Carolyn Vermont, Habitat CFC’s Board of Directors Secretary, has stepped in to also serve as our Interim CEO as we look for the next leader of our organization. Carolyn brings a wealth of experience to Habitat. To give you an idea just how fantastic she is… here are some of her accomplishments:
Carolyn received her Master’s and Bachelor’s Degrees from Fairfield University where she also served on the Board of Trustees and currently serve on the Graduate School of Education and Allied Professions Advisory Board. She pursued doctoral studies in Educational Leadership at the University of Bridgeport.
She serves as the Mayor’s Community Liaison for the City of Bridgeport where she chairs the Mayor’s Task Force on Gun Violence Prevention & Intervention and the Mayor’s Task Force on Homelessness. She currently volunteer on the Fairfield County Community Foundation Advisory Committee of Bridgeport Public Housing Resident Support Fund. She previously served as a Board Member of CT Fair Housing Center.
She is a Grants Reviewer for the Workplace, Inc. & Rotary Trustee Foundation of Bridgeport. Carolyn has served on the interviewing committee for Bridgeport Police Department applicants and provided workshops on community relations for the Department. Carolyn currently volunteers as a Trustee and President of Rotary Club of Bridgeport; Public Relations Chair for the West Indian American Association of Greater Bridgeport (WIAAGB); Board Member of CT Against Gun Violence; Member of Association of Black Foundation Executives; Member of Coalition of 100 Black Women-NHM Chapter; LifeBridge WIBO Alumni Association; Bridgeport PLTI Civic Design Team; and as a Shepherd Mentor.
As an active Habitat CFC Board Member, she has provided Conflict Resolution Workshops for Habitat families over the last few years. This, plus her leadership experience, makes her the ideal individual to guide us as we go through the transition. Thank you Carolyn for everything you do for Habitat CFC!
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The Salcedo/Sanchez Family
Home Dedication
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On June 22nd we had perfect weather for a perfect dedication where we celebrated the Salcedo/Sanchez family receiving the keys to their new home. Friends, family, volunteers and Habitat CFC's staff, along with our Interim CEO Carolyn Vermont came out to participate in the ceremony and wish the family well in their new home. We were honored that Bridgeport Mayor Joe Ganim came and gave a moving speech. City of Bridgeport officials joined us as well. One of our Board Members, Dr. James Page, led the dedication program. Congratulations to the family!
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Back row from L to R: Kevin Moore, John Poppa, Jacques Charles, Eileen Bakos
Front row L to R: Fred Hartley, Anthony Christie
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Our Construction Team Keeps Things Going
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Summer is a busy time of the year for our construction team with
10 homes under construction
and multiple volunteer groups throughout the week. The on-site construction team: Jacques Charles, Project Manager; Chris Frattarola, Project Manager; Fred Hartley, Project Manager; John Poppa, Assistant Project Manager, Anthony Christie, Assistant Project Manager work tirelessly with our dedicated Habitat CFC volunteers to complete the homes under construction from the previous year and get the new projects erected and closed-in so work can continue throughout the rest of the year.
Meanwhile under the direction of Kevin Moore, Director of Construction, subcontractors are prepping the site and installing foundations for 7 new homes on Granfield Ave which volunteers will start erecting this fall. Kevin and recent addition to the construction team, Burke Cheney (Construction Coordinator) are always busy refining the Habitat home designs and working to ensure that they are in compliance with the building codes, the rigorous Energy Star requirements and meeting the needs of our future homeowners.
When asked about his construction team,
Director of Construction
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Kevin Moore
, said, “I am so grateful to the terrific construction team we’ve built at Habitat CFC. Every member of the team is so dedicated to building high quality, energy efficient homes for our partner families and ensuring our volunteers are safely and productively involved throughout every step of the building process. I am sure I speak for all the members of our construction team when I say it’s a real privilege to be able to play a part in the important work Habitat CFC is doing in Bridgeport.”
