Habitat Happenings- February 2023

February 2023

what's new

meet Matt

Matt (left) is Habitat QC's construction coordinator. You may already know Matt as he has been with us since September 2022. Matt brings several years of experience in the remodeling industry to the Habitat team. In his off time, he is an avid outdoorsman.

Matt says "the thing I like most about Habitat are the people- from the employees to the customers".

Matt has been working hard on all of our home builds, repairs, ramps, and renovations. Now that we have additional help, you will most likely find Matt assisting with Habitat's home repairs and wheelchair ramps.

meet Eric

Eric (right) is Habitat QC's newest team member, starting in January 2023 as our construction assistant. Eric has experience in IT, he is an Eagle Scout, and he is a Veteran of the Marine Corps. He has also volunteered with Habitat in the Chicago suburbs. In his spare time, Eric likes to golf and spend time running the energy out of his 2 and 1/2 year old dog, Roland.

Eric says "I like knowing that my work is truly helping people. Also, with construction it is nice to be able to see the fruits of my labor at the end of each day".

Eric will primarily be helping on Habitat's new construction and renovation projects.

We're turning 30!

We are so excited to celebrate Habitat for Humanity Quad Cities' 30th anniversary in 2023!

Stay tuned for more information about ways you can help us celebrate later this year.

save the date

This year's Golf "FORE" Homes event is scheduled for Friday, June 9th, 2023 at Indian Bluff Golf Course in Milan, IL. Mark your calendars now and we will let you know when registration is open!

volunteer spotlight

Name: Christopher Abbott

How long have you volunteered with HFHQC? I started volunteering a day per week in August of 2021 with the home construction teams and then added volunteering with the Restore an additional day per week during the following Spring.

What is your favorite construction/volunteer activity? Although I’ve learned and enjoyed everything I’ve done with Habitat, being outdoors on home construction is the most engaging for me.

WHY do you volunteer with HFHQC? I have time available in my life to give back to the community. Habitat is a way for me to do that with an organizational purpose that I really respect while still learning new skills, spending time with a fun group of volunteers, and staying active.

What do you do when you are not volunteering with HFHQC? Career-wise, I’m retired so I travel with my wife and enjoy outdoor hobbies. I also volunteer with Scouting and am the Summer Camp Director in the Hawkeye Area Council.

Thank you for sharing your time and talents with us, Chris!

what's building

home build updates

Home #126 (Davenport)- volunteers are finishing drywall this week.

Home #127 (Rock Island)- drywall installation is under way.

Home #128 (Davenport)- waiting on inspections. Insulation and drywall soon to follow.

Home #129 (Davenport)- we are braving the cold temps, framing and prepping for roof trusses.

Home #130 (Davenport)- painting will begin this Saturday.

Renovation Homes #131- #134 (Davenport)- demolition is complete on these 4 homes. Volunteers are currently drywall patching and preparing for paint later this month.

Volunteer opportunities are open to help with these projects! Sign up to help through the volunteer calendar link below.

repairs and ramps

Repair Program- Volunteers and staff are completing 2 bathroom projects and preparing to start 2 new bathroom projects, along with other miscellaneous repair work.

Ramp Program- The ramp program is on hold until spring.

If you are interested in helping on a repair project, contact Zach at zach@habitatqc.org

click here to view volunteer calendar

thank you's

Thank you to Quad City International Airport for having a work day with us in January. We enjoyed having you!

Thank you to ReStore and Health and Home volunteers for all that you do to help us stay clean, organized, and maintain a great reputation in the community. We truly couldn't do it without you!

Thank you to our family support committee for assisting Habitat partner families through their homeownership journey. You make a difference!

Thank you to all of our wonderful volunteers, committee members, and donors. Every hand makes a difference. We couldn't build thriving communities without all of you!

ReStore

ReStore

As seen in the photo above, ReStore is preparing an amazing booth for the upcoming Home Show! This year's Home Show is at the Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds, Feb. 17, 18 & 19. You can find more details at: https://www.kwqc.com/2023/01/03/qcbr-2023-home-show-be-held-feb-17-19-new-location/

We’ve got a lot of good-quality equipment in Electric Avenue right now. Speakers, receivers, turntables, radios, etc. All items are thoroughly tested and brought to us by the Waste Commission of Scott County

Yellow price tags are 25% off and Green price tags are 50% off in Feb.

ReStore is open for shopping Thursdays & Fridays 10-6 and Saturdays 10-3.

Call 563-391-4949 with questions or to schedule a donation pick-up.

check out what's new at ReStore on Facebook

Health & Home

ReStore Health & Home is open for shopping Thursday and Friday 10 AM to 6 PM and Saturday from 10 AM to 3 PM. Private shopping times can also be scheduled.

Call 563-349-7339 to ask questions or schedule a donation pick-up or drop-off.

follow Health & Home on Facebook

other news

We are on instagram! We are excited to reach new friends through this platform. Follow us here!

We are also on Linked In! Follow us here. This is a simple way that you can help support Habitat QC's professional network grow.

If you haven't yet, please take a moment to give us a like or a follow on Facebook to help us grow our social media reach.

Are you interested in helping with our social media and marketing efforts? Contact our development director at rebecca.ludin@habitatqc.org

wish list

Habitat for Humanity Quad Cities is currently looking for the following:

Lunch Providers - We need help providing lunches to our amazing construction volunteers! If you can assist by making meals or sponsoring a lunch delivery, please contact Zach at zach@habitatqc.org

Fundraising and Marketing Volunteers - If you are a marketing professional, social media connoisseur, or just like to help with seasonal fundraisers, we would love to have you on our NEW Fundraising and Marketing Committee! Please contact rebecca.ludin@habitatqc.org.

Repair Supervisors - We are looking for skilled volunteers who would be willing to take a leadership role on short-term repair projects. To learn more, please contact construction director Ben at ben.kantner@habitatqc.org or call 563-359-9066.

Home Build Supervisors - We are looking for skilled volunteers who would be willing to take a leadership role on our home builds. To learn more, please contact construction director Ben at ben.kantner@habitatqc.org or call 563-359-9066.

Administrative Office:

563-359-9066

3625 Mississippi Avenue

Davenport, IA 52807

ReStore:

563-391-4949

3629 Mississippi Avenue

Davenport, IA 52807

Health & Home:

563-349-7339

3629 Mississippi Avenue

Davenport, IA 52807

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