Through Shelter, We Empower
Habitat homeowners help build their own homes alongside volunteers and pay an affordable mortgage.

Through Shelter,
We Empower
Habitat homeowners help build their own homes alongside volunteers and pay an affordable mortgage.
Vision
A world where everyone has a decent place to live.
Mission
Seeking to put God’s love into action, Habitat for Humanity brings people together to build homes, communities and hope.
Our Story
Founded in 1998 by community members who recognized the need for affordable housing, Habitat for Humanity of Island County has grown from a small community affiliate to a county-wide organization.
Through partnerships with businesses, churches, civic organizations, military service members, and community members, Island County Habitat has provided decent, affordable homeownership to more than 70 local families. Dozens of struggling homeowners have been able to safely remain in their homes because of the critical repairs performed by our dedicated staff and volunteers.
Support from the Island County Community is what fuels our efforts. Generosity in the form of monetary gifts, volunteer support at build sites and in the stores, donations of household items and furniture to our stores, and participation on our Board of Directors and committees are just some of the ways our community helps families in need of decent, affordable housing.
Habitat for Humanity International is a nonprofit Christian housing organization. All who desire to be a part of this work are welcome, regardless of religious preference or background. We have a policy of building with people in need regardless of race or religion. We welcome volunteers and supporters from all backgrounds.
Help Families Thrive
Board of Directors
Gary Wray
Chairperson
Owner
Laser Construction
Jason Joiner
Vice-Chairperson
Vice President Commercial Banking
Peoples Bank
Carrie Potter
Treasurer
Owner/Therapist, Carrie Potter Counseling & Consulting
Jennifer Hunt
Secretary
Principal
Broadview Elementary
Brian Hunt
Director
Director of Facilities
Oak Harbor Public Schools
Marcia Fakkema
Director
Branch Relationship Manager
Heritage Bank
Julia Price
Director
Office Manager
Island Property Management
Craig Olson
Director
Retired Chief
United States NAVY
Administrative Staff
Orin Kolaitis
Chief Executive Officer
Liz Chaffin
Chief Development Officer
Lori Stahl
Family Services Manager
Michelle Tull
Office Manager
Lauren Taffer
Marketing and Communications Manager
Construction
Scott Givens
Chief Program Officer
Brian Sanderson
Construction Site Manager: New Construction
Habitat Stores
Patrick Ford
Chief Operating Officer
Oak Harbor Store
Rocky Hall
Oak Harbor Store Manager
Cheryl Michielle
Store Associate
Wayne Hill
Online Store Manager
Angelica Butler
Store Associate
Freeland Store
TBD
Freeland Store Manager