Inspired by our belief in building a strong community, we founded First Story to help deserving individuals and families in need achieve the dream of home ownership.
Since Hayden Homes founded First Story in 1998, the nonprofit has been providing affordable homeownership opportunities for under-resourced families across the Northwest, empowering them to build financial stability and break the cycle of generational poverty. When you choose to purchase a Hayden Home, you are helping to provide a family the opportunity for homeownership.
128 under-resourced families served
80% first in their family to own a home
100% families served earn less than 80% of area median income
First Story is committed to providing affordable homeownership opportunities to under-resourced families in the Northwest, breaking cycles of generational poverty. First Story has served more than 125 deserving families and awarded millions of dollars in grants to nonprofits working to strengthen their community.
First Story is focused on removing barriers and providing access to the life-changing value of homeownership. 100% of First Story homeowners earn less than 80% of area median income and are first-time homebuyers.
Hayden Homes team members are passionate about First Story’s mission. Over 85% of our team members generously contribute to this worthwhile non-profit through a regular payroll deduction. Hayden Homes is proud to provide a 100% company match for every donated dollar.
Through First Story, Hayden Homes also partners with local government agencies, local housing authorities, nonprofits and helps deserving families realize their dreams of home ownership.
First Story is a 501c3 Oregon non-profit corporation, located in Bend, OR and operating throughout OR, WA, ID & MT. Our Tax ID number is 91-1755886. First Story is registered with Washington State’s Charities Program as required by law and additional information is available by calling 360-725-0377 or visiting https://ccfs.sos.wa.gov/#/. For more information about your donation, email info@firststory.org.