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Habitat CFC and Genworth – 17 Years of Partnership
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Genworth Financial
has been building with us for 17 years. Genworth’s Month of Service kicks off each year with a breakfast to motivate employees and introduce them to local nonprofits that they can volunteer with during the month. Genworth provides employees with annual volunteer time off… 40 hours for full-time employees! At this year's breakfast,
Kristen Alvanson
, Habitat CFC’s Director of Development and Communications, talked about Habitat’s mission and the opportunity to volunteer with Habitat. This year over 20 Genworth employees participated on one of two Build Days in June. Whether they’ve been coming for several years, or it’s their first time with us, the Genworth staff always arrives ready to work hard and have a good time building homes for our families. As
Habitat CFC’s Core Volunteer
,
Mike McAlpine
, said after a Genworth Build Day,
“The group was great by the way. One of the best I’ve worked with. Motivated, worked hard, joked all day.”
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When the cost of home is too high, families cannot afford necessities like healthcare and food. That is why Habitat International is launching the
#CostOfHome
campaign, we are joining Habitat affiliates across the country to increase home affordability for 10 million people.
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Interested in Homeownership?
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Habitat CFC’s Family Services Department hosts informational meetings for prospective homeowners several times a year. If you or someone you know is interested in learning more about both the process and the selection criteria for Habitat CFC’s affordable homeownership program, we encourage you to call our office at 203-333-2642 or visit https://www.habitatcfc.org/apply-for-a-house/. Habitat CFC homeowners work hard helping to build their houses and taking classes designed to ensure their success, but the opportunity to own a new, affordable Habitat CFC home is life-changing for every member of the family.
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Neighbors helping neighbors—it's a beautiful thing.
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Habitat CFC’s Youth United program will hold its annual summer fundraising event on Saturday, July 13th at Pep Boys on Boston Avenue in Bridgeport. Youth United students will hand wash cars and the funds that are collected will go towards Youth United’s 6th house!
To download the flyer please visit : http://bit.ly/YouthUnitedCarWash19
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Our BIGGEST Discount for Our GOLF OUTING Runs Out in 2 DAYS!!!
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Register by
June 30th
and get
A $300
discount on a
foursome
or a
$100
discount on a single player ticket.
You know you want to come play at The Country Club of Fairfield on
Monday, September 16th
… one of the best rounds of golf in the area and all to help Habitat CFC build more homes!
New this year, a Women’s Competition within our main co-ed tournament. Special prize for Best Score Women’s Foursome. Grab some friends and take home the prize!
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Habitat CFC's 5K Run is Happening Again...
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Our annual 5K Run for Home and Workboot Challenge has been going strong for over 20 years! Our fast and flat course through Seaside Park in Bridgeport makes the 5K Run the perfect opportunity for serious runners to set personal records and all abilities to enjoy the scenic views (walkers are welcome!!!). The Workboot Challenge is a one mile event prior to the 5K and offers participants the challenge of wearing workboots (or ANY boots) on a shorter course. Register early for discounted tickets:
$25 – register online thru July 31 – all events are the same price
$27 – register online between August 1 and October 10 – all events are the same price
$20 – register online (for ages 13 and under) through October 4
$35 – register at the race (and at packet pickup on Friday)
Free Dri-Fit T-shirt – in your size if you register before September 1, 2019.
Wells Fargo Advisors will once again be our fantastic Presenting Sponsor. As in the past, we also partner with WEBE 108 and WICC 600, so get ready for a great post-run party in the park with music, food and lots of fun! This race is produced in association with Marty Schaivone – M.S. Running Productions.
We still need financial and in-kind sponsors for this event. Please join us at any level by contacting
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1785 Stratford Avenue, Stratford
Just off exit 31 I-95
(store entrance is on Honeyspot Road)
203-383-4358
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ReStore Hours
Tuesday - Friday 10 am to 6 pm
Saturday - 9 am to 4 pm
Closed Sunday and Monday
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Habitat for Humanity of Coastal Fairfield County | 203-333-2642
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