The Builder Newsletter Spring 2019

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Our First Multi-Family Home Construction of our first multi-family unit on Johnston Street in Christiansburg was completed this Fall. This duplex is home to two deserving families in the NRV. Each energy-efficient unit is 1500sqft., with 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths. This was our first attempt at building a multi-level unit. This experience allowed us to find efficiencies in cost and labor as we embark on our next project - The Homes on Church St. (See below) The Builder

HABITAT FACTS

1-in-3 households in the NRV spend more than 30% of their household income on housing costs and are therefore, considered “cost burdened“ This includes our teachers, librarians, and mail carriers, our bus drivers and retail managers, and many small business owners.

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Church Street Townhomes

Now introducing our biggest and most ambitious project to –date: The Homes on Church Street. This seven-unit townhome complex being built in Blacksburg will house income- qualified families. There will be two aging-in-place units with a bedroom on the first floor and easy access to public transportation. We began searching for land for this project four years ago, and financing was finally completed in 2018. We are currently searching for families and individuals to become Habitat homeowners for this project. Often, people do not believe they are a qualified Habitat Homebuyer until they learn more about us. We have found the best way to access qualified homebuyers is through word of mouth. So, help us spread the word. If you know someone interested in home ownership, tell them to call Habitat.

Every family deserves an affordable place to call home.

To join us in making affordable housing a reality in the NRV visit

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www.HabitatNRV.org

Our Homebuyers: Who They Are

Our homebuyers are hardworking people who put time and effort into building their own home and preparing for homeownership. They become part of the Habitat family and join the cycle of giving back by helping the next family. We are honored to partner with people like Tasha, who recently became a Habitat homeowner. When asked

Board of Directors

Mary Ann Bonadeo, Chairman

what it was like to build her own home, she replied “One in a million, because you don’t every day get that chance.” She also said that what she wanted people to know about giving to Habitat is that “Nothing is wasted. It’s all well done. Giving to Habitat changes lives.”

Kate Means, Vice Chair

Ted Koebel, Secretary David

Pynn, Treasurer

Qualified homebuyers have:

Don Mullins

• a steady income • on-time payment record • willing to work towards debt reduction and mortgage readiness We will help you: • Become financially literate through homebuyer/homeowner classes • Build a strong foundation for a better future through home-ownership If you are interested in buying a Habitat home, contact our office at (540) 381-1144 or e-mail to info@habitatnrv.org or visit www.habitatnrv.org

Tom Sherman

LB Day

Steve Jones

Bobby Parker

Crystal Hollins

Holly Lesko

Patrick Doan, VT Advisor

Management Staff

Spring Luncheon

Shelley Fortier, Executive Director

Thanks to everyone who joined us for our annual luncheon! We had 300 supporters turn out and we are very excited that so many were able to experience our first virtual ribbon cutting with

Sara Bohn, Deputy Director

Kim Snider, Outreach Manager

Pamela Joyner, Office Manager

our latest homebuyer. Additional thanks to our sponsor , Progress Street Builders , for making it all happen!

Joe Gruss, Construction Manager

Dan Crowder, Site Supervisor

Alicia Tiller, ReStore Manager

Jodie Rutzinski, Restore

1675 N Franklin St, Christiansburg 540.381.1144 ReStore 540.381.1155 www.HabitatNRV.org

SUSTAINABILITY!

Check out some of our sustainability events!

BLACKSBURG

Earth Day Repurposing Contest: April 27 We are jumping right into the green movement with our 6th annual

PRESBYTARIAN

repurposing contest in honor of Earth Day! Contestants should submit art or functional items using recycled materials for a reimagined product. We are excited to see new and creative ideas from this year’s participants! Submissions are accepted until April 25th.

BLACKSBURG UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

CHRISTIANSBURG PRESBYTARIAN CHURCH

Repair Café— April 27 The Habitat for Humanity ReStore and the New River Valley Timebank are proud to announce the next Repair Café on Saturday, April 27. Community members can bring up to three items to be assessed by volunteer repairers. Available services will include furniture repair, knife and tool sharpening, plant repotting, sewing, and small electronic repair. This is one of our favorite events because it brings community members together to fix broken household items, making them use-ful again and eliminating potential waste. Don’t throw it away, bring it to Repair Café! Event runs from 9am-3pm at the ReStore.

Please Keep in Mind ReStore is the primary fund- raiser for building Habitat homes. By donating your gently used furniture, appliances, lighting, cabi- nets or construction materi- als, you help families in your community achieve their dream of homeownership.

Recolor with the ReStore! Come try the ReStore’s newest product: Recolor paint! This 100% recycled content, high quality paint comes in a variety of beautiful interior and chalk finish colors! Recolor has a durable and washable finish. We also have three exterior paint colors! Make the most of your next project by picking up a gallon for just $19!

1675 N Franklin St Christiansburg, VA 24073 HabitatNRV.org

ENGAGE

Engage through giving. You can make an annual donation, a monthly donation, or make a one-time contribution. You can also engage in legacy giving through a Donor Directed Fund or an Endowment. All donations support our mission of building

strength , stability, and self—reliance through shelter. Use the QR code on the right to make an online donation through Habitat’s pledge site. You can also visit our website at habitatnrv.org. to make a pledge, or donate in person at the ReStore.

DID YOU KNOW? You can donate a car or a plot of land!

VOLUNTEER…..

There are volunteeropportunities at the build sites and in the ReStore. You can also coach families, help plan events, or join the Builder’s Club.