Habitat for Humanity of Seattle-King & Kittitas Counties has initiated construction on a 58-unit affordable housing project named in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. The initiative is part of the organization's commitment to racial equity and fair housing, coming at a time when federal policy changes threaten funding for anti-discrimination efforts.

Amid reports that the Trump administration has frozen millions in federal funds under a criminal investigation of a clean energy financing program, Habitat for Humanity has joined other nonprofits in filing lawsuits to regain access to their funding. A federal judge has pressed the Justice Department to provide evidence justifying the freeze, casting the actions as politically motivated and authoritarian.

Habitat for Humanity leadership expressed serious concern over proposed federal funding cuts and signaled readiness to advocate for the preservation of federal funding essential for affordable housing. The nonprofit is preparing to take action if funding is withheld for reasons beyond contractual expirations, positioning itself as a defender of vulnerable communities.

On February 11, 2025, Habitat for Humanity mobilized over 450 advocates in Washington, D.C. to call on Congress to invest in new and existing tools—including its Homeownership Supply Accelerator and increased federal funding for housing programs—to address the affordable housing crisis in the United States.

Habitat for Humanity mobilized advocates in Washington, D.C. on February 6, 2024, urging Congressional lawmakers to adopt bipartisan policies and increase funding for affordable housing initiatives, including the Neighborhood Homes Investment Act. This action aims to address the severe housing shortage and support low- and moderate-income families.

Habitat for Humanity highlights its collaboration with media and entertainment partners to raise awareness about affordable housing and share homeowner stories through initiatives like 'The Carpenter’s Gift' and 'Last One Home'.