Views from the Porch – October 2023 Enewsletter

Views from the Porch

October 2023 News

The Building Dreams Gala helps make dreams come true!

Thank you to everyone who was able to participate in the Building Dreams Gala on Thursday, September 28th. Because of you, we were able to raise $125,000 to support families in need with affordable homeownership!

The highlight of the night was hearing future homeowner Lauren's story: 

"I am the sole provider for my two beautiful daughters so I've been working two jobs for the last 15 years. The last 4 years have been tough - becoming a single parent, needing to leave our apartment and move in with family, and the pandemic shutting down the world. We are living with my brother and sister in law - 3 adults, 3 kids, a dog and a cat under one roof can be difficult, but we're just grateful to have a roof over our heads. 

My sister in law sent me the information about the opportunity for this home - I think she was giving me a hint! I almost didn't apply because I thought, what are my actual chances? But then I decided what do I have to loose - if I don't try I'll never know! And I was one of the lucky 7 out of the 40 people who applied to make it into the lottery! 

When I was one of the numbers pulled, I just couldn't believe it! To this day it does not seem real. Even with being on the build site helping build my home along with the other lucky future homeowners. Like most people I've dreamed of owning a home for myself and even more so for my girls. I have shown them by example, that if you continue to work hard in life, good things can happen! I am proud to now be able to give the same stability to my girls that my parents gave my brother and I growing up. 

I am forever grateful to now be able to provide a happy safe and stable environment for the 3 of us. There are not enough great things that I could do or say about this organization that could ever measure up to what they have given me and my girls.  Because of Habitat for Humanity, the volunteers, and the sponsors, my family has been blessed with this wonderful opportunity to own our own home. It truly is a dream come true!"

To take a peek at all of the photos from the night, click here.

Coming Soon: Oktoberfest Online Raffle

If you weren't able to attend the Gala - or even if you were - you can still participate in the fun while supporting our mission! Keep an eye on your inbox for more information about the Oktoberfest Online Raffle! 

Christmas in Vermont

Would you like to spend Christmas in Waitsfield Vermont cozying up to a warm fire after you get back from a day of skiing? You can rent this timeshare at 

Eagles Resort for 7 nights, December 23-30, for only $1750.

About 5 miles from Sugarbush and Mad River Glen ski areas and 45 minutes to Stowe, its perfect for skiers or anyone wanting a quaint getaway. This home sleeps 6-8: in a king bedroom, a two twin bedroom, a den with futon and living room with pullout couch. The primary bedroom is on the second floor with en suite bathroom as well as a sauna! Cathedral ceiling main floor with fireplace, laundry, garage and deck.

If you'd like to take a tour of a home at Eagles Resort and the Waitsfield area, watch this video. (All units have the same floor plan, but it is not actually our unit - ours might not be furnished/stocked the same way) 

If you are interested in renting the unit, please email marketing@essexcountyhabitat.org

Thank you for your support

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.

Schneider Electric Group 1

Schneider Electric Group 2

Schernecker Property Services

We'd also like to recognize the following organization that offered its support:

Central Congregational Church of Newburyport, made a generous donation and sent along a lovely note of appreciation for the work we do. 

Women Build is almost full  

If you are thinking about participating in next week's Women Build, powered by Schneider Electric, register now! There are only a few openings left for volunteers on Tuesday, October 17th left.  Join us to help build a home, to improve a life, to lift your community.

Women Build provides women volunteers a way to help build stronger, safer communities in an inclusive and collaborative atmosphere. No experience is necessary. The day is meant to be a haven of community, encouragement and growth with women supporting women - both on the build site and in the community.

Habitat is participating in Affordable Housing Forum

Visit us at the Andover Housing for All "How to Solve the Affordable Housing Crisis Forum" on Tuesday, October 24 from 5:30-7:30pm at Christ Church in Andover. Attend the forum and stop by our table to chat about our current advocacy work and how you can you can help expand affordable housing.  Click here for more information

Cars for Homes

Turn an old car into cash that helps support Habitat for Humanity's work!

Learn more here.

Or call 877-277-4344 to start your donation.

When you shop at the ReStore you are helping raise money to support Habitat’s vision of a world where everyone has a decent place to live. Proceeds from sales help build affordable homes.

647 Andover Street, Lawrence  |  978-686-3323  |  open Tues - Sat, 10am - 5pm  ecrestore.org

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