2007 Build-A-Thon!
Thank you for visiting my page. Donating through this site is simple, fast and totally secure. It is also the most efficient way to make a contribution to our fundraising efforts.
Anyone who owns (or would like to own) a home in this area knows how ridiculous housing prices are. Habitat for Humanity East Bay makes homeownership a reality for low- and very-low income families throughout the Bay Area who want more for their families and their lives.
We also build sustainably - using lumber from fast-growing farm trees instead of old forests, installing solar paneling through a generous grant from PG&E, and various other environmentally-friendly building methods. We build green to take better care of our environment, our homeowners and our volunteers.
Now, what you might NOT know is that we don't just build houses - we build a lasting partnership with the families we serve. This includes working with homeowners to build leadership skills and empower them to be successful in their new homes, and to be active voices in their communities. It also includes working with Habitat youth to educate them about the possibilities for their future. We even have a 3-year college scholarship grant that is helping Habitat youth achieve their dreams for the future!
Many, many thanks for your support -- and don't forget to forward this to anyone who you think might want to donate too!
Jen Shafer