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GLENS FALLS AREA HABITAT FOR HUMANITY INC
FORT EDWARD, NY · EIN 223476475 · Form 990 · FY2024 · Small ($100K-$1M) · glensfallshabitat.org
revenue
$968K
expenses
$1.1M
net assets
$1.7M
employees
14
volunteers
48
program ratio
79%
mission · from form 990

TO PROVIDE AFFORDABLE HOUSING TO QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS.

profile · synthesized from sources

Glens Falls Area Habitat for Humanity builds and rehabilitates affordable homes for low- to moderate-income families in Northern Saratoga, Warren, and Washington Counties. The organization operates a ReStore that sells donated building materials and furniture to fund construction, while also engaging in advocacy and financial education. Homebuyers contribute "sweat equity" hours and participate in homeownership preparation programs.

named programs · 4 · from sources

What they call their work

Advocacy Program
Engages community members in policy advocacy to improve housing affordability at local, state, and federal levels.
Financial Literacy and Homebuyer Education
Offers classes in financial literacy, credit repair, and homebuyer readiness to prepare participants for successful homeownership.
Habitat Homeownership Program
Provides affordable homeownership opportunities to qualified families who meet income, need, and partnership criteria, including completion of 500 hours of sweat equity.
Southern Adirondack ReStore
Nonprofit retail store selling donated new and gently used building materials, furniture, and appliances; proceeds support local home construction and neighborhood revitalization.
activities · 7 groups

What they do

  • Housing Policy Advocacy & Tenant Organizing 1 activity
    • Advocate for policies to improve home affordability
      Commits to mobilizing individuals and communities to help create policies that improve home affordability for 10 million people over the next five years.
  • Affordable Home Construction & Rehabilitation 1 activity
    • Build and sell affordable homes through a homeownership program
      Builds affordable, quality homes in partnership with families earning 50-80% of the area median income, requiring demonstrated housing need, ability to pay an affordable mortgage, and completion of 500 hours of sweat equity. Uses modern construction methods and modular techniques, including ongoing projects such as two modular homes and planned condominiums in Glens Falls and a potential workforce housing project in Warrensburg.
  • Volunteer Mobilization for Community Improvement 1 activity
    • Engage volunteers in construction and ReStore operations
      Welcomes volunteers of all experience levels to participate in building homes and supporting ReStore operations, including customer service, organizing donations, sales counter support, and donation pickups. Maintains a volunteer hour logging system to track community participation.
  • Discount Retail for Reuse 1 activity
    • Operate ReStore retail outlet to support housing programs
      Operates the Southern Adirondack ReStore, selling affordable home improvement items and furniture to the public while diverting usable materials from landfills. Uses proceeds from sales to fund construction of affordable homes and neighborhood revitalization projects.
  • Vehicle Donation Processing 1 activity
    • Provide donation pickup services for vehicles and large items
      Offers free towing and pickup services for non-running vehicles (including cars, trucks, RVs, vans, SUVs, boats, and motorcycles) and large donated items to support ReStore operations and fundraising.
  • First-Time Homebuyer Support Services 1 activity
    • Provide financial and homebuyer education to homeownership program participants
      Offers financial literacy, credit repair, and homebuyer education classes to families in the homeownership program as part of their pathway to affordable homeownership.
  • Organizational Governance & Leadership Development 1 activity
    • Support organizational operations through skilled volunteer committees
      Utilizes skilled volunteers in committee roles requiring a few hours per month to support operational functions across the organization.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$968K
Contributions & grants$132K14%
Program service revenue$340K35%
Investment income$27K3%
Other revenue$469K
expenses
Total expenses$1.06M
Program expenses79%
Admin / overhead9%
Fundraising11%
Salaries & benefits$491K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$3.09M
Cash$871K
Investments$0
Liabilities$1.37M
Net assets$1.72M
Liquid reserves9.8 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue -4.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

paid leadership · 1
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
GEORGE EARLE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR 40 $113K
board members · 8
  • ANDREA HARWOOD — VICE PRESIDENT
  • CHRIS NEDWICK — DIRECTOR
  • DANIELLE DAVIS — DIRECTOR
  • KASEY NORTON — DIRECTOR
  • KRISTIN RENCHKOVSKY — TREASURER
  • LEE ANN PARKER — SECRETARY
  • MIKE DOUD — PRESIDENT
  • TIM HUGHES — DIRECTOR
relationships · 25

