Glenn Ward, having successfully completed his two-year term, will step down as Habitat for Humanity of Denton County Board President, effective July 1.

Ward ceremoniously passed the torch to new Board President Brian Strohl at the Habitat Board Retreat on June 24. Strohl currently serves on Habitat's Board of Directors as President-Elect.

Ward's leadership from June 2021 through June 2023 brought positive strategic change to Habitat for Humanity of Denton County and initiated momentous changes within the organization. The nonprofit ministry is in a strong strategic position to make a powerful impact on their mission to build quality, affordable homes in Denton County.

Habitat for Humanity of Denton County would like to express deep gratitude to its Board of Directors and to the generous leadership of outgoing Board President Glenn Ward.

Congratulations to Bonnie Manuel, our 49th homeowner, for paying off her Habitat home! As many of you remember, the Manuel family built their home alongside numerous volunteers at 401 Ruth Street in Denton in 2003. The home was built as part of Habitat's Homeownership program and was dedicated to them in December of that year, meaning this hardworking family paid off their mortgage in just 20 years!

We are continually amazed by and honored to work with families like this one. This family has accomplished something truly incredible, thanks to YOUR support!

On Friday, June 9, because of the phone calls and emails of our most loyal Habitat supporters, the Governor signed HB 1472, which we've called the "Bootstrap Bill," into law. This is the bill that raises the area median income of the Texas Boostrap Loan Fund from 60% to 80%, increasing the number of people eligible to participate. It is effective September 1st.

Thank you so much for your support by contacting your local representatives these last few months. You are helping to make real change and spread awareness of the fact that too many families in Texas are paying too high a price to cover the cost of home.

Take 20% off your purchase today and tomorrow only as part of the ReStore's 4th of July sale! We still have BRAND NEW summer items on the sales floor, generously donated by Lowe's, and they're all at discounted prices! You'll find brand new Pit Boss Portable Gas Griddles, Mr. Bar-B-Q 21-Piece Tool Sets, Weber SmokeFire Grills, Allen + Roth Patio Furniture and Chaise Lounges, and so much more!

**PLEASE NOTE the ReStore's hours are 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM on June 30 and July 1 due to the heat. Starting July 5, the ReStore's new summer hours will be 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM, with donations accepted from 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM. Learn more.

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

Want to drop off a donation? Donations are accepted Tuesday-Saturday from 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM during the Summer. Get directions and store hours.

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

Join us for our next Financial Education seminar on Saturday, August 26 at the Greater Denton/Wise County Association of Realtors! Classes will be offered in both English and Spanish and presented by Independent Financial.

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.