On Thursday, May 11, a wonderful group of volunteers from Keller Williams Realty Denton, with the help and guidance of our Build Committee volunteers, spent the day painting another vintage Habitat home in Denton in need of a fresh coat of paint. This was our second Brush with Kindness project of the spring season, thanks to the work of our awesome volunteers, especially our project leader, Mark Gribbin, who we highlighted in the previous newsletter. Having been built in 2002, this home needed some extra prep work before painting could begin, including power washing the entire exterior, and our volunteers got it done! They also took the time to paint the home's shed and playhouse in the backyard.

Our Brush with Kindness program mobilizes volunteers to provide exterior home maintenance assistance to low-income homeowners. It addresses a critical and often overlooked need: After years of deferred maintenance, homes fall into disrepair. Under this program model, homeowners are eligible to participate in Brush with Kindness based on factors such as the condition of the home, income, and a demonstration of challenging circumstances such as disability, illness or age that prevent them from doing the work themselves. Qualifying homeowners contribute sweat equity by working side by side with volunteers to complete the work if they are able.

If you or someone you know would benefit from Brush with Kindness services, please fill out the application listed on our website.

Keller Williams Realty Denton has been volunteering with Habitat for Humanity of Denton County for the past 7 years on their annual "RED Day." The entire Keller Williams company - from the U.S. and Canada to abroad - sets aside the second Thursday of May to Renew, Energize, and Donate within the communities they serve. This year, the Keller Williams Realty Denton team graciously served with our Brush with Kindness program, mentioned above.

At the heart of Keller Williams' culture is their shared commitment to community service. The immeasurable generosity of their teams enables them to care for their own as well as their neighbors, no matter the magnitude of what is needed. They've poured into their communities in a number of ways, initiating service projects like building new homes from the ground up, gathering and distributing food to those who need it, organizing relief efforts when a natural disaster hits, and even spreading joy and raising funds as only KW can when life takes an unexpected turn. These are just a few of the community activities they've carried out in support of those who have poured into them.

We are honored to have their consistent support in building and repairing homes for deserving families in our local community. Thank you, Keller Williams Realty Denton!

When driving along West University Drive in Denton recently, you may have noticed the construction happening on our front building. That construction is proof that our administrative offices remodel is progressing smoothly and steadily! As seen in these photos, our Build Committee volunteers have also put in countless hours of their time, effort, and expertise into building a storage building that will house many tools and materials needed for building our affordable homes, saving us thousands of dollars. We are all hands on deck to get this remodel completed by the end of this summer! Thank you for your support during this time of transition for our administrative staff. Meanwhile, the ReStore remains open and ready to serve our shoppers and donors!

For any questions on what we accept at the ReStore, call (940) 382-8487, or visit our website.

Want to drop off a donation? Get directions to the ReStore and store hours.

Interested in scheduling a pick-up? Schedule a pick-up online today.

This year, on Thursday, September 21, 2023, Habitat for Humanity of Denton County is participating once again in North Texas Giving Day, a one-day online giving extravaganza for our whole region. We invite you to join the movement and help us raise funds for the Habitat Village by donating to Habitat Denton between 6AM and midnight on September 21.

Mark your calendars & make your donation online starting September 1!

Save the date for Champions Rotary Club's Second Annual Golf Tournament benefitting Habitat for Humanity of Denton County on Friday, November 3, 2023 at Robson Ranch Wildhorse Golf Club in Denton. Tickets go on sale July 1. More details to come!

Sponsorship opportunities are available now! For more information, contact Lisa Dyer at (540) 446-8401 or ChampionsRotaryGolf@gmail.com.

It's never too late to support Habitat on a monthly basis! A monthly gift of just $10 quickly accumulates to help more families achieve their dream of homeownership. By investing monthly, you join a community committed to sustaining Habitat for Humanity of Denton County's mission to bring people together to build homes, communities, and hope. You help keep Habitat homes affordable for the hardworking families who need it most. Sign up to give monthly today!

The majority of our funds are raised by local individuals and local organizations, so we are relying on YOUR continued support to carry us forward. Would you consider making a gift to the Habitat Village today?

Transform an old car into a powerful tool for change in your community. By turning it into cash, you can help provide a safe and stable home for local families.

Learn more about how vehicle donations help fund Habitat's affordable housing programs in your community.

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.

Thank you for taking a few minutes to sign up for these programs. Together, our everyday purchases will add up to help us eliminate poverty housing.