| Loaves and Fishes |
Vol. 37, March 2009 |
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| Engage State Elected Officials in Habitat's Mission |
 March 18th 8-4 - Day Under the Dome In partnership with Housing Colorado! and 5 other statewide entities, Habitat Colorado (HFHC) is sponsoring Day Under the Dome. Affordable housing advocates from around the state can learn about lobbying and bills currently at the Capitol affecting people living in poverty and affordable housing. Register by March 13th. For more information go to www.housingcolorado.org or contact kim@habitatcolorado.org. April 1st 12-1:30 Habitat Colorado Legislative Luncheon -  Sponsored by Federal Home Loan Bank
All State and US Legislators and their aides are invited to attend lunch with Habitat affiliates and homeowners. The program includes a description of the Habitat model, stories from homeowners, and information on the 1000 Homes campaign. During these economic times, it is more important than ever to interface with elected officials, and your presence at the lunch helps us make the statewide case for housing. Attend this free lunch, thanks to Federal Home Loan Bank, in Denver and bring a homeowner. RSVP to kim@habitatcolorado.org by March 18th!
Habitat for Humanity of Colorado is endorsing House Bill 1064, which would establish a legislative task force to study poverty with the goal of reducing the number of Coloradans living in poverty by 50% by 2019. If you would like more information or would like your affilate to endorse this legislation, contact Kim Cooke at kim@habitatcolorado.org. | |
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| Legislative Awareness Campaign 2009 |
Advocacy Training - March 27th, 10am - 2pmCome prepared to talk with your elected officials at HFHC's Legislative Luncheon. The training will cover what advocacy is and isn't, different strategies for advocacy, what other Habitat's are doing and an interactive session around meeting with legislators. Cost is $10, we will meet at Loveland Habitat for Humanity. RSVP to kim@habitatcolorado.org by March 20th or call 303-454-8965 ext 6. Habitat Builds Colorado Day - April 18th
April 18th is Habitat Builds Colorado Day and all across the state Habitat affiliates will be asking their elected officials to participate in builds and/or wine and cheese, town hall meetings, ground breaking ceremonies, and dedications. HFHC and Habitat for Humanity Metro Denver are working on a joint media event at Metro Denver's first two LEED homes, and have extended an invitation to the Governor. HFHC will be sending out press release templates closer to the event. First, HFHC needs information about your event. Visit the Legislative Awareness Campaign website to download the form. Please return the form by March 18th to kim@habitatcolorado.org. |
| Register for Camp Colorado 2009! |
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| Affiliate Award Dinner Nominations Due April 1 |
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Win $1,500 for Your Affiliate at Camp Colorado 2009
Habitat for Humanity of Colorado annually recognizes one outstanding volunteer each year whose selfless passion and commitment truly advanced the mission of Habitat for Humanity through the Lee Kundtz Award. Last year HFHC announced the addition of two new awards to acknowledge the accomplishments of affiliates and leaders across the state - Nicholson Award for Innovation in Capacity Building (for an Affiliate or ReStore) and the Leadership Award for Executive Directors. The affiliate who wins the Nicholson Award will receive $1,500! The recipients of these awards will be honored at the HFHC Award Dinner at Camp Colorado: Much to Celebrate-More to Build on Friday, May 8, 2009.
What a great way to highlight your affiliate's work, share lessons learned, and garner some much deserved recognition for those individuals who are the heart of Habitat! To receive a nomination form please email karen@habitatcolorado.org. |
| Grants Management Corner for Affiliates |
 A Kind Reminder for Affiliates to Thank Habitat Colorado Donors When You Receive a Grant
Now more than ever it is important to let donors know how important their contributions are to your work. If your projects receive pass through grants from Habitat Colorado's donors, please send them a thank you directly. It never hurts for our donors to hear thanks from the local affiliate, in addition to thanks from the Habitat Colorado office. The contact information for these donors is on the grant application checklist you submit to HFHC. |
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| Habitat Colorado Affiliate Website Has Been Redesiged
In response to affiliate feedback, Habitat Colorado (HFHC) has redesigned our affiliate website http://www.habitatcolorado.org/AffiliateSecureArea/index.shtml. This restricted access portion of our website now has the same design and layout of our public and Board websites. In addition, each area of HFHC's service to affiliates is laid out in a much more user friendly manner than the old site, which had not been redesigned for years.
Affiliates who need a user name and password for the website should contact Irene Perez Law at irene@habitatcolorado.org. She would also be happy to hear any feedback about the new site.
Stefka Fanchi Chosen as One of Midwest CEO's Most Influential Women
 Stefka Fanchi, Executive Director of Habitat Colorado (HFHC), will appear in a March special edition of Midwest CEO. She was chosen by the magazine's editors and a panel of experts as one of the year's Most Influential Women in the Midwest. She joins a group of 49 other women chosen to receive this distinguished accolade. |
| Fun Fund and Friendraising Ideas |
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Affiliate Successes in Challenging Times
 Flatirons HFH just hosted its fourth annual Holy Smokes clergy cooking competition. This year's event, attended by over 400 people, raised 35% more than the competition last year! The clergy chef whose 'tip jar' raised the most money for Flatirons HFH was deemed the winner.
Jan Hawley, Flatirons HFH's Development Director, attributes the amazing growth of the event to several factors:
1. It helps having a dedicated VISTA member, volunteer, or staff member focused on congregational outreach.
2. Our Faith Connections Committee plans and implements this event each year.
3. We have changed our focus from recruiting pastors to recruiting congregations to participate.
4. This was also the 4th year; we're beginning to get a solid base of supporters that grows each year.
5. It's a family oriented, church based event.
6. Now that we've had a few different winners, the rivalry is a fun aspect and church members come out and support their pastor!
Berthoud HFH Co-Founder Chosen as Berthoud Citizen of the Year
Recently retired HFH Berthoud co-founder and board member Peter Bridgman received the Berthoud Citizen of the Year Award at the Berthoud Chamber of Commerce award dinner on January 24th. Visit our Affiliates in the News section on our website to read more http://www.habitatcolorado.org/AffiliateSecureArea/news.shtml.
Berthoud Habitat for Humanity recently completed their second home thanks in part to Peter's dedication to the organization and to many local and statewide donors and volunteers that helped construct it. |
| Training Calendar |
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 Family Selection Basics
March 21, 2009, 10 am Glenwood Springs Hosted by HFH of Roaring Fork Valley and HFHC For more information email karen@habitatcolorado.org
Restore Networking Meeting
Tuesday, March 24, 2pm
Flatirons Habitat Thrift Store
Strategic Advocacy Training
March 27, 2009 10 am - 2 pm HFHC and Loveland HFH. RSVP to kim@habitatcolorado.org or call 303 454 8965 ext 6 for more information.
Plan to Attend Camp Colorado- Much to Celebrate-More to Build!
May 6 - 9, 2009Estes Park Highlights include: Jonathan Reckford, HFHI CEO; Networking Café & Exhibit Hall; National Director of Paraguay; Over 20 workshops; Executive Director Retreat; A Great 1000 Home Celebration! |
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