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New ReStore Offers Discount Home Supplies In Columbia
Posted May 23rd, 2013 by Habitat Staff • No comments
A vintage train case for cosmetics, a near-new three piece leather couch set and a Heartland stove are just a few of the discount home supplies that flew off the floor at the Grand Opening of the Columbia ReStore on Saturday, May 18. But don’t worry, new inventory comes off the truck every day at [...]
Pigtown Construction Kicks Off with Ravens Corporate Sponsorship
Posted May 23rd, 2013 by Habitat Staff • No comments
The Ravens don’t rest—even in the off season! Baltimore Ravens All Community Team (ACT) Foundation has formed a corporate sponsorship with Habitat for Humanity of the Chesapeake to undertake its Signature Project, identifying a goal of working together with Habitat to change lives, empower families and strengthen the historic Washington Village / Pigtown community—just blocks [...]
Affordable Habitat Housing Continues to Increase in Maryland
Posted May 21st, 2013 by Habitat Staff • No comments
In 2008, the number of abandoned Baltimore city houses had grown to over 30,000. Average city incomes were dropping and finding decent, affordable housing in Maryland was incredibly difficult. It was at this time that Habitat Chesapeake began its efforts to revitalize homes in East Baltimore. Over the past five years of working in East [...]
BGE Volunteers Support Habitat Chesapeake During National Volunteer Week
Posted May 15th, 2013 by Habitat Staff • No comments
A team of BGE employees participated in an East Baltimore neighborhood clean up event during National Volunteer Week, planting trees and removing litter. Thank you for donating your time and for this great video!
Service Enthusiasts Needed for AmeriCorps Positions in Maryland
Posted May 10th, 2013 by Habitat Staff • No comments
Its official! Habitat for Humanity of the Chesapeake will once again partner with AmeriCorps to offer service opportunities to dedicated individuals. For the 2013-2014 term, the affiliate was awarded an astounding number of 16 VISTA and National Direct positions and will be recruiting for volunteer development, construction, and family services. Through AmeriCorps, individuals will join [...]
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