Who they work with

  • ADVANCED REMARKETING SERVICES Partner — Processes vehicle donations on behalf of Glens Falls Area Habitat for Humanity.
  • Assemblywoman Carrie Woerner Government — Public official involved in supporting or attending Habitat’s community events.
  • Assemblywoman Mary Beth Walsh Government — Public official who participated in or supported Habitat’s home dedication activities.
  • Curtis Lumber Company Partner — Provided materials or support for Habitat home construction projects.
  • Department of Housing and Urban Development Government — Follows HUD definition of first-time homebuyer for program eligibility.
  • Environment One Corporation – E/One Partner — Supported Habitat’s homebuilding projects through contributions or services.
  • Habitat Nepal Partner — Local partner implementing housing programs in Nepal with support from U.S. Habitat affiliates, including Glens Falls Area Habitat for Humanity.
  • Habitat for Humanity Network — Member affiliate of the Habitat for Humanity network.
  • Habitat for Humanity of Northern Saratoga, Warren & Washington Counties Network — Local affiliate operating under the Habitat for Humanity network.
  • Habitat for Humanity of Northern Saratoga, Warren & Washington Counties Partner — Collaborates on homebuilding and corporate volunteer opportunities.
  • Habitat for Humanity of Northern Saratoga, Warren, and Washington Counties Network — Local affiliate operating under the Habitat for Humanity network in northern New York.
  • Saratoga Builders Association Partner — Collaborated with Habitat on home construction and neighborhood revitalization efforts.
  • Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce Partner — Partnered with Habitat to support affordable housing and community development initiatives.
  • Saratoga Springs United Methodist Church Partner — Supported the construction and dedication of Habitat's 31st home through donations and partnership.
  • Senator Jim Tedisco Government — Public official who supported or participated in Habitat’s home dedication events.
  • Southern Adirondack ReStore Partner — Collaborates with the Southern Adirondack ReStore to support habitat's mission through retail operations and community engagement.
  • Southern Adirondack ReStore Partner — Operates as the local ReStore affiliate supporting Glens Falls Area Habitat for Humanity's mission.
  • Urvalek Builders Partner — Contributed to the construction of Habitat homes as a building partner.
  • blackdogDESIGNS Partner — Website design and development partner for Habitat for Humanity of Northern Saratoga, Warren & Washington Counties.
  • corporate and individual philanthropic donors Partner — Relies on support from corporate and individual donors to fund affordable housing projects.
  • government agencies Partner — Collaborates with government agencies to support affordable homeownership initiatives.
  • local municipal committees Partner — Collaborating on a housing development project in Warrensburg to address workforce housing needs.
  • local nongovernmental organizations Partner — Local NGOs in Nepal that implement Habitat Nepal’s housing programs and extend outreach to marginalized communities.
  • microfinance institutions Partner — Microfinance institutions in Nepal that partner with Habitat Nepal to leverage loan capital for housing.
  • municipalities Partner — Works with local municipalities to provide affordable housing solutions.
strategies · 3

How they approach the work

Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.

  • Advocacy for Policy Change to Expand Housing Access
    methodology: policy_advocacy
    By engaging in policy advocacy with local and federal governments, the organization increases access to safe, affordable housing because systemic change through smarter land use and building regulations removes structural barriers for vulnerable populations.
  • Circular Economy via ReStore to Fund Housing
    methodology: circular_economy_model
    By reselling donated building materials and furniture through a ReStore model, the organization funds affordable housing and reduces waste because revenue from community-sourced donations creates a sustainable funding stream while advancing environmental stewardship.
  • Partnership Homeownership Model with Sweat Equity
    methodology: partnership_homeownership_model
    By requiring homebuyers to demonstrate need, financial stability, and commitment through sweat equity and financial education, the organization fosters responsible and sustainable homeownership because active investment builds ownership pride, financial capability, and long-term success.