ADVOCACY
Build homes. Change systems.
More families should be able to afford a home in the community they help make strong. Together, we can advance policies that put homeownership within reach.
Why we advocate
Building homes is part of the solution. Public policy also shapes what gets built, who can buy a home and whether families can stay in it.
Habitat for Humanity - Spokane brings our community's voice to housing policy conversations at the local, state and federal levels.
Our advocacy priorities
Affordable Homes Supply
Increase the supply of affordable homes and preserve affordability for the future.
- Land and construction resources
- Fewer barriers to homebuilding
- Long-term affordability
Equitable Homeownership Access
Remove barriers that keep people from becoming homeowners.
- Down payment assistance
- Fair lending and access to credit
- Support for underserved communities
Homeownership Resilience
Help homeowners stay in their homes and build lasting stability.
- Critical home repairs
- Housing cost pressures
- Climate resilience
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Advocacy resources
2026 WA State Legislative Agenda
2025 Legislative Report
Habitat's National Policy Platform
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Habitat Voices in Action
From our advocacy work
Habitat’s Commitment: Anti-Racism
Habitat for Humanity is more than just a nonprofit housing ministry. Our shared vision of a world where everyone has a decent place to live can’t be...
Spokane City Passes HB1590
The Spokane City Council passed, 6-1, a sales and use tax that will generate nearly $6M annually for affordable housing. The city has long...
2025 Legislative Victories for Affordable Homeownership
The 2025 Washington State Legislative Session delivered major wins for affordable homeownership. Over the course of the session, Habitat-Spokane...