About HYP

Who We Are 

The Habitat Young Professionals [HYP] of Dane County is a diverse group of young professionals who share resources, time and talents to make a difference in the Madison community. We are dedicated to improving the world around us by helping families through giving a hand up not a hand out. HYP is building the next generation of Habitat volunteers, donors, and leaders. We host regular social hours, fundraising and volunteer opportunities. Join us in our mission, and network for a cause!

History of HYP

The first Habitat Young Professionals groups started at the Cincinnati Habitat for Humanity Affiliates in 2005 and in Austin in 2006. HYP of Dane County is one of 22 Habitat Young Professional groups around the country. The HYP Dane County Steering Committee began meeting in early 2009 and was composed of individuals interested in expanding Young Professionals’ involvement in Habitat. HYP of Dane County was founded in November of 2009. A HYP Board of Directors was appointed in September of 2010.

In one year The Habitat Young Professionals of Dane County has raised over $30,000 and recruited 36 active members range in age from early 20’s to late 30’s. The HYP volunteer committee recruited volunteers hosting nine HYP build days on Habitat Sites and reaching out to partner with the Salvation Army and Project Home. HYP volunteers logged well over 1000 hours in 2010.

The HYP Events committee organized multiple successful fundraising and social events. Including monthly themed social hours, HYP water station at the Madison Marathon, The Professional Challenge Golf Outing held in June, and our 2^nd Annual HYP Wine Tasting & Membership Drive held in November.

Our mission

The mission of HYP is to enrich Habitat for Humanity of Dane County's partnerships by providing opportunities for young professionals to volunteer, advocate, and network with other positively-minded young professionals.