Wayne County PA Habitat for Humanity

03/02/2026

A huge “Thank you” to all who attended or supported the annual Hearts and Hammer gala event! Habitat is currently preparing to start construction on a partner family home. Contact any board member or call 570-470-0930 for further information or to volunteer.

03/02/2026

A huge “Thank you” to all who attended or supported the annual Hearts and Hammer gala event! Habitat is currently preparing to start construction on a partner family home. Contact any board member or call 570-470-0930 for further information or to volunteer.

02/02/2026

🎭💛 Hearts & Hammers Dinner – A Mardi Gras Celebration! 💛🎭
Join Habitat for Humanity of Wayne County for an unforgettable evening in support of affordable housing right here in our community!

📅 February 20, 2026
📍 6th & River | Honesdale, PA
🕕 Cocktail Hour: 6:00 PM
🍽️ Dinner: 7:00 PM

✨ Enjoy a lively Mardi Gras–themed night featuring:
🔨 Live & Silent Auctions
🎶 DJ & dancing
🍴 Delicious food by The Red School House

🎟️ Tickets: $65 per person, including appetizers, dinner, dessert, beer, wine, and soda.

Grab your friends, wear your festive flair, and help us build strength, stability, and self-reliance through shelter—one home at a time. 💜💛

👉 Tickets available now—don’t wait! Call Connie at 570-470-0641 or Vicki at 570-905-5041. RSVP by Feb 13th!

10/31/2025

Receiving special recognition at our volunteer appreciation event were Mary Moran, Anna Van Acker, Tammy Kenowski, Diane Scarfalloto and Ryan Rutledge. The Golden Hammer for 2025 was awarded to a very surprised Cindy Palko.

10/31/2025

Habitat for Humanity of Wayne County celebrated volunteers at a lovely evening October 21, 2025, at the Here and Now Brewing Company . Receiving special recognition were Mary Moran, Anna Van Acker, Tammy Kenowski,Diane Scarfalloto and Ryan Rutledge. The Golden Hammer for 2025 was awarded to a very surprised Cindy Palko!

10/09/2025

🎉 Habitat for Humanity Volunteer Appreciation Night! 🏠💙

We’re raising a glass to you — our amazing volunteers who help build homes, community, and hope all year long!

📅 Date: Tuesday, October 21, 2025
🕕 Time: 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 Location: Here & Now Brewing Co., Honesdale

Come enjoy great food, local brews, and an evening of gratitude as we celebrate everything you do to make our mission possible.

✨ Please RSVP by October 20th so we can plan accordingly.

Let’s celebrate our Habitat heroes together! 💚

04/10/2025

🎉💼 It's that time of year! 💼🎉

Habitat for Humanity of Wayne County presents:
🎀 Designer Purse BINGO 2025! 🎀

🗓 Friday, May 9th, 2025
📍 Camp Ladore PARC Pavilion, Waymart
⏰ Doors open at 6:00 PM, Games begin at 7:00 PM

Your chance to win gorgeous designer purses while enjoying delicious food, fun door prizes, 50/50 raffle, and of course… a fabulous night of Purse BINGO!

🎟 Tickets:
$30 in advance | $35 at the door
Pick yours up at:
✅ People Security Bank & Trust (Main Street, Honesdale)
✅ Wayne Bank (Main Street, Honesdale)
✅ The Honesdale National Bank (Main Street Office)

📞 Questions? Contact:
Ellen: 570-470-1956 | Connie: 570-470-0641

03/17/2025

🏡 Now Accepting Applications for Homeownership! 🏡

Are you dreaming of owning a home? Our program offers hardworking families the opportunity to build and buy a home through an affordable, interest-free mortgage. By partnering with us, you’ll take an active role in constructing your future home, creating a safe and stable place for your family to grow and thrive.

Our Family Selection Committee carefully reviews all applications without discrimination, ensuring fairness for all applicants.

📌 How to Apply:
✅ Visit our website for the application and instructions.
https://www.hfhwcpa.org/application.html
✅ Read and understand the application materials.
✅ Complete the application form in full.
✅ Submit copies of all required documents.

📬 Return your completed application by mail to:
📍 PO Box 407, Honesdale, PA 18431

📞 Need help or have questions? Call us at 570-470-0930!

Take the first step toward homeownership today! 🏠✨

Thank you for your interest in applying for homeownership through our program. By partnering with us, the family actively works on the construction of their own home funded by our organization. In...

02/10/2025

A big thank you to all who came out to support Habitat at our "Beat the Winter Blues BBQ" last Friday. The funds raised from our silent auction, live auction, and 50/50 will make a huge impact on our community here in Wayne County!

01/07/2025

🌟 Volunteer Recognition Dinner - November 21, 2024 🌟

On November 21, 2024, Habitat of Wayne County recognized our incredible volunteers at the annual Volunteer Recognition Dinner held at Grace Episcopal Parish Hall. 🍽️❤️ Delicious food and fellowship were enjoyed by all!

🏆 The Golden Hammer Award was presented to David Ford for his exceptional dedication.

Also honored were these amazing individuals:

🔨 Golden Hammer for 2024: Dave Ford
- Going above and beyond 👏

🍽️ Court St. Martin #18, Catholic Daughters
-Providing lunches for the work crews - House #23 🏠

🍽️ St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church
-Providing lunches for the work crews - House #23 🏠

🏗️ Dr. Paul Diamond
-For his help in securing the donation of building materials 🛠️

📐 Gary Packer, PLS
-For his donation of surveying the East St., Honesdale property 🗺️

💼 Paul Hartung
-For his ongoing service and commitment to Habitat’s mission and long-time dedicated Board Member, Emeritus 🙌

⚖️ John and Kim Martin, Attorneys at Law
-For their continued donation of legal services 📜

🔧 Tad Moser
-For his help on the building crew 🔨

📣 Anna Van Acker, Publicity Chair
-For her social media support 💻

📻 George Schmitt
-For allowing Habitat to be on his radio program to promote our events 🎙️

🏃 Ron and Tina VanDeLinde
-For their assistance at the annual 5k run/walk 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️

💡 Janet Salkoskas
-For her commitment to the Resource Development Committee 🤝

⚖️ John Martin, Jr., Esq
-For his dedicated service to the Board of Directors since 2019
-Served as Vice President from 2019 - 2024 🙌

📊 Mike Rollison
For his dedicated service to the Board of Directors since 2017
-Served as Vice President from 2018 - 2019
-Served as President from 2019 - 2024 👏

🙏 Thank you all for your service to our great community! 🙏

11/15/2024

📅 Save the Dates! 🗓️

You won’t want to miss these exciting upcoming events! 🎉

👉 November 21, 2024 @ 6PM
Volunteer Dinner at Grace Episcopal Church, Honesdale

👉 February 7, 2025 @ 6PM
Beat the Winter Blues BBQ at 6th & River, Honesdale
🎶 Live & silent auctions, music, 50/50, raffle, and more!
🍴 Indulge in apps, dinner, desserts, and an open bar!

👉 May 23, 2025 @ Time TBD
Purse Bingo at Lake Ladore, Waymart
💼 Pre-purchase tickets for $30 or $35 at the door.

💬 Questions or tickets? Call:
📞 Connie Petraitis: 570-470-0641
📞 Vicki Johannes: 570-905-5041

Mark your calendars and get ready for a great time! 🎊