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Habitat Critical Home Repair

19 July 2009 3 Comments

This Saturday, July 18th, we joined Habitat for Humanity in their Critical Home Repair Project, a very special and unique effort that is changing the face of the Charlotte community with a more effective use of resources – sincerest thanks to all who came, especially to Jason, Reid, and Chris of Wachovia Financial, and Chad (our patient site leader). Unlike ‘new construction’ events, critical home repair can be completely unpredictable and full of (sometimes unpleasant) surprises, such as unevenly sistered trusses, rotting plywood, or an occasional volunteer who falls through the drywall (guilty). Nevertheless, it’s immensely rewarding to help people make home improvements, especially when they would never be able to afford them without Habitat’s help.

I hope to see you all at the next event! Safe and clean homes are some of the most essential aspects of a successful and enduring community and volunteers just like you help make working families realize this dream – great job!

Check out the slide-show for July 18th, 2009. Click on the album to download pictures directly from the public Picasa profile:

About Habitat For Humanity
Habitat for Humanity is an ecumenical Christian ministry founded on the conviction that every man, woman and child should have a decent, safe and affordable place to live. Habitat builds with people in need regardless of race or religion, and welcomes volunteers and supporters from all backgrounds. Find an event in your city today!

About Pledge For Moms
Every woman is a daughter and every man is a son – it is our duty to protect and advance the rights of women so that they may have the opportunity to give birth to and raise children in a safe and healthy environment. How would a boy remember his first day of school without her soft kisses and words of encouragement? How will a girl become a woman without her guidance and support? The Pledge For Moms Project is a non-profit website is tailored to encourage the online community to take part in raising awareness of the suffering of our sisters, daughters, and mothers across the globe and to set an example in the community. If you are interested in having a direct impact on decreasing maternal mortality rates in one of the most effected areas in the world, please DONATE to the Save-a-Mother Project. If you would like to become a micro-lender to a poor business-woman in need, make a difference through Kiva.org

3 Comments »

  • Mariya Nikiforova (author) said:

    I can’t believe I fell through the ceiling ;)

    22 July 2009
  • Sul said:

    believe it!

    22 July 2009
  • Kaisa said:

    we don’t have this is in my town and but it looks like great joy.many persons need help. ur very nice – K

    18 September 2009