Habitat Happenings- March 2023

March 2023

what's new

we are taking ramp applications

Spring is on it's way and we are getting ramped up! Applicants must live in Scott County Iowa or Rock Island County Illinois, own their home, and meet income criteria. If you or someone you know is in need of an accessibility ramp, please give our office a call at 563-359-9066 or stop by Monday - Friday 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM to pick up an application.

We're turning 30!

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

In lieu of our Annual Dinner event, we will be having an anniversary party at St. Paul Lutheran Church on May 18th. Save the date! More information to come.

Golf "FORE" Homes

This year's Golf "FORE" Homes event is scheduled for Friday, June 9th, 2023 at Indian Bluff Golf Course in Milan, IL. While tickets aren't available quite yet, we are currently seeking sponsors to help make our event a success! This is a great advertising opportunity for your business while supporting affordable housing. Interested in learning more about sponsorship opportunities? Please contact Rebecca rebecca.ludin@habitatqc.org

volunteer spotlight

Name: Jean-Michel Serra

How long have you volunteered with HFHQC? I have been volunteering with HFHQC for a little over a year and a half now.

What is your favorite volunteer activity? I like all of the hands-on type work, such as framing, flooring, and installing drywall.

Why HFHQC? As an immigrant to the United States, I always felt a need to serve my country. First, I joined the U.S. Army, then worked over 32 years as a civilian with the Department of the Army. Plus, my wife says I’m happier when I come home after a day of volunteering.

What do you do when you are not volunteering with HFHQC? I enjoy listening to music and collecting all types of genres, in addition to reading history books and fiction novels. I’m not able to play soccer any more, but enjoy watching it whenever I can. Finally, I work on my own to-do list around the house and yard.

Thank you for sharing your time and talents with us, Jean-Michel!

what's building

home build updates

New Construction:

House #126- We’ve started installing flooring and next we’ll move on to doors and trim.

House #127- Our drywall finisher is currently prepping for paint. We hope to start painting ceilings and walls on Saturday, March 4th.

House #128- We are installing drywall.

House #129- We finally have the house under cover! Next, we’ll finish some miscellaneous framing and then install windows and siding (as the weather permits).

House #130- We are finishing up the trim work and kitchen cabinets and miscellaneous finish work will be next.

Renovation Project Houses:

House #131-134- Demo work on all four houses is complete. We are currently focusing on House #133 where we are painting. Flooring will be next!

repairs and ramps

Repair Program- In March, we’ll be completing a bathroom project where we are installing a walk-in shower. Other projects will involve some miscellaneous minor carpentry repairs.

Ramp Program- The ramp program is open for new applications! Stay tuned for ramp prebuild days coming soon.

Sign up to help with construction projects through the volunteer calendar link below. If you have questions about volunteering on our construction sites or behind the scenes, contact Zach at zach@habitatqc.org

click here to view volunteer calendar

thank you's

Thank you City of Davenport and Mayor Mike Matson for presenting Habitat for Humanity Quad Cities and former executive director Kristi Crafton with the Mayor's Community Excellence Award. We are so honored!

Thank you to our Family Selection Committee for your work of carefully interviewing applicants to the Habitat homeownership program. Your time and talents mean so much to us!

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!

recycle, re-use, ReStore

Huge Thank You to everyone who turned out for the 2023 QC Home Show in Febuary. We talked to a lot of visitors and made some vendor connections that we’re hoping turn into more donated materials. It was a big success and the items from our booth have been selling well.

what's in store

Is a new backsplash in your future? February also saw a great donation of ceramic tile and grout from Village Home Stores in Geneseo.

In anticipation of warmer weather, we’ve got bags of 10-10-10 lawn and garden fertilizer - $15 per bag while they last.

If you have items to donate but can’t bring them in yourself, give us a call! ReStore provides free pickups from homes and businesses in the Quad Cities. 563-391-4949

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

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.

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follow us on social media

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

We are also on LinkedIn! Click here to connect with us! 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.

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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