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Habitat Press 2.0 | Vol. 60
February 15, 2023
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We are proud to announce that our 107th Habitat home has earned the ENERGY STAR® label!
For more than 25 years, ENERGY STAR certified new homes have set the standard for quality, efficiency, and lasting value. These homes meet strict requirements set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, are built with tried-and-true best building practices, and are third-party tested, inspected, and certified.
To earn this certification, our 107th home underwent more inspections and testing than typical homes, graciously managed by our amazing Build Committee volunteers. The Johnson family can have peace of mind knowing that their Habitat home was independently verified to meet all ENERGY STAR program requirements!
While Habitat homes are always built to be energy efficient, taking this next step as an ENERGY STAR certified builder will create even more savings for our families that start now and continue into the future.
Don't forget! We hope you will join us on Thursday, February 23 at 6:00 PM at 601 Rose Street in Denton to dedicate this home to the Johnson family. Learn more here.
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Habitat for Humanity's long-time mission has always been to bring people together to build homes, community, and hope. One way that we build community is by partnering with other local nonprofits in our area. Denton County Friends of the Family recently presented their 6th Annual "An Evening of Raised Awareness: A Walk in Her Shoes," a free awareness event recognizing Black History Month and exploring the history of domestic violence within the African American community. They needed doors to include on the set of the evening's theatrical performance, so our Warehouse Associate and go-to handyman, Gary Morgan, cleaned up and prepared several of our donated doors for them. We were grateful for the opportunity to repurpose these doors to help another nonprofit in our community, all thanks to supporters like you who make donations to our store on a regular basis! |
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ReStore Warehouse Associate, Gary Morgan, hard at work preparing the doors for the DCFOF event. |
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ReStore staff members, Brennan Moreno and Joshua Riffel, helping to transport the doors to the DCFOF event. |
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ReStore Assistant Manager Brennan Moreno (left) with members of the Denton-Lewisville Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity who also volunteered. |
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Habitat Denton is blessed to have an amazing partnership with Lowe's. Lowe's has donated hundreds of brand new in the box items to our ReStore, including power tools, air-conditioning units, patio furniture, sheds, gazebos, lawn mowers, and more. Their generous partnership allows us to sell high-quality products to our loyal shoppers for a fraction of the price! Then, 100% of the proceeds from the sales of these purchases go directly toward building affordable homes in Denton County. Thank you to Lowe's for generously donating these items and helping us build a world where everyone has a decent place to live.
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Speaking of the ReStore, be sure to visit the ReStore soon to take advantage of all the amazing deals on brand new items! Right now, we have brand new power tools, allen + roth patio furniture, and so much more, thanks to Lowe's.
The ReStore is open Tuesday-Saturday from 8:30am-5:00pm at 1805 Cornell Lane, Denton, TX 76201.
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$600
allen + roth Beckley 4-Piece Patio Conversation Set with Gray Cushions (2 chairs, 1 loveseat, and 1 coffee table)
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$300
SKIL PWR CORE 20 6-Tool 20-volt Brushless Power Tool Combo Kit Case (2 Li-ion Batteries Included and Charger Included)
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$275
allen + roth Avent Ferry Set of 4 Wicker Brown Metal Frame Stationary Dining Chairs with Off-white Cushioned Seat (4 chairs only)
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Date: Thursday, February 23, 2023
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: 601 Rose Street, Denton, TX 76209
Please join us as we dedicate this home to Shonbray Johnson and her five children, an incredibly hardworking and deserving family. City of Denton Mayor, Gerard Hudspeth, will be in attendance to speak on the issue of affordable housing in Denton. During the ceremony, the Johnson family will receive the keys to the completed, move-in ready home.
All are welcome to attend! Following the ceremony, we will celebrate with light refreshments. This event will take place inside the home.
We hope you will join us for this community celebration honoring the Johnson family!
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Date: Saturday, March 11, 2023
Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Greater Denton/Wise County Association of Realtors (3805 W. University Dr. Denton, TX 76207)
Presented by: State Farm Agent Tommy Rosales & team representative Julia Campusano
FREE TO ATTEND and offered in both English and Spanish. Join us to learn about what is covered and what is not covered on your homeowners policy. Please spread the word!
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We are raising funds to develop 8 acres of vacant land in Southeast Denton and establish a new "Habitat Village" housing development on the property. As many as 35 new affordable homes will be built alongside local families in need via this development. This project involves developing the infrastructure of this neighborhood, including the streets, sidewalks, utilities, proper drainage requirements, and everything else needed to support a neighborhood of 35 homes.
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Did you know Cars for Homes is #1? That's right, Habitat for Humanity was listed as the #1 best car donation charity, according to Forbes.com.
Help contribute towards our vision of a world where everyone has a decent place to live. One small but meaningful way to contribute is by donating your old car to support affordable housing in your community. Not only will you be making a difference in someone's life, you'll also get a tax deduction for your giving back!
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In almost every grocery store in Denton County, shoppers can swipe a store card to save a little money. What most people don’t know is that you can add Habitat for Humanity of Denton County to your card and a percentage of your purchase goes directly to help build houses. It’s easy, it’s free, and it helps families in need live in decent homes.
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