At Habitat CFC, we put God’s love into action by bringing people together to build homes, communities, and hope. Thank you for continuing the journey with us!

We had a blast at our Annual Family Picnic last month! Habitat families, volunteers, and staff gathered at Boothe Memorial Park in Stratford. It was so nice to see everyone who could join us. We had a great time, great fun and great food. Thank you Congressman Jim Himes for joining us and showing your support for our important work. We can't wait to do it again next year!

Every month since Jose and Cynthia Cruz completed their home in November of 1994, they have proudly made payments towards their 0% mortgage with Habitat. Knowing that their home was made possible from prior Habitat families' mortgage payments they were committed to their obligation to Habitat's program and supporting future homeowners.

Their mortgage is now paid off in full and to celebrate, Habitat CFC held a mortgage burning ceremony at our recent family picnic. Congratulations Jose and Cynthia for completing the Habitat Home Build program!

This month, Habitat CFC celebrated Black Philanthropy Month (BPM). This global event, with both virtual and in person components, focuses to elevate African-descent funding everywhere, including BPM’s growing affiliate network in Africa, the United States, Brazil, Canada and The Caribbean.

Habitat CFC’s Youth United group held a car wash fundraiser at Notre Dame Fairfield High School. Organized by our youth volunteers, the event raised over $2,500! For the second year in a row, Youth United volunteer Pedro Espada and his family spearheaded the event. He went above and beyond, securing the venue, creating flyers, and recruiting key sponsors (Hoffman, BCI Financial, and Connex). Volunteers at the event received a complimentary t-shirt and lunch provided by Jersey Mike’s and Primo Pizza.

Youth United coordinates build days, fundraisers, and other activities so that every student can contribute to Habitat CFC’s mission of providing decent and affordable housing to the coastal Fairfield County. Youth United fundraises throughout the year to sponsor a Habitat CFC home and reach out to the community. Members have participated in making and selling craft items, car washes, and gift wrapping at local stores – to name a few.

If you are interested in joining Youth United and receiving updates about future youth volunteer opportunities, please visit http://youthunited.habitatcfc.volunteerhub.com/.

Seila Mosquera-Bruno was appointed by Governor Ned Lamont after a long history of commitment to affordable and equitable housing in Connecticut. She led the nonprofit NeighborWorks, New Horizons through significant growth including expansion into New London and Fairfield Counties. She has served on the Board of the Connecticut Legal Rights Project, the Federal Home Loan Bank of Boston Advisory Council and is the Chair of the Connecticut Housing Finance Authority. In 2014, she was named as one of the 50 most influential Latinos in Connecticut.

You don't have to attend the outing to bid on great items! Click here for more information, or contact Andrea Bien, Events Coordinator, at abien@habitatcfc.org or call (203) 333-2642, ext. 126.

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