Habitat for Humanity Powerpoint 2012

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1 Mitchell & Yancey Counties of North Carolina Fall 2011

What Do We Believe? : 

2 What Do We Believe? Habitat for Humanity is a nonprofit ecumenical Christian housing ministry that seeks to eliminate poverty and homelessness from the world by supplying decent, simple, affordable housing to families in need. Habitat invites people of all backgrounds, races and religions to build houses together in partnership with families in need. Fall 2011

What Are Our International Roots? : 

3 What Are Our International Roots? In 1942 Clarence Jordan came to know Koinonia Farms in Americus, Georgia In the 70’s, Miller Fuller and his wife Linda gave away their fortune and became missionaries in Africa Together they expanded their vision and in 1976 organized and founded Habitat for Humanity Fall 2011

Our most Our most famous volunteers : 

Our most Our most famous volunteers "Habitat has opened up unprecedented opportunities for me to cross the chasm that separates those of us who are free, safe, financially secure, well fed and housed, and influential enough to shape our own destiny from our neighbors who enjoy few, if any, of these advantages of life." ―Jimmy Carter Fall 2011 4

What is our Local History? : 

5 What is our Local History? Randy Hembree and Carol Henry brought life to the vision of M-Y Habitat in 1992 Internationally affiliated & locally managed Non-profit 501(3)C organizations Tithe 10% back to international housing projects 17 member ecumenical Board Fall 2011

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6 Mitchell-Yancey Habitat for Humanity envisions the development of a small neighborhood in each county where a Habitat house is constructed each year using green technologies and practices. Fall 2011 What is our 5-Year Vision?

What is our need here? : 

7 What is our need here? Fall 2011

What is our need here? : 

8 What is our need here? Fall 2011 More than 40 % of North Carolina renters must spend more than 30 % of their income on rent to afford even the most basic unit. A family making a minimum hourly wage ($7.25) would need to work 100 hours a week and spend over 30% of their income to afford a 2 bedroom rental. Often these rentals would be considered substandard.

What is the social need for Habitat? : 

9 What is the social need for Habitat? 1 in 6 Americans are in need of a decent, affordable place to live Inadequate housing creates significant problems for families and behavioral problems for children Owning a home has a significant impact on children’s quality of life, educational achievement and their likelihood of adult employment Home ownership increases intergenerational wealth Owner-occupied housing impacts the tax revenues, growth of businesses & jobs, life satisfaction of citizens, and participation in community problem-solving Fall 2011

What does it cost to build a Habitat home? : 

10 What does it cost to build a Habitat home? The construction cost in 2011-12 will range from $75,000 - $100,000 Number of bedrooms and square footage are based on family size and need It takes approximately 12 months to build a house Fall 2011

How many homes have we built? : 

11 How many homes have we built? 9 in Mitchell 9 in Yancey Fall 2011

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12 Funding from revolving mortgage fund from our partner families Habitat functions as the bank Keeps escrow for taxes Holds the mortgage Grants from state housing agencies and local energy companies How do we make it happen? Fall 2011

V o l u n t e e r s! : 

13 V o l u n t e e r s! Wednesday Crew Collegiate Challenge Fall 2011 Collegiate Challenge Program

V o l u n t e e r s ! ! : 

14 V o l u n t e e r s ! ! Fall 2011 Area contractors Montessori School

V o l u n t e e r s ! ! ! : 

15 V o l u n t e e r s ! ! ! Fall 2011 Board Members, Church Groups, Women’s Build and many more

ReStore in Mitchell County : 

16 ReStore in Mitchell County Fall 2011 Discounted (50-70%) building materials and housewares: Doors, windows, cabinets, bathroom fixtures, appliances, furniture and much more Habitat apparel and products: Cookbooks, t-shirts, mugs, potholders Volunteers will pick up community contributions! 2010-11 contribution to building fund = $72,000

Fundraising & Community Support : 

Fundraising & Community Support Donations Sponsorship In Kind Gifts Acquisition of land Planned Giving Program Special Events 17 Fall 2011 Individuals Businesses Organizations Churches

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18 Must be low income applicants & in need of adequate shelter Must have a job or income to make monthly house payments on time Minimum income level needed is $21,000 and maximum $35,000 for family of 2. Each adult must be able and willing to provide 200 hours of “sweat equity” working on their own home or other Habitat endeavors How Do We Choose Our Partner Families? Fall 2011

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19 Check applicants: _ job history _ family income _ debts _ assets (savings, land, vehicles) _ credit reports _ criminal records _ character references Complete a current home assessment and seek landlord recommendations How Do We Choose Our Partner Families? Fall 2011

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20 Take homeowner classes covering budgeting, home upkeep and repair, & being a good neighbor Maintain their homes and property Meet interest free mortgage obligation monthly ranging from $250 – $300. Pay monthly utilities and escrow property taxes What responsibilities do partner families have? Habitat does not give away free houses nor make a profit! Fall 2011

If You Can . . .? We need you! : 

21 If You Can . . .? We need you! Swing a hammer, saw a board, paint a wall, carry supplies, etc. Feed crews Plan and help with special events and fund raisers Help nurture and support families Donate money and materials (tax deductible) Fall 2011

Thank you!! : 

22 Thank you!! QUESTIONS? COMMENTS? Fall 2011

Funding Proposal : 

Funding Proposal Become a major sponsor for the 1st Mitchell-Yancey Habitat for Humanity “green” home in Yancey County Fund increased costs (15-20%) to improve “green” technologies and construction practices in the next Habitat home built in Yancey County in 2012 Fall 2011 23

Elements of Green Building : 

Elements of Green Building Siting & structure design efficiency Minimize the total environmental impact Reduce energy consumption Selection of & placement of windows, insulation, maximize shade and solar gain as needed, renewable energy ( solar, wind, hydro power) Water Efficiency Use water conserving fixtures & use of recycled water Materials efficiency Use of renewable, reusable & local materials Fall 2011 24

Elements of Green Building : 

Elements of Green Building Indoor environmental quality enhancement Air quality and ventilation, mold & bacterial control, & lighting quality Proper operation & building maintenance Throughout planning, construction, & phases of building’s life cycle Waste Reduction Impact on landfills, wells, wastewater treatment, etc. Cost & Payoff Weighing up-front cost vs. life – cycle cost Fall 2011 25