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Get Fit With Habitat

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Do you need a little bit of extra push to get GOING this winter? Sign up for Tour de Habitat on March 9 and start moving! It’s a fun day to spend with your team of friends, family, co-workers, or church groups and will benefit the community.

What We are Racing For

Besides getting some exercise, spend a fun Saturday afternoon leisurely pedaling and cheering on your teammates as you work together to make a lasting difference in the lives of local families.  By raising funds from family, friends, businesses and church groups, you will raise not only much needed dollars to support Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity, but also awareness in our community about the families that are in need of a place to call home.

Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity’s goal to raise $40,000 this year through Tour de Habitat to support the construction of homes with low-income families in Cass and Clay counties in 2013.  We need you to help make a difference!

Members of Team Rocky’s Rockettes at the 2012 Tour de Habitat!

Start Planning for Tour de Habitat Now

The annual stationary bike race and fundraiser has teams of six riders taking turns to pedal for 15 minutes. Form your teams now and start training for the event on Saturday, Marcy 9, 2013 at Courts Plus Fitness Center in Fargo. All proceeds go towards building homes for families in need in Cass and Clay Counties in ND and MN.  T-shirts will be given to all participants. Prizes will be awarded for the most money and most miles and more! You may even want to start a friendly competition with an opposing team to see who can earn the most money or pedal the farthest!

Riders of the Purple Sage

Members of Team Riders of the Purple Sage cheer on their team member at the 2012 Tour de Habitat.

Here are some tips to start planning for the race:

  • Form a team of six riders and designate a team captain.
  • Make it fun! Come up with a team name, create a theme, or even challenge another team.
  • Set Fundraising Goals: $250 minimum per cyclist ($1500 for the team). Then ask for help reaching your fundraising goal?  Ask your family, friends, coworkers, neighbors, book club members, business associates, Christmas card list, etc. to help you help Habitat.
  • Register the team by March 1, 2013 and set up your fundraising website at www.firstgiving.com/LAHFH.  If you need assistance, call LAHFH office at 218-284-5253 ext. 2

Sign up a team today to help make a family’s dream of homeownership a reality!

From the Executive Director’s Desk

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The impending winter weather has me wishing that it was summer and I could be spending time out on the Habitat build site with all of you spirited volunteers.  Even though it looks like it will be an eternity before summer is here and we’re back on the build site, it really is only a few short months away.  In the mean time, there are still lots of other ways you can help Habitat.

Consider doubling your impact with Habitat by giving during this year’s Giving Hearts Day on Thursday, February 14, 2013.  The first $4,000 given to Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity during this 24 hour online giving event will be matched by Western State Bank- giving you the chance to stretch your donation twice as far.  To make a secure online contribution to Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity and have it matched, simply go to www.impactgiveback.org on February 14 and search for Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity.  As always, all donations are tax-deductible.

Want to do something more active?  Consider joining (or forming) a team for Tour de Habitat. Each year Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity holds Tour de Habitat – a stationary bike race where teams compete against each other to raise money for Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity.  Join Habitat for a fun afternoon on Saturday, March 9 at Courts Plus to leisurely pedal and cheer on your teammates as you work together to make a lasting difference in the lives of local families.

If volunteering is more your style, we still have lots of opportunities available.  Consider joining a committee to help with the work behind the scenes.  ReStore is always looking for volunteers- individuals or groups- to price donations, prepare items for sale, receive donations, cashier, and so much more.  If you’re interested in volunteering with Habitat, send us an email at habitat@lakeagassizhabitat.org.

With all of these opportunities to get involved with Habitat, I’m sure summer will be here before we know it.  Thank you for your continued support of our mission to build homes, communities, and hope in Cass and Clay counties.

Rob Rich

Executive Director

Open Your Heart on Giving Hearts Day!

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Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity makes a difference every day by building homes and hope in Cass and Clay Counties and opening doors of opportunities for families. Your generous support means the world to families in our community who want to give their children a safe place to call home. For over 20 years, Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity has been building safe, decent and affordable homes for local families.

We are hoping that you will open your heart on Thursday, February 14 on Giving Hearts Day and make a donation to the Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity, who will open doors for those that need our help in the community. Dakota Medical Foundation’s Giving Hearts Day is on Thursday, February 14. This is a one day event where select area non-profits can participate in this online giving fundraiser and you can give with double the impact. Western State Bank will match the first $4,000 donated to Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity on Giving Hearts Day – doubling the love your gift can have! We’re asking that on Thursday, February 14, you make a difference in someone else’s life by giving any amount you want to see matched. Every donation helps!

