Ways to Give

When you make a donation to our affiliate your gift makes a long-term impact right here in Bloomington. Each donation that builds a Habitat home multiplies as the homeowner mortgage payments get recycled to build more affordable houses. We have a proven track record of wise building investments, well-equipped families for homeownership, and strong financial viability.

Donate by mail

Print the paper donation form and mail it to:
Habitat for Humanity of Monroe County
213 E. Kirkwood Avenue
Bloomington, IN 47408

Donate online

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donate securely online.

Special Gift Options

Make a gift in honor or in memory of a loved one. Print the donation form or complete the special gift section on the online form.

Tax Credit Giving Opportunities

We invite you to take advantage of the new Attainable Homeownership Tax Credit program!

The Indiana state government recently passed the Attainable Homeownership Tax Credit, an incredible program designed to incentivize giving to nonprofits who build affordable homeownership opportunities in the state. Our goal is to increase the number of affordable, Habitat homes built around the state for Hoosiers in need of a safe, affordable place to call home.

Eligible AHTC gifts:
Eligible donations include cash, checks, stocks and bonds, and approved land and new,in-kind construction materials. Contributions from donor-advised funds/trusts (DAFs) and qualified charitable distributions (QCDs) may be eligible. Please consult your tax advisor for specific guidance on tax-credit giving.

How to make an AHTC gift:
1. Make your check payable to Habitat for Humanity of Indiana. In the memo line, specify Habitat for Humanity of Monroe County.
2. Download and fill out the Donor Contribution Form.
3. Mail your check and the donor contribution form to:
Habitat for Humanity of Indiana
101 W. Ohio St., Suite 2000
Indianapolis, IN 46204

Contact Lindsey Boswell at boswell@monroecountyhabitat.org or 812-331-4069 for more information or with any questions.

Who: Tax credits are available for any qualified individual taxpayer, small business or corporation in Indiana who makes a donation for Habitat for Humanity of Indiana.

What: Starting in 2024, these tax credits can be used to offset individual income or business taxes in the year the donation is made.  Eligible donations can be checks and credit cards, approved land, stocks and bonds, or cryptocurrency.

How: The tax credit is equal to 50% of the donation made to Habitat. For example, a gift of $1000 qualifies you for a $500 tax credit on your Indiana state income tax return. There is a cap of $10,000 in tax credits allowed per tax year (for a $20,000 donation), but unused credits may be carried over for up to 5 years. The minimum donation is $1,000 for $500 in tax credits, and the maximum is $20,000 for $10,000 in tax credits.

Where: To process the tax credits, donations must be made to Habitat for Humanity of Indiana. Please include Habitat for Humanity of Monroe County on your tax credit form to ensure your donations benefit our local affiliate. Our development director, Lindsey Boswell, is available to answer any questions and assist you with completing your form.

Donate: To participate, email boswell@monroecountyhabitat.org to receive your tax credit form, or download your form here. Checks must be sent with the completed tax credit form to Habitat for Humanity of Indiana, 101 W Ohio St., Ste 2000, Indianapolis, IN 46204. If you have any questions, contact us at 812-331-4069.

You may also make a financial gift or a gift of stock online here (though online credit card gifts incur a transaction fee). Please indicate Habitat for Humanity of Monroe County in the memo line.

Monthly Giving

Help sustain Habitat’s work in Monroe County by becoming a monthly supporter!

Becoming a monthly donor has many benefits:

  • Help provide sustainable support throughout the entire year
  • Have auto payments deducted from your checking account or credit card, making monthly donations automatic and hassle-free.
  • Reduce cost from postage, paper, and admin time
  • One complete statement is provided for your tax purposes.
  • Easily change or suspend your monthly gift at any time.

How it works:

You can start your monthly gift today using our online giving platform, Classy. This allows you to stop, alter, and monitor your giving through a personal account. Your gift will be made on the same day each month, and you will receive an email confirmation each month.

You may also decide to set up your gift through a direct deposit from your bank account (with NO transaction fees!), which will be set up to withdraw on the first of each month. This method can be set up by calling our office at 812-331-4069 or emailing us – you will need to provide your bank name, if it is a checking or savings account, account number, and routing number. We will send you an annual giving receipt for tax purposes in January each year.

