| Loaves and Fishes |
Vol. 38, April 2009 |
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| Conference Registration Still Open |
Registration for Camp Colorado: Much to Celebrate-More to Build is still open visit www.habitatcolorado.org. Registration after April 1 is $125 and does not include housing. The final registration deadline is Monday, April 20th.
The conference will take place in Estes Park, CO from May 6-9, 2009. We are looking forward to another exciting conference with great content, opportunities to network & learn about new resources, wonderful speakers and lots of fun!  A highlight of the conference will be the CHFA Networking Café and Exhibit Hall, Friday, May 8 8:30 am- 12 pm in Willome Hall. Enjoy a cup of coffee while networking with peers, sharing best practices and visiting with our great exhibitors. The Networking Café will feature coffee by Luna Roasters.
HFHC is grateful to the following exhibitors for their participation in Camp Colorado: Much to Celebrate-More to Build: Destinations West, Habitat for Humanity of Colorado, HFHI- Building Industry Relations, HFHI- Build Louder, HFHI- Tithe Department, Housing Colorado!, J & R Graphics, Mile High Community Loan Fund, Prison Partnership, Crowley Correctional Facility, Rage Unlimited, TrueSense Marking, Tomboy Tools, Unity Business Networks, and Whirlpool. | |
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| Lunching with Legislators |
 Commonly known as April Fool's Day, April 1st marked Habitat Colorado's 4th Annual Legislative Luncheon. The luncheon was sponsored by Federal Home Loan Bank of Topeka, and held at First Baptist Church of Denver, conveniently located across the street from the State Capitol. Of the 80 attendees, 38 were legislators or aides, 30 were staff representing nine affiliates plus HFHC, and five were homeowners. This was a great chance for affiliates to meet with their legislators and for homeowners to share their Habitat story. State Representative Kefalas, made remarks about affordable housing and the link to poverty, and how we help lift families out of poverty. Thanks to all who made the luncheon a great success and to Atlanta Bread Company for providing a great lunch! |
| Habitat Builds Colorado Day - 2009 |
 Despite the down turn in the housing market, Habitat for Humanity keeps on building homes. One of the reasons for Habitat's continued success is the partnerships formed with local, state and national elected officials. As the Gubernatorial Proclamation declares, April 18th, 2009 is Habitat Builds Colorado Day (HBCD). Fourteen affiliates are participating this year: Routt County HFH, HFH Metro Denver, HFH of Eagle and Lake Counties, Gunnison Valley HFH, HFH La Plata, HFH Montrose, HFH Telluride Region, Fort Collins HFH, Flatirons HFH, Loveland HFH, HFH St. Vrain Valley, Berthoud HFH, Greeley Area HFH, and HFH of Estes Valley. HFHC and HFH Metro Denver will be holding a joint press event, on the construction site of their first LEED certified homes. Contact Kim Cooke to find out more about each event. You can contact her at 303-454-8965 ex. 6 or kim@habitatcolorado.org. |
| Jamba Juice/Habitat Fundraiser April 9 |
 Habitat Colorado is excited to announce that on April 9th, all corporate Jamba Juice locations from Denver north to Fort Collins will be hosting a fundraiser for Habitat for Humanity of Colorado to benefit the 1000 Homes Campaign. On that day, 20% of the sales from all customers who mention the fundraiser will be donated to Habitat for Humanity of Colorado. For more information about participating locations please email Habitat Colorado volunteer, Kalie Nutini at kalie.nutini@colorado.edu.
Habitat Colorado would like to thank Jamba Juice for its enthusiasm to partner with Habitat and help build safe, decent, affordable homes for Coloradans. We look forward to expanding the partnership in the future to include Jamba Juice stands at affiliate ReStores and events. |
| Grants Management Corner for Affiliates |
 Foreclosure Prevention Funds Available to Habitat Homeowners
Colorado Housing Assistance Corporation (CHAC) has partnered with Habitat Colorado (HFHC) to allow Habitat homeowners access to their foreclosure prevention loan pool. These funds are limited, but CHAC will find out this month if they have received more funding for the program.
CHAC's Foreclosure Prevention Loan program helps low to moderate income homeowners keep their home in the face of a hardship via a secured loan that brings the homeowner's mortgage current, allowing homeowner to resume regular monthly payments.
Qualifying Criteria
Loan to value not to exceed 105%
Debt to Income ratio not to exceed 50%
Income criteria has to be met, though all Habitat customers will qualify
Cause for delinquency has been resolved
Terms of the loan
6% rate
10 year term
Monthly payments can range from $50 to 110.
Cost for loan is $300
Referral process
1. Habitat client and Habitat affiliate assess loan to value.
2. Habitat client should contact Charlotte, and be prepared to provide current income records, bank statements, budget, explanation for delinquency, market analysis, and last year's tax return.
3. CHAC will set up an appointment, collecting all information and then determine qualifying ability.
4. CHAC will contact person at Habitat regarding status of request.
Application Process
Contact Charlotte O'Donnell
CHAC Programs Coordinator - charlotte@coloradohousingassistance.org
670 Santa Fe Drive, Denver, 80204
303-572-9445 x23
303-573-9214 Fax |
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| Habitat Colorado Welcomes New Volunteers Sarah Geduldig and Kalie Nutini
This month, Habitat for Humanity of Colorado welcomes two new volunteers to our team. Sarah Geduldig is currently finishing her senior year at the University of Denver. Her main focus will be to help with HFHC events. If you attended the Legislative Luncheon on April 1, you may have met her at the registration table.
Kalie Nutini is working on her degree in International Relations at the University of Colorado. She has worked to create our new Jamba Juice fundraiser and researched other possible corporate partners.
HFHC would like to thank Sarah and Kalie for giving their time to help Habitat. It is only because of people like them and all our other volunteers, who give their time so generously, that Habitat for Humanity can successfully help low-income families find a decent place to call home.
Irene Perez Law Selected for Energy Leadership Program
Habitat Colorado is proud to announce that our very own Irene Perez Law has been selected to participate in the National Renewable Energy Laboratory 2009 Executive Energy Leadership Program.
The program is an educational opportunity for Colorado business people interested in learning about energy efficiency and renewables. For more information visit the website http://www.nrel.gov/energyexecs/. Congrats, Irene!
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Affiliate Successes in Challenging Times
 By Linda Hannafious, HFH Pueblo
In August, HFH Pueblo started a partnership with school district #60. For this partnership, Pueblo high school juniors and seniors who are taking the construction curriculum can now supplement their education with hands-on experience at our work sites. One house is dedicated for this endeavor and we look forward to closing on the home in early June when school lets out. Progress is moving along well and the students gain valuable work experience, while our affiliate gains many volunteers during the school year!
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| Training Calendar |
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 Strategic Advocacy Training
Raincheck date TBD
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, 2009
Estes 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!
Fundraising & Development: Partnering for Prosperity
May 28, 2009 Denver Hosted by Colorado Nonprofit Association https://www.coloradononprofits.org/workshops_reg.cfm?id=7039 |
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