For more information on Giving Hearts Day or to make a secure online donation to our local Habitat for Humanity affiliate, visit impactgiveback.org and type in Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter so you can share in the excitement of Giving Hearts Day and remember to give on February 14!

One Artist’s Perspective on “Home is Where the Art Is”

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It’s that time of year again. Our third annual “Home is Where the Art Is” recycled art show and silent auction is just around the corner. With tickets on sale January 3, we thought we’d give you a sneak peek at one artist’s journey to their finished product.

This is Josh Thomas’ 3rd year participating in the art show. “The Habitat Art Show is such a unique opportunity to really give back to Habitat,” Josh says. “I love taking part.”

 

Josh chose this unique cabinet from the ReStore as his chosen medium.

 

He brought it home and removed the cabinet doors and began to paint. “Between coats of black paint and right after I painted my first door, I started worrying there was no way I could possibly pull the project off,” Josh said. “I thought I might be better off taking it to a wood studio and trying make something out of the wood before I messed it up any more.”

 

Luckily, Josh kept going and after painting the exterior of the cabinet black, he painted the doors yellow and cream. “I started thinking maybe it wouldn’t turn out so bad,” he said.

 

Josh put the doors back on and added some aged tiles to the top. Here’s a snapshot of the finished product:

“The thing that originally drew me to the cabinet was the lines on the doors,” Josh said. “After I found the yellow and black paint at ReStore, it was already fully formed in my head. I think it would be a great addition to any home as a side table, media storage or even a bar.”

Bid on Josh’s or other pieces on February 2 at the Spirit Room. Tickets are available now online, at the Spirit Room Gallery and at the Habitat ReStore (210 11th Street North, Moorhead.) Learn more about this fun event on our website.

Stick to Your New Year’s Resolutions in 2013

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As a new year approaches, we start to make a list of our resolutions. What will we do differently this year? How can I make my life better? For 2013, let Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity help you keep those resolutions on track all year long. Here are some of the most popular resolutions and ways we can help you stick to them:

Event attendees view art pieces at the 2012 “Home is Where the Art Is” event.

Enjoy Life More: We get so busy in our lives that sometimes we forget to take a moment and enjoy what’s around us. In 2013, take the time to see what’s new in our community. LAHFH can introduce you to local artists at our “Home is Where the Art Is” recycled art show and silent auction on Feb. 2, 2013. See how these artists turn reclaimed items from our Habitat ReStore into works of art. You’ll have the opportunity to bid on the art pieces in a silent auction.

Riders of the Purple Sage cheer on their team mate at the 2012 Tour de Habitat.

Lose Weight & Get Fit: Some of us say this every year and by the second week of January, we’ve already blown our diet and can’t find the energy to go to the gym. However, this year will be different because Tour de Habitat will give you a reason to go to the gym. The annual stationary bike race and fundraiser has teams of six riders taking turns to pedal for 15 minutes. Form your teams now and start training for the event on Mar. 9, 2013!

After Tour de Habitat is over, you can keep in shape by training for the Fargo Marathon. LAHFH has formed a GoFar Charity team and as a team member, you’ll receive lots of perks including VIP gear check and hospitality room in Charity village. Visit http://www.active.com/donate/LAHfH to register and join our team.

Spend More Time with Friends & Family: If you’re looking for something new to do with friends and family, come out to a construction site and help us a build a house. Volunteers don’t need construction experience since our crew leaders will train and help you along the way. We also provide all the tools and materials. Take a break from the lake this summer and get your hands dirty with LAHFH. You’ll be helping a family build their new home while you build lasting memories with yours.

Get Organized: Do you have unfinished projects around your home? Or maybe you finally want to organize the garage. Habitat ReStore may have just what you need for a lot less than those big box stores. The local home-improvement thrift store offers quality new and gently used building supplies, furniture, appliances and much more. We also accept donations, so check with us before you dump any furniture or appliances.

Volunteers worked together to build the Nelson Family’s home in 2012.

Volunteer:A popular, non-selfish new year’s resolution that can change your life as well as countless others. LAHFH has many ways for you to volunteer. Whether it’s joining a committee to donate your talents and expertise or spending an hour each week working at the ReStore, we have volunteer opportunities that fit your schedule.

