Habitat Happenings- October 2023

October 2023

events

Mr. & Ms. Habitat

Mr. & Ms. Habitat will be on Saturday, October 14, 2023. We have 80 silent auction items EXCLUSIVE to the in-person event, plus games, raffle baskets, great food, and desserts by the amazing Barb Hiesterman.

Thank you to American Bank & Trust and Modern Woodmen of America for being the presenting sponsors for Mr. & Ms. Habitat 2023!

Ticket sales are closed, but you can still support our fundraising efforts! We will have an online auction again this year, open to the public, starting Monday, October 9 at 12:00 noon and ending Monday, October 16 at 1:00 PM!

Sneak peak some of the items below! Click the button to preview the auction. More items will be added on Monday morning!

preview online auction

NEW Central City Repair Program

Habitat for Humanity Quad Cities is embarking on a new neighborhood project in Davenport thanks to the support of the John Deere Foundation. A $1,000,000 grant over four years will allow Habitat for Humanity Quad Cities to deploy staff and volunteers to a targeted area and focus repair efforts to maximize impact on the community. A portion of these funds will also help build one new home each year.

Repair projects will range from exterior repairs (ex: porches), critical home repairs (ex: minor electrical or minor plumbing), weatherization (ex: windows, gutters, doors), life safety (ex: smoke alarms and fire extinguishers), and accessibility (ramps, grab bars, etc.).

learn more and request an application here

taking ramp applications

We are taking accessibility ramp applications for both Scott County and Rock Island County. Applicants must 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.

request an application

volunteer spotlight

Name: Donelle Lineburg

How long have you volunteered with Habitat? 14+ years---(organized a team build with several of my coworkers in 2009) that was the beginning! Family Selection Committee-2011, PF workshops-2017).

What is your favorite construction/volunteer activity? Construction—learning how to install flooring & insulation, learning how to build wall supports---I enjoyed all of it! Love, love, love the Family Selection part----love meeting people and working with them through the process.

WHY do you volunteer with HFHQC? I started because my mom volunteered in my hometown area---I knew that I wanted to make a difference in my community ---like she did. And… it makes my heart happy!

What do you do when you are not volunteering with Habitat? Spend time with family & friends. In the past several years I have gotten a little crafty—thanks to friends that have pushed me out of my comfort zone and talked me into taking some craft classes with them. I work as an internal auditor for a local credit union—I have been in the “Credit Union world” for 30+ years.

Thank you Donelle for sharing your time and talents with us!

what's building

home build updates

New Construction

House #129- We are working on completing the interior finish work. The dedication for this home is coming soon!

House #135- We are finishing up the siding and the subs have started their rough-in work inside.

House #136- Trusses will be installed this week. Once the roof sheathing is installed, it’s on to the front porch, windows, doors, and siding.

House #137- Framing is beginning this week.

House #138- The city just approved a variance for this corner lot. The building permit will be turned in for review next.

House #139- Waiting for building permit approval and ready for the foundation.

House #140- Working on the building permit.

House #141- Working on the building permit.

House #142- Excavation for the foundation is beginning this week.

Renovation Project Houses

House #131-134- We are alternating work days at all four of our houses. Two of them are very close to be being completed. We are working with a siding contractor to install new siding on all four of them.

repairs and ramps

Repair Program- Davenport Central City Repair program is open for applications. We are currently assessing a handful of projects and are excited to get going on the first one!

Ramp Program- Ramp #78 is on the schedule and #79 and #80 are in the works. Please join us on Thursdays if you’d like to lend a hand! We have funding in both Iowa and Illinois now and applications are open.

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 the volunteer calendar

thank you's

Thank you to the following volunteer groups who assisted us in September:

Amazon

HyVee

St. John Vianney

Repay Group

Wells Fargo

John Deere Teams: Michael S., Peter N., Chris S., Nate C., Dave W., Alex O.

Thank you to our friends at all of the amazing businesses who have donated baskets or items to the Mr. & Ms. Habitat silent auction.

A huge thank you to Russell Construction for choosing us as the charity of choice for the 35th Annual Russell Charity Golf Outing! We are honored to have been selected and appreciate the generous support from everyone involved.

As always, 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

what's in store

Be sure to check the colors of price tags to get the best deals: Orange tags are 25% off and Pink tags are 50% off.

October is bringing in awesome donations! Are you planning a big holiday gathering? We've got a large selection of dining tables, chairs & couches. Renovations in the works? We have new tubs and shower surrounds. ReStore Health and Home will keep you mobile this month with wheelchairs, walkers and power chairs.

And you won't want to miss the "Spooky Hollow" Halloween display. We've saved the creepiest stuff all year.

Shopping hours: Thursdays & Fridays 10-6 and Saturdays 10-3

Donation information can be found at restoreqc.org or by calling 563-391-4949

check out ReStore on Facebook

Health & Home

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.

Health & Home on Facebook

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 still REALLY need help providing lunches to our amazing construction volunteers! If you can assist even just once a month by making meals, ordering a delivery, or donating a gift card to sponsor volunteer lunches, please contact Zach at zach@habitatqc.org or call 563-359-9066.

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.

30-20-10 Fundraising Campaign

YOU can help us build for another 30 years and beyond. Become a member of our new “Carpenter’s Club” as a recurring donor. Your monthly pledge will be something we can count on, adding strength and stability to our organization so we can reach more families in need of safe, decent, affordable homes.

Every donation makes a difference in moving our mission forward!

join the club

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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