Monthly news and updates

January 2021

Important Dates JAN 1 JAN 18 Martin Luther King Jr. Day Volunteering unites Americans of all ages and backgrounds to build stronger communities. This #MLKDay of Service, join others in giving back through service. Learn more at MLKDay.gov THANK YOU! JD's Truck Repair for all of the work you've donated fixing our store donation pickup truck. They have Replaced the batteries Re-wired the liftgate Re-built the battery box Installed a battery cover to make us DOT compliant Offered to repair our brake system Offered to help us maintain our truck. The owners Jim and Lori did this as such a big surprise to our store and a gift to our community as giving back is a priority for their company. We are so grateful for you! JOB OPENINGS Grants Coordinator Job summary: The Grants Coordinator maintains the grant management responsibilities of the organization. The GC reports directly to the Executive Director and manages the grant volunteer(s). The GC will also work closely with all TCP’s department managers, coordinators, and relevant staff. Primary duties include but are not limited to: researching grant funding, maintaining an annual calendar of grant activity and deadlines, and writing and submitting grant proposals. The position is part-time (approximately 20-25 hours per week). Hourly rate will be determined by experience. Apply Volunteer Coordinator Job summary: The Volunteer Coordinator provides for the recruiting, retention, and recognition of volunteers for the affiliate and reports directly to the Executive Director. The primary responsibility of the Volunteer Coordinator is to cultivate relationships with individuals and groups to create and retain a pool of volunteers to support the work of Habitat for Humanity Tri-County Partners. The position is part-time (approximately 20-25 hours per week) with opportunities for additional hours. Wage will be determined by experience. This is a paid leadership position whose primary responsibility is volunteer coordination. This people-oriented person will provide leadership to encourage and empower volunteers. The Volunteer Coordinator will work closely with relevant Staff, Executive Director, and will interface with the community. This position works under the general guidance of the Executive Director to accomplish the strategic goals of the affiliate, yet is self-motivated and self-directed. The Volunteer Coordinator must demonstrate belief in Habitat for Humanity’s philosophy and be able to confidently communicate Habitat’s mission to the community. Apply

Check out our new video of the Cedar Street construction site expertly filmed and edited by Erik Zepeda of ERZ Digital Media. Thank you Erik!

Thrivent is awarding Tri-County Partners a contribution of $5,000 to help families in Benton, Franklin, and Walla Walla counties stay in their homes. Thrivent’s donation will allow Habitat to provide mortgage relief to Habitat homeowners who need temporary assistance making their mortgage payments during the COVID-19 pandemic. With Thrivent’s support, Tri-County Partners will sustain affordable homeownership costs for more than 4 families in our Habitat community.

Our Amazing Community!

Habitat Supporters went above and beyond for the 2020 year-end season generously donating over $65,000.

$3,000 of this was matched by:

It's a new year and we have 10 Habitat homes on the schedule (9 in Pasco and 1 in Walla Walla). Joining our monthly giving club is a great way to begin 2021. Your gift will help build homes that are decent, safe, and affordable for 10 local families that are diligently working on their 500 hours of sweat equity. Not only will you help build houses, but you will also help build dreams. Dreams of a more secure future for themselves and their families as we help them achieve strength, stability, and self-reliance through shelter.

Join today!

2020 - Year in Review

Joshua, Zin Zin, and their 3 children February 2020

Tu Mai Maran, Lu Pan and their 4 children March 2020

Aung Myain and his 3 children May 2020

Leticia and her 3 children June 2020

Kyaw Thein, Naw May Thwe and their 4 children  September 2020

Kyaw Htoo, Naw May, and their 3 children December 2020

EVERY HELPING HAND MAKES A DIFFERENCE

Volunteers of the Year

Doug Hamrick 817 hours A long-time volunteer of multiple Habitat affiliates, Doug began volunteering with Tri-County Partners after he was transferred to the Tri-Cities in 2013. He has served as a volunteer for the store, construction site, and as the Treasurer, Vice President, President, and Secretary of the Board donating a total of 5799.75 hours. With an education in Mechanical Engineering and a childhood growing up on a farm he enjoys the hands-on aspect of being at the construction site and is currently at the site 2 days a week. When Doug isn't volunteering with Habitat, he and his wife, Julia, make it a mission to travel to the capital buildings of all 50 states. Beginning this journey in 2010, they have made it to 37 states and are looking forward to adding 11 southern states, Alaska, and Hawaii. Thank you Doug for all of the time and energy you have donated to Habitat!

