Keep up with Habitat happenings: November ’24 Newsletter

NOV 2024

Go to: G roundbreakings | Giving Tuesday | NAP Credits | Construction Updates | DC Turkey Trot

Celebrating Two Groundbreakings

This fall, we celebrated groundbreaking of two of our projects alongside our partners, community members, and supporters. These events represented more than just the beginning of construction—they showed the power of partnership and the commitment to making our communities more inclusive through affordable homeownership.

Glebe View Townhomes
On September 28th, we gathered with Fairfax Presbyterian Church, Homestretch, and HomeAid National Capital Region to break ground on the Glebe View Townhomes in the City of Fairfax. This project, our first in the City of Fairfax, highlights the power of collaboration between nonprofits, faith communities, and businesses like Drees Homes and Van Metre Companies. When completed, Glebe View will provide 10 families with a safe, stable place to call home. Representative Gerry Connolly, Mayor Catherine Read, and other local officials joined us to celebrate what these homes represent – the power of community and commitment to make our region a place where families can live and thrive.

Learn more about the Glebe View Townhomes.

Reeves Farmhouse
On October 15th, we were honored to celebrate the groundbreaking of the Reeves Farmhouse restoration with L’Arche of Greater Washington and HomeAid National Capital Region. With support from Arlington County and Toll Brothers, this historic project will restore the farmhouse’s exterior and renovate the interior to create a warm, supportive home for L’Arche residents and caregivers. Once complete, Reeves Farmhouse will offer space for up to four residents and 1-2 caregivers to build a secure place to build a community and their future. Construction is now underway, and we’re excited to keep our community updated on this project!

Learn more about the Reeves Farmhouse Renovation.

View photos from the Glebe View Groundbreaking and the Reeves Farmhouse Groundbreaking!

Giving Tuesday on December 3rd!

This Giving Tuesday, we invite you to join us in supporting a cause that incredibly meaningful. Phil’s House is more than just a fundraiser; it’s a tribute to a beloved member of his community—Phil Savarie. Phil was a devoted husband, a loving father, and friend to so many who left a legacy of kindness when he passed away. Funds from Phil’s House will support the building of The Glebe View Townhomes – 10 townhomes in the City of Fairfax.

With the outpouring of support from Phil’s friends, family, and community, they are almost at their goal. Now, we’re calling on our generous community to join us in honoring Phil by surpassing this goal and ensuring Phil’s legacy will continue his ideals in building more welcoming and supportive communities.

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NAP Tax Credits Available

We have additional NAP Credits available for Virginia donors who make at least a $500 contribution. Read more about NAP credits. If you are interested in making a donation, please email Liz Salter, Director of Donor Relations, to learn more.

Construction Updates

Our dedicated construction team and volunteers have been working hard through summer and autumn. We’re making working on three projects in the District and Northern Virginia, while preparing for two major projects next year. We have our hard hats and hammers ready for an exciting 2025!

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Start your holiday celebrations with a fantastic 5K and Half Turkey Trot hosted by Bishop Events! Join us for a brisk run through the charming streets of Georgetown.

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Did you know by donating your vehicle to Habitat you can help build and repair affordable homes while also helping the environment?

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Our office is moving to Arlington!

We’ll have a temporary PO Box until January 2024 for postal mail. Please send all correspondence to:

Habitat for Humanity DC-NOVA
PO Box 150008
Alexandria, VA 22315

To meet with a staff member, please contact them directly to schedule a time to connect. If you have any questions, please contact us at info@habitatdcnova.org

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MARCH 2024

Go to: W omen Build 2024 | C onstruction Updates | M arch Madness Event | H abitat on the Hill | HYP Event | P artner Highlight

We are thrilled to share some of the great things happening at Habitat DC-NOVA in 2024! Follow our social media channels for updates on our programs, events, and more!

Women Build 2024

Women Build strives to engage, mobilize, and empower women and people of diverse gender identities in the critical work of affordable housing. This year, Habitat DC-NOVA’s Women Build is setting out to raise $250,000 to build 2 safe, decent, and affordable homes for local women and their families.

Through this campaign, Habitat seeks to create a space for volunteers of all gender identities to participate in affordable housing work, learn new skills, and give back to their community.

Ways to get Involved in Women Build 2024

Become a Women Build sponsor. We have a range of sponsorship opportunities for Women Build 2024. Through Women Build, companies can engage their employees, highlight women in leadership, and give back to the community. Join us today! Learn more about sponsorship opportunities.
Set up a team of 10 volunteers to fundraise and build together. Bring together 10 people to raise $5,000 (or $500 per team member) and join us for a build day. Limited spots are available; if interested, please email rachel.jones@habitatdcnova.org for additional information!

Construction Updates

The first few months of 2024 have been active and busy on our construction sites! We have completed one renovation, are almost finished eight townhomes, and starting work on lots of new projects!

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Stop by our Chantilly ReStore on March 9th to celebrate March Madness! Enjoy kid’s activities, crafts, giveaways, and food trucks, and learn more about our March Madness Bracket Challenge! If you can’t make it to the Chantilly ReStore, we will be having events in the Alexandria and Herndon ReStore later in the month!

Shoppers will receive a free Habitat tote bag with a ReStore purchase of $100 or a Habitat chocolate bar when donating a large box worth of items.

