It was founded in 1976 as a ecumenical Christian ministry that is inclusive of all humanity.

Habitat for Humanity ® is a nonprofit organization, working in Paraguay since 1998 with a mission to eliminate inadequate housing around the world. Founded in 1976 as an ecumenical, Christian ministry that is inclusive of all humanity.

Habitat for Humanity is headquartered in Americus, Georgia.  The Regional Headquarters for Latin America and Caribbean is in Costa Rica.  Habitat for Humanity is present in over 100 countries, including five continents.  It has successfully completed more than 300,000 houses around the world and has improved the lives of more than 1,500,000 people.

Habitat for Humanity invites people from various social classes, cultures, races and religions to build a home together, therefore helping families in need.