Update on Habitat for Humanity for October of 2000
Bend Area HFH news:
Bend's HFH currently has six houses under construction, and a their new office is in it's final stages. This is the largest number of houses that they have ever had going at one time.
Three local churches, First Lutheran, Trinity Episcopal and First United Methodist took on the challenge of building a Habitat home together, the Grace Home. Glen McCracken, past president of the Board, was the building coordinator. Under his direction, church volunteers were able to get the foundation poured and the house framed.
Miller Lumber donated the framing package, Jeld-Wen Donated and installed the windows and doors, Brian Cabinets donated all the cabinetry; Ross Plumbing did all the plumbing; Dick Patterson installed Formica countertops and sub-floor; Fermin Bicerra donated the drywall installation, finishing and painting; and Yes Electric wired the home. These suppliers and volunteers working together have made the dreams come true for Carmen Salcedo and her five children!
Financial Report: Although construction continues at a steady pace, thanks to the generous support of donors, the Bend HFH needs at least an additional $95,000 to keep on track with the current fiscal-year plan. If you can help please contact the Bend HFH at 541-385-5387
For building materials, come shop at the ReStore, located on 9th and Armour in Bend; 312-6709.
HFH is always looking for volunteers. Please contact them at 541-385-5387. Thanks for your support!
(August) Local Redmond HFH news:
HFH and a large group of volunteers worked on raising the walls on the James house August 12th and 13th. The walls are Stress Panels; these panels are made of wood on the outside with foam filling (6") on the inside with electrical chases built into them. After the 12th and 13th, HFH will be working every weekend to get things done. HFH hopes to have the trusses up by the 19th and start sheeting the roof and tiling it with Monier tiles. If anyone would like to volunteer to help please call Redmond’s Habitat office to sign up.
HFH is in need of tools—saws, routers, generators, etc.—to be donated for use in future construction. Please call 541-548-1406. The HFH office is open from 10-12 am to receive donations. If you are unable to bring these tools down to the office, HFH will pick them up from your home or business.
Their web page is up and running at http://www.redmondhabitat.org. Go check it out!
(August) Local Jefferson County HFH news:
Jefferson County’s HFH had a blitz build this month on a house they are constructing for a mom and her two kids. Within four days the foundation was laid, the walls were raised, siding, windows, and doors were installed, and the home was roofed. Volunteers from the Catholic Church, United Methodist Church, local Lion’s Club and community worked together to build the home. 75% of the funding for the home is through Lion’s Club International, while the rest is through the local Lion’s Club and Jefferson County’s HFH. Some of Pacific Power and Light’s employees donated their time to fulfill community service requirements.
Within two months, HFH plans to break ground on their next home. This year has been quite exciting for them!
(August) Local Sisters HFH news:
Sisters HFH has finished building the duplex on Cowboy Street. The two houses are zero lot line homes. The dedication for the homes was on the 13th of August.
They have decided that Thursday, Friday and Saturday of every week will be work days on building projects. If anyone would like to volunteer their time on one or more of these days, please call Charlene at 549-1193.
The Sisters’ HFH Thrift Store is open from 10am to 4pm, Tuesday through Saturday. Every purchase helps build more homes.
Fred J. Becker, Architect's E-mail