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Habitat on the Hill

Rachel, Mahnoor, and Kamilla, Habitat DC-NOVA staff and Ally, a Habitat DC-NOVA Young Professional Member, attended Habitat on the Hill in February. Habitat International holds Habitat on the Hill, an annual legislative conference connecting Habitat leaders across the county to advocate for affordable homeownership in our communities.

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The Solution Street team enjoying the sunshine at their previous annual golf tournament fundraiser.

Partner Highlight: Solution Street

Solution Street is a software consulting company based in Herndon, Virginia. Each year their employees nominate and vote to select a nonprofit organization to champion and fundraise for the year. For 2024, they have selected Habitat for Humanity DC-NOVA!

Cristina Little, Recruiting Team Member at Solution Street, shared “We are looking forward to volunteering with the Habitat ReStores this year and organizing a build day. In terms of fundraising, we like to organize both online and in-person activities throughout the year such as art nights or group games for various sporting events like the Super Bowl and March Madness. Our biggest fundraising event coming up this year that is open to the public is our Annual Golf Tournament on Friday, September 13th, 2024 at Herndon Centennial Golf Course. All funds raised from the tournament will be matched by Solution Street and donated to Habitat for Humanity DC-NOVA. If you are interested in registering a group of 4 to play in the tournament (or being a sponsor) contact Cristina Little for more information: clittle@solutionstreet.com . We would love to have you there!”

Join us at the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library in NW DC on Thursday, March 14 at 5:45pm for our next Habitat Young Professionals event – Habitat 101! This event – for members and prospective members alike – will orient you to Habitat Young Professionals and Habitat and answer your questions about supporting local affordable housing. We will also have a virtual option so if you aren’t able to attend in person, join us online!

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Did you know by donating your vehicle to Habitat you can help build and repair affordable homes while also helping the environment? It’s fast and easy to donate a vehicle, and you may qualify for a tax deduction. Your vehicle donations raised over $30 million in just the last five years and will support DC & NOVA families in building strength, stability, and shelter!

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November 2023

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NOV 2023

Go to: Groveton Home Dedication | NAP Credits | Homeownership Opportunity | Giving Tuesday | Van Metre

We are thrilled to announce the re-launch of our quarterly e-newsletter, The Blueprint! Get ready to receive the latest updates on exciting happenings at Habitat DC-NOVA and opportunities for you to get involved!

Groveton Home Dedication

On Saturday, October 21st, we joined Stacy and her son Khalil (pictured left), Solomon and Sara, and Ananiya and Rahel to cut the ribbon on their recently completed Habitat homes! The three families are in the process of purchasing their homes and will move in this fall.

It was deeply moving to hear from these families about their experience in the Habitat program and excitement about their new homes. We also heard from Susanne Slater, CEO & President of Habitat for Humanity of Washington, D.C. & Northern Virginia, Ayanna Jones, DEI Engagement Sr. at Freddie Mac, Robert Lazaro, Executive Director at Northern Virginia Regional Commission, and Amelie Rives, CEO at the Virginia Statewide Community Land Trust. You can view the event recording below.

We could not have built these homes without the support of our donors, partners, volunteers, and the community at large. On behalf of the families and all of us at Habitat DC-NOVA, thank you!

Groveton Home Dedication Livestream

NAP Tax Credits Available

Homeownership Opportunity: Skyland

Are you in the market for your first home and having trouble finding something affordable? Habitat DC-NOVA is selling brand new, affordable, spacious 3 bedroom 2.5 bath townhomes with basements in the Skyland neighborhood of SE DC.

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SAVE THE DATE: Skyland Open House – December 5th from 4-6 PM

Giving Tuesday

Tuesday, November 28th, marks the global generosity movement known as #GivingTuesday.

Each year, we complete home repairs and modifications for seniors & individuals with disabilities in our communities. These repairs help people to safely stay in their home and community at large.

For Giving Tuesday, we seek 75 donors help fund 75 home repairs for seniors in our communities. Will you join us?

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Thank you, Van Metre!

We are incredibly thankful for Van Metre’s generosity with their donation from funds raised through their the annual Cornhole Tournament held on September 17th.

The event helped raise funds for Habitat DC-NOVA’s Fairfax Presbyterian Church Project. This project involves the development of 10 townhomes, with two units specifically designated for HomeStretch, a non-profit organization that supports families transitioning out of homelessness.

We recently opened our online ReStore! Shop for unique and fun items. With your purchase, you are supporting local families in building a stronger foundation for the future.

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Did you know by donating your vehicle to Habitat you can help build and repair affordable homes while also helping the environment?

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Go to: Groundbreakings | Giving Tuesday | NAP Credits | Construction Updates | DC Turkey Trot

Celebrating Two Groundbreakings

Giving Tuesday on December 3rd!

NAP Tax Credits Available

Construction Updates

Go to: Women Build 2024 | Construction Updates | March Madness Event | Habitat on the Hill | HYP Event | Partner Highlight

Women Build 2024

Ways to get Involved in Women Build 2024

Construction Updates

Habitat on the Hill

Partner Highlight: Solution Street

Go to: Groveton Home Dedication | NAP Credits | Homeownership Opportunity | Giving Tuesday | Van Metre

Groveton Home Dedication

NAP Tax Credits Available

Homeownership Opportunity: Skyland

Giving Tuesday

Thank you, Van Metre!

Go to: G roundbreakings | Giving Tuesday | NAP Credits | Construction Updates | DC Turkey Trot

Go to: W omen Build 2024 | C onstruction Updates | M arch Madness Event | H abitat on the Hill | HYP Event | P artner Highlight