Views from the Porch April 2025 News |
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Habitat partners with North Andover Affordable Housing Trust for Critical Home Repair In an effort to expand assistance to income qualifying homeowners residing in North Andover, the North Andover Affordable Housing Trust is partnering with Essex County Habitat for Humanity to provide Critical Home Repairs to residents. Home repairs are another way the AHT will deliver on its mission of providing for the preservation, creation and support of affordable housing in North Andover for the benefit of low- and moderate-income households. |
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Michelle, a North Andover resident, recently had her rotted deck repaired through the program. “When my deck became a risk to my safety - the stairs on my back deck were literally falling off - I knew I needed help to afford the repairs. That's when I reached out to Habitat for Humanity,” she explained. “The repairs have lowered my stress levels and I'm happy knowing I do not have to worry about falling every time I take my back stairs. My service dog is safe too!” “We are excited to be working with the Affordable Housing Trust in North Andover to help keep residents in their homes.” Said Meegan O’Neil, Executive Director of Essex County Habitat. “With the high cost of living, it’s difficult for many to afford upkeep – especially those on a fixed income. Everyone deserves a safe place to call home and we’re happy to be able to help.” |
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Women Build extended to Saturday |
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Due to popular demand, we are adding Saturday, May 10th at our Hamilton build site for our Women Build peer-to-peer fundraiser! Register now as space is limited! All skill levels, individuals or teams are welcome. Sponsorships are also available. Through Women Build, you have the opportunity to emerge as a leader on the vital issue of affordable housing and equity building in Essex County. |
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April is Home is Key Month |
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| Home is the key to connection, well-being and stability, but too many families across the United States are locked out of the opportunity for affordable homeownership. Through Habitat’s Home is the Key campaign, we’re opening doors to equitable homeownership and stronger communities. During Fair Housing Month each April, Home is the Key highlights the importance of home |
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and draws on the strength and support of you – Habitat’s tremendous community – to help more families in need of safe, decent and affordable housing. This month, shop and round up at our Habitat ReStore to support Habitat’s #HomeIsTheKey campaign and raise funds to help local families create affordable housing in Essex County. |
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Thank you for your support |
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Many thanks to everyone who supported us on a build site or at the ReStore this past month. Below are just a few of those who did. |
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We'd also like to recognize the following organization that offered its support: |
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Thank you to Institution for Savings for signing on to sponsor Golf Fore Homes and the Building Dreams Gala! We are thrilled to have you as a partner in both of these wonderful events. |
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| Enter the Grand Prize Raffle You could win the Grand Prize of a 3-night stay in a beautiful log cab that sleeps nine! Minutes from Story Land, Jackson, Attitash, Wildcat and Mt. Cranmore, you can unwind in the hot tub with stunning views, cozy up by the fire, or enjoy the outdoor oasis with bar, grill, dining area, yard games and a screened porch. Valid until May 31, 2026 for a mutually agree upon weekend with the homeowner. |
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Other prizes: A Yeti Tote filled with cooler beverages and Red Sox tickets for a Sunday at Fenway Park. Winners will be drawn at the reception after the golf tournament - you do not need to be present to win! This is another fun way to support Essex County Habitat for Humanity. Get your tickets now for only $20 a chance at: |
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Don't Miss Golf Fore Homes |
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This year's golf tournament on Monday, May 19 at the Ferncroft Country Club in Middleton is filling quickly. Don't miss your chance to play on this exciting day on the fairway. Also included is a box lunch and a cocktail awards reception. Singles, foursomes and sponsorships are available. |
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| Donate your vehicle "I got this car at 8 months pregnant while on bed rest. I was at the dealership with my feet up on a chair signing the papers. A week and a half later my husband drove us all home from the hospital in our brand new family mobile." - Colleen B. |
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For 3 consecutive years, Forbes Advisor has named Habitat for Humanity’s Cars for Homes program one of the best vehicle donation programs in the nation! This award recognizes the efficiency and impact our vehicle donation program has on our local community. That means, each dollar generated by your vehicle donation helps serve more families right here in our community. Click below to start your donation to #CarsForHomes today! |
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At this drive through donation event on Saturday April 19, we'll be collecting homegoods, metal, clothing, textiles, books and CDs. Keep them out of the landfill by donating them for reuse/resale/recycling! Stop by the back parking lot of the Habitat ReStore between 10am - 1pm (Andover Street to Shepard Street, left into lot) For more information and to learn what will and won't be accepted, click below: |
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Please note - there will be no dumpster on site. If an item isn't accepted, please be prepared to bring it home. |
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Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, ReStore |
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647 Andover Street, Lawrence ecrestore.org | 978-686-3323 Open Tuesday - Saturday, 10am - 5pm |
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Thank you to our 2025 Event Partners: |
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