Habitat For Humanity International Inc

Guidelines for implementing the above mentioned Purposes are as follows:

1. Believing that the work of Habitat for Humanity of Valencia County is inspired by the Holy Spirit, we understand that the purposes express the hope that others may be grasped and led in yet unforeseen ministries by the Holy Spirit.
2. Adequate Housing as used in the purposes means housing and much more, and includes total environment, e.g., economic development, compassionate relationships, health, energy development, etc. To effect positive changes in the total environment Habitat works in cooperation with other agencies which have expertise in those specific areas.
3. The term cooperation used in Habitat's stated purposes should be defined in terms of partnership:
a. Partnership implies the right of all parties to engage in vigorous negotiation and development of mutually agreed upon goals and procedures. The negotiation in partnership should occur with each organization.
b. Partnership further implies that all employees of the affiliate have an equal vested interest in the success of the affiliate.
c. Partnership also includes a partnership with Habitat for Humanity International through the agreement to HFHI's covenant, tithing to overseas Habitat affiliates and reporting information on a timely basis. Habitat for Humanity of Valencia County shall participate in training events with other Habitat affiliates and the Regional Office at staff and Board levels.
d. Partnership also includes a willingness to support other Habitat affiliates through involvement with Habitat for Humanity of New Mexico, open communications with other Habitat for Humanity affiliates in the region and around the country, the open sharing of ideas and information, sharing leads on resources whenever appropriate, respecting other affiliates boundaries and supporting the Regional Office.
e. Habitat's position is one of responding to the express needs of a people in a given area who are seeking a partnership relationship with the affiliate, including volunteers, families, churches and organizations. A primary concern is the respect for a person's culture, vision and dignity.
f. The affiliate shall establish a "Fund for Humanity" to construct homes for families in need and sell these homes at no profit and no interest. Each Fund shall be funded through contributions, grants, in-kind donations, interest free loans. The affiliate may operate enterprises which generate funds for home constructions and operating expenses.