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Habitat for Humanity Opens the Door to Generational Wealth
ありがとう [Arigatou] -Japanese for Thank You
In May, our board of directors spent the day in Ellsworth building stairs, painting and landscaping as we wrapped up our Spring build events. With fourteen members, our board of directors share their professional skills to help neighbors become homeowners, and homeowners with home repair. You can learn more about our board online here. We are so grateful for the work and time they share! Thank you Board of Directors!
Habitat for Humanity, International celebrates 50 years this year. To review our mission, this question was the focus of research by our leadership, in partnership with Washington University in St. Louis, MO: Can homeownership actually deliver lasting wealth for households who need it most? Data from the study shows a definite yes:
- On average, Habitat homeowners see consistent improvements in their credit scores, gaining an average of 22 credit score points relative to their non-Habitat neighbor
- Habitat homeowners accumulate $1,800 more in liquid assets than comparable neighbors, with gains accelerating after the third year of homeownership.
- 83.4% of Habitat homeowners are satisfied or very satisfied with their home — compared to 48% of renters and 68.9% of non-Habitat homeowners.
The study, Paths to Stability and Wealth, supports our vision where everyone deserves housing security and long-term generational wealth building opportunities. Our homeownership requirements are based on income qualifications, need and willingness to partner. We head to Baldwin next! And hope you can join us for a hot dog and the chance to enjoy a summer Sunday afternoon at our annual Volunteer Appreciation Picnic, Sunday, July 14.
Thank you for being wonderful neighbors! Happy Pride, Happy Juneteenth and Happy 4th of July from Kristie and the team
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Groundbreaking Ceremony, June 30
We're excited to head to Baldwin this summer, thanks to a generous donation of land from Western Wisconsin Health. To kick things off, we're hosting a groundbreaking, Tuesday, June 30th, at 10:30a.m. at 650 10th Ave. and you're invited!
#Affordable Housing in Baldwin!
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Help us Launch our Critical Home Repair Program in July!
Thanks to funding support from Andersen Corporate Foundation, we are introducing our Critical Home Repair Program in July. The program is every other month for a year as we test it out, and serves folks in our 40-80% income guidelines. Applications are being taken now. You can learn more about the process, and the projects we help, with by visiting our Critical Home Repair page on our website!
Because we all need a safe place to come home to! #Thankful
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Crazy Days Sidewalk Sale
We are celebrating a huge year at the ReStore with a Sidewalk Sale July 7 - 11th!
One of the earliest known Sidewalk Sales took place in Paris, in 1921, when Americans were charmed by glittering Chanel knockoffs being sold along the Champs-Élysées. Although we don't expect to have Chanel in the store, you will find some great deals at our ReStore Sidewalk Sale, July 7-11th. Whether it's Back-to-School finds, or a piece of furniture that's perfect for a spot in your home, come out and pick your discount! Our famous fishbowl will be filled with savings coupons of up to 50% off an item. And of course, there will be cake! Come out and look around. There's sure to be something that catches your eye! #ReStore
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What's better than golf on a beautiful summer day?
We're hammering balls this summer at our inaugural Homes FORE All Classic! Join us for 19 holes and a day on the links at St. Croix National Golf & Event Center, Monday, August 17th! Thrivent and SCVHFH present this fun, scramble event, which includes golf, lunch, prizes for best ball, and more!
Sponsor a hole or register a team!
REGISTRATION IS OPEN NOW.
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Current work!
We've been knee-deep in the dirt on our Ellsworth builds. From siding to stairways, walkways and landscape, we're taking care of details!
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Here's What's On the Volunteer Calendar...
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Jon us for our Volunteer Cookout, Sunday, July 12th. It's our way of letting you just sit down for a minute, grab a bite and chat with each other.
Like any good cookout, our appreciation cookout is here in our front yard (749 Ryan Drive, Hudson) from 1-4pm, Sunday, July 12th. Bring a friend or family member and let us do all the work for once!
| Pride Build is July 16-17th. Visit our website for more information! | | Thanks to you, our little ReStore was named "Best of" for the second year in a row! Your reviews and comments just lift us up every day! This year, we brought in more than $100,000 in sales! That money goes right back into the work we do to help build homes, hope and stability in our neighborhoods! You are AMAZING! | |  |
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Fresh Finds from Lowe's
Thanks to our friends at Lowe's in Stillwater, you'll start seeing new items in the box like recent donations of custom doors, cabinets and a washer and dryer. We update our Facebook page with new items from Lowe's and other donations, daily. Check it out and don't wait if you see something you like!
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Do you have a gently used piece of furniture or construction materials that could finish an entire project? We would love to take your donation in our ReStore in Hudson!
Call ahead 715-318-9122 or email to pre-approve donations please!
Heads up Shoppers:
We've got new hours to better serve you!
Our store is open Tues 11-4 Wed 11-6 Thurs & Fri 10-4 Sat 9-3. Inventory is always changing and we do get beautiful antique pieces occasionally too! Come on out and say hello - we can't do this without you!
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Help us hand over more keys with a one-time or recurring gift.
We are funded through donations that allow us to build safe, sustainable, healthy and affordable homes so that all of our neighbors have a safe place to call home. Please consider helping more families build generational wealth through home ownership.
Donate online here.
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Cars for Homes Helps us Build More Homes!
Maybe it's time for a new boat this season! Recycle your idle vehicle, whatever kind or condition!
Proceeds from the sale of your donated vehicle will help Habitat families build strength, stability, and self-reliance in our communities. Plus, it’s fast and easy to do, and you may qualify for a tax deduction. Be sure to specify St. Croix Valley Habitat as your recipient.
Donate your vehicle in three easy steps:
- Call 1-877-277-4344.
- Provide your vehicle information and contact information.
- Schedule your vehicle to be picked up.
or click here for a donation form!
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