How does Greater Cleveland Habitat for Humanity select families for homes?

The organization selects hard-working, low-income families who demonstrate a need for affordable housing, a willingness to partner in the building process, and a commitment to homeownership. Families must meet income requirements and participate in the construction of their home.

Where does Greater Cleveland Habitat for Humanity operate?

The organization serves communities across Cuyahoga County and Lorain County in Ohio. Founded in Cleveland in 1987, the organization expanded its service area to include Lorain County in 2022.

How can volunteers get involved with the organization?

The organization engages over 1,250 volunteers annually in home construction, rehabilitation projects, advocacy work, and community outreach. Volunteers participate in building homes, supporting families, and promoting fair housing policies.

What is the financial model for Habitat homes?

Greater Cleveland Habitat for Humanity builds and rehabilitates affordable homes using volunteer labor, donated materials, and charitable contributions. Families partner in building their homes and purchase them through affordable mortgages, creating pathways to financial stability.

Greater Cleveland Habitat For Humanity

Cleveland, OH · Founded 1987

Building and rehabbing affordable homes for hardworking lowincome families

Primary audience

Low-income families

Work area

Housing development

Topic

Affordable homeownership

Contact

John Litten

Website Contact

About Organization

Seeking to put God's love into action by bringing people together to build homes, communities, and hope in Cleveland and Lorain Counties. Based in Cleveland, OH, the organization gives families a path towards financial stability and safety through affordable homeownership. Operating with $9.0 million in annual revenue and 91 employees plus 1,251 volunteers.

What They Focus On

Affordable Housing

Eliminating substandard housing through construction and rehabilitation of homes for low-income families

Community Revitalization

Strengthening neighborhoods across Cuyahoga and Lorain County through housing development and advocacy

Family Stability

Creating pathways to financial security and lasting legacies through affordable homeownership

Financial Information

Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.

Revenue (2023)

$9.0M

-7.5% vs 2022

Expenses (2023)

$7.9M

-2.3% vs 2022

Assets (2023)

$24.5M

+13.6% vs 2022

Employees (2023)

-14.2% vs 2022

Year	Revenue	Expenses	Assets	Employees
2023	$8,959,199	$7,851,730	$24,513,435	91
2022	$9,690,185	$8,033,928	$21,581,021	106
2021	$10,235,729	$6,790,618	$19,707,491	109
2020	$6,767,450	$6,170,118	$11,960,591	71
2019	$7,039,454	$5,381,878	$11,514,203	72
2018	$6,123,187	$5,435,059	$7,931,365	75

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.

01

Family Selection

Identify low-income families committed to partnering in building their own affordable homes
02

Community Partnership

Mobilize volunteers, donors, and local organizations to support construction and rehabilitation efforts
03

Home Building

Construct and rehabilitate homes using volunteer labor and sustainable building practices
04

Homeownership Support

Provide ongoing education and resources to ensure long-term family stability and community revitalization

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by Greater Cleveland Habitat For Humanity

Home Construction

Building new affordable homes for hard-working, low-income families seeking stability and homeownership

Home Rehabilitation

Repairing and upgrading existing homes to meet safety standards and improve living conditions

Volunteer Programs

Engaging over 1,250 volunteers annually in construction, advocacy, and community outreach activities

Housing Advocacy

Promoting fair housing policies and providing training and resources to improve community housing access

Family Support Services

Offering pathways to financial stability through homeownership education and long-term family support

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind Greater Cleveland Habitat For Humanity.

Contact the team Contact

John Litten

President/CEO

Full-time

Compensation: $233,844

Peggy Sobul

Chief Development Officer

Full-time

Compensation: $121,454

Michael Owendoff

Chairperson

5 hrs/week

Milestones

1987

Organization Founded

1987

Group of volunteers established organization to revitalize Cuyahoga County neighborhoods

