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| Habitat Happenings e-newsletter |
January 2010 |
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Greetings!
 It is now nearly two weeks since the devastating earthquake that struck Haiti on January 12. All throughout the world, people from all walks of life have come together to respond to this disaster. Our Habitat network of volunteers and donors have also stepped forward to help those affected by the disaster.
Habitat for Humanity has already started organizing the support from donors, volunteers, corporate partners and other community organizations to help our sister affiliate in Haiti. Monetary donations are being collected online.
If you prefer to mail your donation, please send your check to:
Habitat for Humanity International
Designation: Habitat Haiti
121 Habitat Street
Americus, GA 31709-3498
For more updates on Habitat's involvement with Haiti's disaster relief efforts, visit www.habitat.org. From our Habitat family, Thank You! |
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BUILD-A-THON 2010
 Help Us Reach Our Goal!
The 2010 Build A Thon is quickly approaching!
The Build-A-Thon is a week-long building blitz and is one of our biggest fundraisers for 2010. This annual event is in its 17th year, and is designed to bring together individuals, faith groups, corporations, small businesses and foundations throughout the greater Hartford community in order to build simple, decent, affordable housing for people in need.
This year, our goal is to build three homes on Sexton Street in New Britain and engage 50 volunteers a day in the struggle to eliminate poverty and sub-standard housing. The need for affordable housing is greater than ever, and it is imperative that people living and working in the capitol region come together to create change for the families, neighborhoods, and communities in which we all serve.
Find out how you can register as an individual or a group and help us raise $100,000.00 to build safe, decent affordable housing! Click Here | |
HAPPENINGS & MORE HAPPENINGS
Upcoming Events
Saints Luncheon
February 12
Applicant Information Meeting
March 6
Annual Business Meeting
March 10
Youth Interfaith Event
March 14
2010 Build-A-Thon
May 4-8
Habitat Family Day Picnic
May 15
Guilford Street Dedications
June 26
Sticks for Bricks Golf Tournament
August 30
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DREAM BUILDERS SPONSORS
Private Capital Group & St.Mary's
 In 2003, Father Metzler of St. Mary's Church in Simsbury approached Bill Rabbit of Private Capital Group(PCG) in West Hartford about how to get involved with their volunteer group that builds with Hartford Habitat for Humanity. That year, St. Mary's Church and Private Capital Group joined forces to participate in Habitat's annual Build A Thon, an event that PCG had already been supporting for years. Read more! |
SPRING BREAK ALTERNATIVE
Habitat Collegiate Challenge
 This spring break, instead of heading to the beaches, students from Emma Willard, Minnesota State University and SUNY Brockport are coming together to volunteer with Hartford Area Habitat for Humanity.
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WE GOT WHAT YOU NEED!
The Habitat Stanley Store
 Be ready for those home improvement projects with the right tools by shopping at the Habitat Stanley Store in New Britain!
114 Burritt Street, New Britain
www.114burrittstreet.com
860-827-5291
Open to the public on:
Tuesday and Thursday from 10am until 5pm and on Saturday from 9am until 2pm
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SAVE THE DATE FOR "MUSIC FOR A CHANGE" A Benefit Concert
Hartford Area Habitat for Humanity will be the recipient of proceeds made from Music for a Change, a benefit concert series at the University of Hartford. The concert will take place on May 7, featuring Lucy Kaplansky in the Wilde Auditorium at UHart.
Tickets are $20 and go on sale March 26th. For more information, visit: Music For a Change or Lucy Kaplansky's website |
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IN MEMORIAM
 We are mourning the loss of two special individuals:
Vikas Pratik Parikh
Bill Watson
Our thoughts and prayers are with the friends and families.
Read The Announcements
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GOING GREEN
Electronics Recycling
As part of our eco-friendly initiatives, we are opening the electronics recycling to the general public! Find out how you can get rid of your electronics in a responsible manner. More info and calendar! |
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HABITAT PARTNERS
Big Thanks!
 MetLife Foundation recently awarded a "Volunteers Venture" grant of $1,000 to Harford Habitat.
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 POUND FOR POUND
Rosemary Ayers participated in a weight loss challenge with her colleagues and has graciously donated her winnings to Hartford Area Habitat for Humanity. Read Her Story |
| KEEP IN TOUCH!
Update your records regularly
The January 2010 print issue of our newsletter will be going out shortly. Please make sure you don't miss the opportunity to read on other things we're doing at Hartford Habitat.
By calling the office at 860-541-2208 and spending a few minutes updating your records with our staff, you keep up to date plus save us money on printing and postage! | |
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ARTS EXCLUSIVE GALLERY
Giving to Hartford Habitat through art
Beginning now through June 1, 2010 Arts Exclusive Gallery in Simsbury will donate 20% of the sale price of any item purchased to Hartford Area Habitat for Humanity.
Click on the image for more details.
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| Program Expires: 06/10/2010 |
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Hartford Area Habitat for Humanity
PO Box 1933, Hartford, CT 06144 -1933
860-541-2208
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