Donate Stock or Mutual Funds
Making a stock, mutual funds, or bonds transfer donation is a great way to support Habitat for Humanity of Southern Santa Barbara County. Upon receipt of your donation, we will sell the securities and use the proceeds to fund our work to build strength, stability and self-reliance through shelter.
To make a gift, or for more information, please contact Susan Renehan, Director, Philanthropy and External Affairs, at susan@sbhabitat.org or (805) 456-9548.
Your donation is tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. Habitat for Humanity of Southern Santa Barbara County is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, Federal Tax ID # 77-0518264.
Planned Giving
Become a member of Habitat for Humanity’s Legacy Circle. Planned giving is finding ways to make charitable gifts now — or after your lifetime — while enjoying financial benefits for yourself. Unlike cash donations, they are typically made from assets in your estate rather than disposable income.
The most common way is to name Habitat for Humanity of Southern Santa Barbara County as a beneficiary in an IRA, life insurance policy, living trust or in your will.
Please consult your financial representative or tax professional before making any changes.
Just a few sentences in your will or revocable living trust can make a lasting impact for years to come. A provision may be made using the following language:
“I give, devise, and bequeath to Habitat for Humanity of Southern Santa Barbara County, a non-profit organization located at PO Box 176, Goleta, CA 93116, ____ percent of my estate (or, the sum of $________; or, ____ percent of the residue of my estate) as an unrestricted gift.”
By informing us of your intentions to make a legacy gift, you become a member of Habitat for Humanity’s Legacy Circle. If you have already done so, please let us know so we can properly thank you for your generosity.
For more information, please contact us at susan@sbhabitat.org or (805) 456-9548.
Habitat for Humanity of Southern Santa Barbara County is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization (Tax ID # 77-0518264).
Carpenter’s Circle
By becoming a monthly donor, you are helping families build strength and stability in partnership with Habitat for Humanity. When you join Habitat’s Carpenter’s Circle, your monthly donation means more families can attain a safe, affordable place to call home.
As a Carpenter’s Circle member, you will enjoy:
-Hassle-free monthly donations.
-Automatic donation payment from your credit card or checking account.
-The knowledge that your donation is put to work immediately.
-Annual donation summary provided for tax purposes.
-The ability to change or suspend your donation at any time.
Cornerstone Club
The Cornerstone Club recognizes donors who make a commitment to affordable housing by giving $5,000 or more annually to support Habitat Santa Barbara’s sustainability. Play a critical role in Habitat Santa Barbara’s sustainability and make a lasting difference in our community.
Honor and Memorial Gifts
Celebrate your family, friends and loved ones by making a gift in honor of or in memory of someone special. When making a gift online, please be sure to note that this gift is in honor of or in memory of someone and provide your loved one’s contact information.
We will send a letter notifying the honoree/recipient that a gift has been made in their honor or in memory of someone they love.
Donation of Materials or Services
Construction & Professional Services:
Habitat Santa Barbara relies on volunteer support to complete a bulk of our projects. We especially welcome skilled construction volunteer labor. Our volunteer coordinator will be able to assist you and let you know where we are with project needs.
If you would like to donate your services, please contact us at 805-692-2226 or mail@sbhabitat.org.
Donate Materials:
In 2020, as a result of the impact to the retail industry caused by COVID-19, we made the difficult but necessary decision to close our ReStore.
There are many other wonderful Habitat ReStores. The closest ones would be located in San Luis Obispo and Ventura. Please check with these locations to see what their operating hours are, especially in light of COVID-19 impacts. Contact information is below:
Business & Corporate Donations
Corporate Sponsors: Bring a group of coworkers or employees to a Habitat build site for a day of team building.
Consider donating your car to Habitat Santa Barbara; funds raised support our local work! Learn more/ inquire here:
How to donate your car:
1. Go to our online donation wizard or call 1-877-277-4344.
2.Provide your vehicle information and contact information.
3.Schedule your car to be picked up.
Need help? Email us at carsforhomes@habitat.org or call 1-877-277-4344.