$20 per month
Gives a family a strong front door to ensure their safety.

$35 per month
Teaches every future homeowner about personal finance, home maintenance, and college readiness.

$50 per month
Builds the kitchen island in a home, perfect for after-school snacks and meals shared together.

$75 per month
Supplies a family with an energy efficient water heater

$100 per month
Builds the framework for a roof that brings shelter, warmth, and peace of mind

$200 per month
Provides code-plus insulation to keep a family protected from the exterior elements, and energy costs low.

House Sponsorships

House Sponsorship Program

Through our Home Sponsorship Program, businesses, community organizations, faith communities, and student groups help Habitat meet our two greatest needs – the need for funding and for volunteers. It costs, on average, $175,000 to build each Habitat home: $120,000 for materials and $55,000 for land and infrastructure.

There are a variety of sponsorship levels from a Legacy Builder who covers the full cost of construction and part of the land costs at $150,000, to an adopt-a-day opportunity with a$1,500 gift.

All sponsorships include benefits such as social media and online recognition, team building opportunities, special event invitations, and listings in the annual report, website, and monthly e-newsletters.

We are happy to create online landing pages to support collective fundraising efforts, host Lunch and Learns for your office or group, and customize activities to best fit your goals.

Sponsors are the key to Habitat’s success, and an incredible opportunity to connect with our community. Thank you for your consideration!

 

Legacy Builder
$150,000
Provides land and all construction costs

Dream Builder
$120,000
Provides all constructions costs

Vision Builder
$85,000
Provides all the exterior materials and professional labor costs.

Land Sponsor
$55,000
Supports the land costs for a new home

Kitchen & Bath Sponsor
$25,000
Provides the cabinets, counters, and fixtures for the kitchen and baths in the home

Window and Door Sponsor
$10,000
Provides the windows and all interior and exterior doors.

Foundation Sponsor
$5,000
Provides the costs for infrastructure and the foundation

Paint and Finish Sponsor
$2,500
Provides the finishing touches.

Hammer and Saw Sponsor
$1,500
Provides funding to keep a ready supply of tools available for all builders.

If you would like to learn more about house sponsorships, please call Lindsey Boswell, Development Director at 812.331.4069 or email us.

Employer Matching Gift Opportunities

Did you know that thousands of employers, large and small, offer matching gift programs? That means that your individual contribution could be doubled or even tripled by your employer!

Visit this page to use the quick search tool to see if your company will match your donation and to access the forms, guidelines, and instructions that you need to submit a matching gift.

Many companies also provide volunteer grants when multiple employees volunteer together, and/or if an individual volunteers a certain number of hours with an organization. We encourage you to search for your company above, or reach out to your HR team to learn more.

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When submitting a matching gift through your company’s electronic portal or if your company still uses a paper form, you may need the following information:

Our EIN:
35-1753977

Our Address
Habitat for Humanity of Monroe County
213 East Kirkwood Avenue
Bloomington, IN 47408

Our Contact Information:
Reach out to our Development Coordinator or Development Director at 812-331-4069 or email us.

Giving Societies

The More Than Houses Society is critical to our affiliate. The generous pledges from the More Than Houses Society help us cover costs associated with family services, volunteer support, land purchases, infrastructure development, and more. Individual and corporate members make a long-term commitment to give at least $1,000 per year for five years.

The Legacy Society creates new opportunities and makes a lasting difference in the community through a planned gift to Habitat for Humanity of Monroe County. Planned gifts enable our affiliate to develop bold strategies for the future and take advantage of opportunities to make the greatest impact. As you plan for your future and reflect on the legacy you want to leave behind, consider how you can strengthen Monroe County families and communities through a continued partnership with Habitat. Common planned gifts may include a gift in your will, your retirement or IRA, life insurance, or through memorial contributions.

If you have already included Habitat for Humanity of Monroe County in your plans, please complete this brief form, email us or call our office at 812.331.4069 to let us know! We would love to thank you and welcome you in to our Legacy Society. By letting us know, we can ensure that we fulfill your gift exactly as you intended. 

