BuildBlog

The BuildBlog is all about keeping you up to date with Habitat for Humanity of the Chesapeake. You will find everything from homeowner stories to information about ReStore sales. Do you like to write? Did you have a great experience with Habitat that you would like to share? Send us your blog! Email Laura Nace at lnace@habitatchesapeake.org.

Words from Patty

Posted February 10th, 2012 by Laura Nace • No comments

At this morning’s staff meeting, Patty Berry, Site Supervisor at Habitat for Humanity, shared what home means to her. The staff enjoyed it so much, we couldn’t help but share. “I’m thankful for my home. It’s the place I look forward to going after work, after vacation, after running errands… in fact, whenever I’m not home, [...]

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My Day with Thrivent Builds

Posted December 29th, 2011 by Habitat Staff • No comments

“Our main mission,” Dave said, while peeling paint from his exhausted hands “is to help provide somebody that needs a home with a new Habitat home.”

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Habitat for Humanity Restores Historic Annapolis Neighborhood

Posted December 15th, 2011 by Laura Nace • No comments

In early October, crowds gathered in the historic neighborhood of Clay Street, Annapolis, to celebrate Habitat for Humanity of the Chesapeake’s restoration efforts and to witness the dedication of ten new homes to deserving families. Since 1999, Habitat for Humanity has restored twelve homes in the area and has partnered with local residents and churches [...]

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Happy Holidays!

Posted December 14th, 2011 by Laura Nace • No comments

                    To all of our volunteers, donors, homeowner families and supporters everywhere, Habitat for Humanity of the Chesapeake wishes you the happiest of holidays! Our offices will be closed Friday, December 23 through Monday December 26 and Friday, December 30 through Monday, January 2 in order [...]

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2nd Annual MD Home and Garden Show Preview Party!

Posted December 13th, 2011 by Laura Nace • No comments

          Click HERE to Buy Your Tickets Think spring! Take a break from winter’s blast and enjoy beautiful gardens, live music, hors d’oeuvres and great company at our 2nd Annual Preview Party at the Maryland Home and Garden Show at the Maryland State Fairgrounds on Friday, March 2nd, from 6-9 p.m. Be the [...]

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November Homeownership Orientation Sessions

Posted November 8th, 2011 by Laura Nace • No comments

Attending an orientation session is the first step to becoming a homeowner with Habitat for Humanity of the Chesapeake. All orientations are approximately one hour.  Attendees do not need to bring anything. Tuesday, November 8th at 6 PM McElderryPark Community Center 611 N. Montford Ave., Baltimore, MD 21205                [...]

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HONs Just Wanna Have Fun!

Posted October 14th, 2011 by Laura Nace • No comments

Cafe Hon is hosting a happy to benefit Habitat for Humanity‘s Women Build project! Food and drink specials, a raffle, hard hat decorating contest and LIVE MUSIC by Brooks Long!

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September Homeownership Orientations

Posted September 1st, 2011 by Laura Nace • 2 comments

Interested in becoming a homeowner or know someone who might qualify? We are looking for individuals and families who are willing to partner with Habitat to make their dreams of homeownership a reality! The first step toward owning a Habitat home is to attend an orientation session. Tuesday, September 6 at 6 p.m. McElderry Park [...]

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Baltimore Habitat for Humanity and MECU

MECU Partners with Habitat

Posted July 22nd, 2011 by Laura Nace • No comments

    MECU (Municipal Employees Credit Union) provides an array of financial services to Habitat for Humanity of the Chesapeake, including mortgage financing and servicing, MECU membership for our homeowners, and financial support for Habitat for Humanity International’s volunteer construction initiatives.

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Baltimore Charity Sponsored by PayPal

PayPal Sponsors 300th Home

Posted July 22nd, 2011 by Laura Nace • No comments

PayPal, Inc. is the “Welcome Home” sponsor of the 300th house to be built by Habitat for Humanity of the Chesapeake (HFHC). The PayPal team has started to build at 2447 Jefferson Street in East Baltimore and will continue through the completion and dedication of the home later this summer. “Habitat for Humanity of the [...]

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