Tithe

About Habitat for Humanity’s Tithe Program

The word “tithe” comes from the tradition in which people of certain faiths would donate ten percent of their income to their religious institution. Through Habitat’s tithe program, Habitat partners are encouraged to donate a tenth of what they raise in support of house building in another country, encouraging all programs to participate in the international effort to eliminate global poverty by sending a portion of what is raised in their home country elsewhere.

HFH-MC Tithes 10% of all unrestricted donations to the Habitat for Humanity International affiliate in El Salvador.

About Habitat for Humanity El Salvador

El Salvador is located in Central America bordering the North Pacific Ocean, between Guatemala and Honduras.  It is the smallest and most densely populated of the Central American countries.  Two volcanic chains run down its center, rising from fertile plateaus that otherwise characterize the countryside.

The Habitat homes are earthquake-resistant and are made of concrete blocks and structural steel reinforcement.  The roofs are made of fiber-cement sheeting, and the floors of cement brick.  Most homes have two bedrooms, a living room, a dining room and a latrine or toilet.   Windows are shutter type, protected by steel bars in order to provide adequate lighting, ventilation and security.

Your Donation Goes a Long Way to Help Internationally

To date HFH-MC has tithed almost $200,000 to international Habitat Affiliates. This money has helped to build more than 70 Habitat homes internationally. For every Habitat home we build or rehab in Montgomery County, we are able to fund the building or rehabilitation of 1 and a half homes internationally. When you make a donation you are not only supporting your local Habitat you are helping families all over the world.

Global Village Trip to El Salvador

Are you looking for an adventure that will expand your mind, help you into better physical shape, and touch your heart and spirit all at once? Then join us on an excursion to beautiful El Salvador to build in El Divisadero in the Department of Morazan.  You will learn about the country and the people in a way that you never could with ordinary travel. Click here for more details!