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Canon Perdido Affordable Homes update
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Last Thursday Habitat for Humanity presented plans for our next affordable homes project, 12 new homes on Canon Perdido Street, to the Santa Barbara Planning Commission. We are pleased to share that it was a unanimous decision in favor of Habitat's project.
We hope to present the project to the Architectural Board of Review in February and have completed plans ready to submit to the Building Department this spring. If all goes according to schedule, Habitat hopes to break ground on the project later this fall. This is an exciting time as the Canon Perdido project is Habitat's largest project to date in Santa Barbara. Thank you for joining with us and making homeownership a reality for 12 additional families in our community.
 | The proposed Canon Perdido Affordable Homes Project.
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Family Selection for Canon Perdido homes
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Habitat for Humanity will begin accepting applications for the 12 new Canon Perdido low-income homes later this spring. If you would like to be added to our list to receive more information on how to qualify, and the applicaiton process, please contact us at 692-2226 or mail@sbhabitat.org. How are families selected? Habitat provides homes for people who have low-to-very low income status. The total annual income between 40-60% of the Area Median Income (AMI). Examples for 2011 below. Note: figures subject to change. - 1 person family total income--$20,280 - $30,420
- 2 person family total income--$23,160 - $34,740
- 3 person family total income--$26,040 - $39,060
- 4 person family total income--$28,920 - $43,3800
- 5 person family total income--$31,240 - $46,860
Applications for Partner Families are accepted based on 5 criteria: - Currently live in deteriorated, unsafe or overcrowded conditions;
- Family income between 40% to 60% of area median income;
- Willingness to partner with Habitat through "sweat equity" on the construction of their home;
- Ability to pay a no-interest mortgage to Habitat;
- Have lived or worked in Santa Barbara for at least 1 year.
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Remembering Martin Luther King Jr.
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"Life's most persistent and urgent question is, 'What are you doing for others?' " -Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
On Monday we marked Martin Luther King Jr. Day, a day in which we remember Dr. King's dream of equality for all. The MLK Day of Service is the only federal holiday observed as a national day of service - a "day on, not a day off." The King Day of Service is a way to transform his life and teachings into community service that helps solve social problems.
There are many ways you can put Dr. King's ideas into practice and serve here in Santa Barbara. Habitat for Humanity relies upon volunteers to help run our ReStore and construct the low-income homes we build in our community. Additionally, we rely on volunteers to complete A Brush with Kindness home repairs and donate a Saturday to help low-income homeowners make necessary repairs to their home.
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Redevelopment agency update
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On December 29th the California Supreme Court upheld the decision to dissolve redevelopment agencies (RDAs). Habitat for Humanity has relied on RDA's funds to help construct low-income homes in Santa Barbara. The decision to dissolve RDAs will significantly affect our ability to provide affordable housing options to Santa Barbara residents who need it most.
There is some good news and we need your help. There is talk in Sacramento of setting up a set-aside fund for affordable housing. Please join Habitat in advocating for this source of funding to replace the 20% set-aside of all RDA funds that have been used by many non-profit housing providers in our community. Habitat affiliates across the state have pledged to work with the Governor and legislators to ensure that the elimination of redevelopment does not destroy the ability to provide affordable housing. Together we can give voice to the increasing need and advise our legislators in Sacramento that this important source of funding should not be eliminated. Please contact your legislators and let them know that you support setting aside funds for affordable housing. |
Volunteer Spotlight
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A big thank you to our ReStore volunteers who helped make 2011 the ReStore's most successful year-to-date. The ReStore relies entirely on volunteers to keep the doors open, donations processed, and shelves stocked. The ReStore is a big funding source for our affiliate and pays a majority of Habitat's operating costs. This in turn means that our fundraising efforts go directly to the building of affordable homes in Santa Barbara.
Join us in thanking the 30+ ReStore volunteers who clock over 100 cumulative hours per week. Because of their support the ReStore averages 14 donation pick-ups and 20 donation drop-offs per week. That's a lot of inventory to sort, price, and stock!
BUT...we are in need of volunteers. The ReStore is open Tuesdays through Saturdays so there are many hours that need to be filled. If you are available to help, please sign up online or attend our next volunteer orientation on Saturday, 2/11 at 10am in the ReStore. |
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The ReStore Needs Your Used Stuff
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Are you remodeling, redecorating, or downsizing? The ReStore takes donations of used building materials, furniture, and home improvement items. All donations receive a tax donation receipt. Items the ReStore accepts: - Appliances: Must be in working condition, clean, and have all parts.
- Cabinets: New or used.
- Carpet or rugs: New carpet only, no used carpet or padding.
- Doors: Exterior, interior, wood, French, and siding glass doors. No hollow core doors.
- Electrical: Switch plates, switches, fuses, breakers, conduit, etc.
- Flooring: No Linoleum.
- Hardware
- Lighting: Working condition.
- Lumber
- Mirrors
- Office Furniture
- Plumbing
- Sinks and Toilets: No rust marks, stains, or chips.
- Tools
- Tubs
- Water heaters: Electric of gas. Not more than than 5 years old.
- Windows: Double pane only.
How to donate to the ReStore? Please bring your donation to the ReStore at 6725 Hollister Avenue. If your donation is too large to transport we do offer pick-ups for big-ticket items. To schedule a pick-up please contact the ReStore at 692-2226 or
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Get Involved
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You can make a difference!
Donate used items to the ReStore. All revenue from the ReStore goes directly back to Habitat and helps build additional low-income homes in Santa Barbara. Read our donation guidelines for information on what we are able to accept.
Get Your Community Involved. Pray, Give, Serve. Click here for ways congregations can put their faith into action.
Volunteer at the ReStore. The ReStore is open Tuesday - Saturdays and we need volunteers to help in the store. Our next volunteer orientation will be Saturday, February 11th, 10am at the ReStore.
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Our Vision
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A world where everyone has a decent place to live
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Volunteer Orientation
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Join Habitat on Saturday,
February 11th for a volunteer orientation. We will meet at 10am at the ReStore.
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Habitat for Humanity of Southern Santa Barbara County is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to building simple, low-cost homes in
partnership with low-income families in need of decent and affordable housing.
We believe homeownership is a vital step to help families break the cycle of
poverty and contributes to pride in families and communities. www.sbhabitat.org
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