2021

Revenue Peak

2021

Achieved highest annual revenue of $10.2 million with 109 employees

2022

Mission Expansion

2022

Extended services to families and neighborhoods in Lorain County

2023

Current Operations

2023

Operating with 91 employees and 1,251 volunteers serving two-county region

Associated People

Board members, advisors, and key contributors

Board of Directors

Adam Nazette Director 2.00 hrs/week

Adam Primm Director 2.00 hrs/week

Amy Whitacre Director 2.00 hrs/week

Art Lidrose Director 2.00 hrs/week

Ashley Gault Vice Chair/ Treasurer 5.00 hrs/week

Bethany Germano Director 2.00 hrs/week

Bryan Dardis Director 2.00 hrs/week

David Rubis Director 2.00 hrs/week

Jay Nordholt Vice Chair/ Secretary 5.00 hrs/week

Kevin Campbell Director 2.00 hrs/week

Kim White Director 2.00 hrs/week

Mike Solecki Director 2.00 hrs/week

Nicholas House Director 2.00 hrs/week

Robert Walker Director 2.00 hrs/week

Sarah Shaikh Director 2.00 hrs/week

Spencer Krebs Director 2.00 hrs/week

Stephanie Nickerson Director 2.00 hrs/week

Tonya Perkins-Stoudemire Director 2.00 hrs/week

Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.

Executive Compensation

Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990

Total Reported (2023)

$374K

Highest Paid

$243K

John Litten

Compensated Officers

Name	Title	Base	Other	Total	Hrs/Wk
John Litten	President/CEO	$233,844	$9,185	$243,029	40
Peggy Sobul	Chief Development Officer	$121,454	$9,185	$130,639	40

Name	Title	Base	Other	Total	Hrs/Wk
John Habat	President/CEO	$257,440	$1,200	$258,640	40
Peggy Sobul	Chief Development Officer	$110,721	$9,685	$120,406	40
John Litten	President/CEO	$43,544	$2,027	$45,571	40

Name	Title	Base	Other	Total	Hrs/Wk
John Habat	President/CEO	$229,133	$20,927	$250,060	40
Peggy Sobul	Chief Development Officer	$105,804	$15,398	$121,202	40

Name	Title	Base	Other	Total	Hrs/Wk
John Habat	President/CEO	$217,610	$18,887	$236,497	4
Peggy Sobul	Chief Development Officer	$101,617	$13,384	$115,001	4

Name	Title	Base	Other	Total	Hrs/Wk
John Habat	President/CEO	$214,732	$17,186	$231,918	4

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. Compensation includes base and other reported compensation.

Partners & Funders

Grant funding relationships from IRS Form 990 filings

$1.0M Grants Received

6 Organizations

Top Funders

6 total

Habitat For Humanity International Inc.

$454K

The Cleveland Foundation

$311K

Higley Fund Of The Cleveland Foundation

$145K

Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund

$98K

Charities Aid Foundation America

$10K

Enterprise Community Partners Inc.

$6K

Habitat For Humanity International Inc. The Cleveland Foundation Higley Fund Of The Cleveland Foundation Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund Charities Aid Foundation America Enterprise Community Partners Inc.

Source: IRS Form 990 Schedule I filings. Amounts may span multiple tax years.

Lobbying Activity

Lobbying Disclosure Act registrations

5 Registrations

4 Clients

Clients 4 total

Habitat For Humanity International, Inc..

2 filings

Knoxville Habitat For Humanity

1 filing

New Orleans Area Habitat For Humanity

1 filing

Nvg, LLC (On Behalf Of Habitat For Humanity International, Inc..)

1 filing

Source: Senate Office of Public Records — Lobbying Disclosure Act

Contact

Get in touch with Greater Cleveland Habitat For Humanity

Email

[email protected]

Phone

(216) 429-1299

Social

Visit Website

2110 W 110th Street Cleveland, OH 44102

Greater Cleveland Habitat For Humanity

What They Focus On

Financial Information

How They Work

Family Selection

Community Partnership

Home Building

Homeownership Support

Programs and Initiatives

Home Construction

Home Rehabilitation

Volunteer Programs

Housing Advocacy

Family Support Services

Team & Leadership

John Litten

Peggy Sobul

Michael Owendoff

Milestones

Organization Founded

Revenue Peak

Mission Expansion

Current Operations

Associated People

Board of Directors

Executive Compensation

Partners & Funders

Top Funders

Related Organizations

Disregarded Entities

Lobbying Activity

Clients 4 total

Contact

Email

Phone

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