign up for the Habitat Ambassador Program!
Join us in making a lasting impact on affordable housing in our community. Advocate for change, engage with local leaders, and work alongside Habitat homeowners and volunteers to help build stronger, more resilient neighborhoods.
Take the first step today – your voice and actions can make a difference!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- We highly encourage Ambassadors of all ages and backgrounds to join this program, however, you must be at least 16 years of age to be accepted into the program. To be an Ambassador requires having a reliable source of transportation in order to travel to different events and meetings throughout the county.
- Strong interpersonal communication skills
- Leadership skills
- Ability to work in a team setting
- Following through with commitments and projects
- Eagerness towards helping and serving others
- Willingness to follow Habitat’s Ambassadors policies
- A positive and uplifting attitude
- Must be at least 16 years old
- Ambassadors must attend required training & orientation
- Ambassadors will be asked to attend at least 1-2 local events (in-person) per month. Event participation will be the primary mode of community engagement.
- Monthly virtual check-ins.
Whether a meet is online or in-person depends on the activity. Events such as festivals, Townhall hearings, parties, etc will require in-person assistance. All of our Ambassador monthly check-ins, except for the first and last meeting of the year, will happen virtually.
Aside from the Ambassador program being a great way to serve your community, earn volunteer hours, and build a new community of friends – there are bigger incentives. Ambassadors who commit to a full year of service will have the opportunity to earn an official Habitat of NW Metro Atlanta recommendation letter and certificate. This is an excellent honor for college students interested in the pursuing the nonprofit, legal, public policy, and healthcare sectors.
Questions? Contact:
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Telephone: (770) 432-7954 ext. 112