The Women+ Build Society, previously known as the SHE Society, was created to honor and challenge women+ builders who commit to raising at least $1,000 per year for at least 5 years. Members of the WB+ Society will be recognized throughout the year for their efforts to support future Women+ Build house sponsorships and homeowners. All members also receive their own coveted pink or lime green hard hat and stickers to commemorate their years of membership.

The Habitat Groundbreakers commit to donate a set amount each time a family closes on their home mortgage, which provides funds to break ground on our next Habitat build.

Each Groundbreaker will be notified when a Habitat family closes on their home, with a request to contribute $50 toward the next home. We are currently building 8-12 homes annually.

To join a giving society, or for more information, please email us or call our office at 812.331.4069.

Other Ways to Give

IRA Charitable Rollover

If you are at least 70½ years old, you may be eligible to make a gift of up to $100,000 each year to Habitat for Humanity of Monroe County directly from your IRA. An IRA Charitable Rollover allows you to make a gift to satisfy part or all of your annual Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) from your IRA, and exclude part or all of the distribution from your taxable gross income, thereby reducing your tax liability. RMD age requirements have changed recently, please consult your tax adviser.

Share these details with your IRA account administrator:

Designation: Habitat for Humanity of Monroe County
Tax ID#: 35-1753977

For IRA contributions: Please make sure your IRA account administrator adds your name to the donation paperwork for our tracking purposes.

Donor-Advised Fund

If you have established a DAF, you can recommend a grant (or recurring grants) to Habitat Monroe County to make an immediate impact. Share these details with your account administrator:

Designation: Habitat for Humanity of Monroe County
Tax ID#: 35-1753977

You may also wish to name Habitat Monroe County as a beneficiary of your DAF to create a lasting legacy. Contact your DAF administrator for a beneficiary form.

Stock & Bond Gifts

A charitable gift of stock or bonds can help make the dream of homeownership a reality for local families, while also providing tax savings for you.

A gift of stock owned for more than one year entitles you to a charitable deduction for the full market value at the time the gift is made. If the stock has appreciated, you also avoid a capital gains tax on the appreciation.

If you would like to discuss a gift of stocks or bonds, please email us or call 812.331.4069.

Vehicle Donations

Donating a car, truck, boat, RV or other vehicle is quick, easy and may be eligible for tax deduction purposes if you itemize (consult the IRS or tax advisor for details). Cars for Homes (TM) accepts a majority of vehicles with proper title and ownership information, and even makes arrangements to have your vehicle, keys and title picked up for processing.

Proceeds generated by donated vehicle sales are used by us to build homes in partnership with local families.

For more information, call 1-877-277-HFHI (4344) toll free or donate online at www.carsforhomes.org

Shopping Programs

Did you know that simply by buying your groceries you can help our affiliate? By enrolling in our grocery card program you automatically have 3-5% of your grocery spending donated to Habitat for Humanity of Monroe County.

Kroger

  • Enroll your Kroger Plus card here. Search for “Habitat for Humanity of Monroe County” or type in XN090 when looking for an organization.
  • Use your Kroger Plus Card at the time of purchase to earn your own rewards and discounts, and Habitat receives a reward check every quarter. This program provides us $600-800 per year!

Gifts of Land

As the need for affordable housing continues to grow, securing land for homes for the families on our waiting list becomes more challenging. If you are aware of a parcel of land in Monroe County that may be available, we’d like to talk to you.

When we’re able, we purchase land at fair appraisal value. You can help create affordable housing in our community by contacting us if you know of available property, or are interested in donating or selling property.

Email us or call 812-331-4069 for more information.

More Than Houses Event

The annual More Than Houses event serves as our largest single-day source of operating support. It is our chance to gather with our community to highlight stories and successes of the prior year; share our goals and vision of the next year; and hear from current and future Habitat homeowners about their homeownership journeys.

Please mark your calendars for More Than Houses 2025 – March 11!

 

Guests are invited by table captains, who are also highly engaged Habitat supporters, Board members, and staff. If you are interested in serving in this capacity, please contact Habitat’s Development Director at boswell@monroecountyhabitat.org. If you don’t receive a personal invitation from a table captain but would like to attend the event, please let us know – we would be happy to save you a seat!