Greetings!

Yesterday, four days before Labor Day, my summer came to an earlier than anticipated end. I pay little attention to the school calendar since we no longer have a student at home, but as I drove to the Habitat CFC Warehouse in the morning, it was apparent that a new school year had begun. The friendly crossing guards I last waved to in June were back at their corners and several times I had to stop my car for excited children to get on their school busses. I was sad to see the summer come to a close, but I was reminded that the end of August is also a time for important and exciting new beginnings.

I am proud to report that the children from seven local families are heading off to school from brand new Habitat CFC homes that were completed, so far this year. We know that children from Habitat families do better in school and have fewer health problems than others in their peer group. This shouldn’t really surprise anyone. When a child lives in a stable home, when a family is able to securely manage their finances, and when a home is constructed with quality, safe materials, the positive impact on every member of the family is remarkable. I can’t say that all of our Habitat children are entering their classrooms happy that summer is over – but we’re thrilled that they’re all beginning a new school year poised to succeed!

This weekend, when you feel sad about the end of the summer, take a moment to celebrate the positive new beginnings you’ve helped Habitat CFC make possible. With your continued support, there are many more still to come. Have a wonderful and safe Labor Day weekend!

Sincerely,  

There are Still a Few Spaces Remaining So Reserve Today

Our  25th   Annual Benefit   Golf Outing   is getting much closer! Join us on Monday, September 17th at  The Country Club of Fairfield .

On Friday, September 7th our Golf Silent Auction will go live for pre-bidding. Event and non-event goers can bid on items. All you have to do is sign up and start bidding. Mobile and online bidding is fun, active and completely secure! Bid on our unique Silent Auction items by using your smart phone or tablet. You can start bidding right away by simply registering in our auction site. Everyone can bid in the auction and help Habitat CFC build more affordable homes even if you can’t make the event. The Silent Auction will close at the evening of the Golf event!

We have many unique items this year including Golf Packages at great courses such as Winged Foot Golf Course, Wee Burn Country Club, Country Club of Fairfield, a Pampering Package that includes a Frédéric Fekkai Salon and Noelle Spa gift certificate, a Fall Family Entertainment Package and more!!

All of the proceeds from this event will go directly toward building and providing affordable homeownership opportunities to hardworking families in Coastal Fairfield County.

Save the Date! For Get Out the Vote! On Tuesday, September 25 ^th !

Habitat CFC is participating in Fairfield County Community Foundation’s Get Out the Vote program which offers support to nonprofits to boost local efforts to engage voters in Fairfield County. As Connecticut looks forward to Election Day on November 6th, Habitat CFC will hold an event on National Voter Registration Day (September 25 ^th) at our ReStore. We will be sharing voting information and helping voters register and pledge to vote on Election Day.

We are planning a fun day which will include complimentary food for participants, so make sure to stop by our ReStore at 1785 Stratford Ave. in Stratford between 10am and 6pm on September 25th. Other nonprofits including Housatonic Community College, CT Nonprofit Alliance, and Bridgeport Generation Now will also be at the ReStore to participate in the event!!!

Runner Get Ready Our 5K is Fast Approaching

The fast and flat course makes the 5K run the perfect opportunity for serious runners to set personal records and all abilities to enjoy our scenic course. The WorkBoot Challenge is a one mile event prior to the 5k and offers participants the challenge of wearing workboots (or ANY boots) on the shorter course. This race is produced in association with Marty Schaivone – M.S. Running Productions. Register early for discounted tickets:

$27 – register online between August 1 and October 4

$20 – register online (for ages 13 and under) through October 4

$35 – register at the race