The Home Builders Association of Greater Kalamazoo, established in 1941, is the professional association for members of the housing industry in Kalamazoo, St. Joseph, and Van Buren Counties as well as the southern halves of Allegan and Barry Counties. Builder members consist of residential contractors, remodelers, and developers. Associate members represent all professions that support the home building industry.

The Home Builders Association of Greater Kalamazoo (HBAGK) exists so that members of the residential construction industry can ethically and efficiently provide our communities with safe, quality, and affordable housing. It is affiliated with the National Association of Home Builders [www.nahb.org] and the Michigan Association of Home Builders [www.buildingmichigan.org].

The vision of the organization is to advocate on behalf of members so they maximize their capability for success in the housing industry. The goals of the HBAGK are to promote home ownership, be a recognized voice of the community, support economic growth and development of the community, and to promote the professionalism of members in the industry.

Annually, the HBAGK produces the Home Expo and Parade of Homes. Members of the association present their businesses and finished homes to the community through these events. The organization and its members give back to the community through charity events such as, Fast-Built and Ramp-a-thon.