Theresa Richardson, Former Executive Director “We worked together during a very intense time for the organization. I really enjoyed working with Doug because not only was he dependable, he was accurate. He really poured out his heart in helping the organization turn around. He took the time to read through the most complex grants and developed a building schedule to give us a plan forward. He was a good sounding board for me because I knew he was as committed to Habitat’s mission as I was. I could trust him.”

We are grateful every day for the dedicated volunteers that make all of our work possible. We'd like to highlight these volunteers as well for their outstanding commitment to Habitat:

Paul Roberts 693.75 hours Ben Moyers 693.25 hours Teresa Frost 538.25 hours Pete Hedges 431 hours Barbara Louis 304.5 hours

Construction

Tri-Cities

308 S Cedar Ave – Drywall finishing is nearly complete. We will begin the interior finish work in January and expect to turn the house over to the homeowner in February. 306 S Cedar Ave – Wall framing is done, trusses will go up in January. Aiming to finish this house in late-May or early June. 204 & 206 S Cedar Ave – Foundations are complete. Framing is expected to begin Fall 2021. We finished 2020 strong despite COVID setbacks, having met our grant deadlines for the year. We are so grateful to our volunteers who have kept us making progress despite the challenges! We anxiously await the return of the Tri-Tech students who will boost both our energy and production in 2021. Volunteer Needs Pasco Construction Site: Monday - Wednesday, Friday and Saturday Crews start at 8:00 AM and end at 2:30 PM. We need crew leads! If you are skilled in construction and willing to commit to leading a crew, please complete the volunteer application and let us know you are interested. Please apply at habitatbuilds.com/ovaf

304 S Cedar Ave – Framing is expected to begin Spring 2021   302 S Cedar Ave – Framing is expected to begin early Summer 2021

Special Volunteer Opportunity

We are looking for a small group of 3-5 people to do the final cleanings of our Habitat Homes before dedications. Tasks would include sweeping, mopping, cleaning bathrooms, kitchens, and windows (inside and out). Cleanings are usually done the Thursday before a dedication. If your group would be interested in this opportunity, please contact the Volunteer Coordinator at volunteer@habitat-tcp.org or 509-943-5555.

Walla Walla

Volunteer Needs Walla Walla Construction Site: We need crew leads! If you are skilled in construction and willing to commit to leading a crew, please complete the volunteer application and let us know you are interested. Please apply here: Walla Walla Volunteer Application. Completed: Completed installing attic baffles, rulers, and wall insulation with vapor barrier (except the 2 garage walls) Installed kitchen cabinet blocking Completed truss bracing (diagonal and lateral) Work to be completed: Drywall garage ceiling and 2 walls, caulk stud bays, and insulate Complete sheetrock nailers Install closet and bathroom blocking Install lateral truss bracing

Habitat Store

Visit us in-store at: 309 Wellsian Way, Richland Tuesday - Friday 9 AM - 5 PM Saturday 9 AM - 4 PM For those with medical issues, 24-hour notice is needed to shop 8 AM to 9 AM. Volunteer Needs Habitat Store: Cashier Greeting customers as they enter the store Answering questions about store items Using POS system to complete transactions Answering the store phone Organizing the store Warehouse Associate Receives item donations at the back of the Habitat Store Write tax receipts for donor Process donations (cleaning, testing, etc.) Move items to sales floor Assist customers by loading items into their vehicles Please apply at habitatbuilds.com/ovaf

Donation Drop-offs: Located in the back of the building. Please ring the bell on the white fence. Call the store at 509-943-1330 to confirm which items we are accepting. Tuesday - Friday 10 AM - 4 PM Saturday 10 AM - 3 PM Donation Pickups: To schedule a pickup, please call our donation hotline at 509-943-0222 and leave a message with your contact information and item details.

Tri-County Partners Habitat for Humanity | habitatbuilds.com

‌ ‌ ‌ ‌