Inspired by their belief in building a strong community, Hayden Homes founded First Story to help deserving individuals and families in need achieve the dream of homeownership.

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.

Hayden Homes team members are passionate about First Story’s mission. Over 90% of team members generously contribute to First Story through a regular payroll deduction. Hayden Homes is proud to provide a 100% company match for every donated dollar.

Together, alongside Hayden Homes and Simplicity by Hayden Homes, First Story works to make homeownership possible for hardworking families who have been priced out of the places they love.
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Across the Northwest, home prices are now more than five times higher than what a median-income family can afford, forcing many households to spend up to 70% of their income just to keep a roof over their heads. Nurses, teachers, caregivers, and service workers—people who keep our communities running—are struggling to stay in the communities they serve.

To date, this partnership has created 128 homeownership opportunities for families across the Northwest.

Hayden Homes exists to Give As You Go™ so together we build a strong community and lead fulfilled lives.

With every new Hayden home purchase, Hayden Homes will make a donation through the Give As You Go™ fund, and a portion of that is directed back to First Story to help address housing solutions.

The Give As You Go™ Fund unites Hayden Homes’ long-standing commitment to community through every home built, First Story, supporting local nonprofit organizations, and partnerships that strengthen the communities they serve.

Choosing Hayden Homes isn't just a real estate decision—it's a way to actively participate in making your community better!