To see a full list of volunteer opportunities, visit our website at www.lakeagassizhabitat.org and click on “Volunteer”. You can also contact us directly at 218-284-5253 ext. 2 or at habitat@lakeagassizhabitat.org if you’d like more information or if you have questions about volunteering.

Thank you for Giving to the Max!

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Thank you for opening doors for families like this on Give to the Max Day and every other day of the year!

Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity is excited to announce together we surpassed our Give to the Max Day goal! We are thankful to all of those who answered the call to amplify your giving and help families in our community discover the impact a simple, affordable – and permanent home can have in their lives and in the lives of the generations to come.

You have made this Give to the Max Day the best one yet for Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity; we can’t thank you enough! In just 24 hours, 33 donors took advantage of the matching gift provided by Wells Fargo to raise a total $6,225!

The thoughtful donations that were given can make such a huge impact in someone’s life. It is great to hear why people choose Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity for their Give to the Max day organization. Here is what a few people shared as their reason for giving:

“[Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity] brings hope to many deserving families, giving them a chance to realize the dream of home ownership. Through the generosity of donors and volunteers in our community, we have been able to partner with dozens of families over the last 20+ years.” -Joshua Hoper

“An organization close to my heart. Thank you Habitat for all the wonderful relationships and great memories.”  -Searle Swedlund

The donations raised in this one day will open many doors for families in our community. Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity sincerely thanks everyone for their support on Give to the Max Day and throughout the year.

3 Easy Steps to Give to the Max TODAY

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During last year’s Give to the Max Day, 47,534 donors logged on to GiveMN.org. The result: $13.4 million was raised for 3,978 Minnesota nonprofit organizations, whose missions range from feeding the hungry, to protecting the environment, to providing affordable housing opportunities.

Today Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity is excited to participate in the 4th annual Give to the Max Day. If you would like to open the door to possibilities and stability for families in Cass and Clay counties with Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity, follow these 3 easy steps TODAY, Thursday, November 15th: 

Step 1: Visit Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity’s giving page.

Step 2: Make your donation.

Step 3: Save your confirmation email for tax purposes.

It’s that simple!

Give to the Max Day is a great opportunity to amplify your giving.  Wells Fargo will match the first $3,000 donated to Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity on Give to the Max Day – doubling the impact your gift can have! We’re asking you to make a difference in someone else’s life by giving whatever amount you want to see matched.

Let’s make 2012 a record year for donations on Give to the Max Day, November 15th!

Amplify Your Giving with Give to the Max Day on Nov. 15th!

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Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity makes a difference every day by building homes and hope in Cass and Clay Counties. Now more than ever, your generous support means the world to families in our community who want to give their children a safe place to call home.

Join us on Thursday, November 15 for Give to the Max Day, and help us maximize our impact in Cass and Clay Counties. Together we can help families like the Nelson family.

April Nelson and her children on the front steps of their new North Fargo home.

Five years ago, April Nelson and her two children escaped violent relationship and were living in a shelter. April was unsure if she’d ever be able to give her children a safe place to call home.

Your generosity makes it possible for the Nelson family, and others like it to experience the difference that a simple, affordable – and permanent home can have in their lives and in the lives of the generations to come.

“Habitat is amazing! One of my biggest dreams has been to own my own house,” April says. “This house gave my family a stability we’ve never been able to have before.  My kids have a yard to play in and rooms of their own. And I know we are all safe at night.”

Visit GiveMN.org on Thursday, November 15, 2012 and type in Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity to make your donation or bookmark our giving page. During Give to the Max Day, you can amplify your giving in a number of ways:

  • Matching Gifts! The first $3,000 in gifts to Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity on Give to the Max Day will be matched $1 for $1 by Wells Fargo- doubling your impact in this community.
  • Win a Golden Ticket! $1,000will be given to a random donor’s charity every hour. A supersized donation of $10,000 will be donated to a random donor’s non-profit at the end of the day. You could be that donor!
  • Put us on the Leader Board!  The 10 nonprofit organizations that receive the most dollars in 24 hours during Give to the Max Day will receive $12,500,      $5,000, $2,500 or $1,000 (4th through 10th place) prize grants.

Together, we hope to raise more than $6,000 on Give to the Max Day and we’re counting on your help! Follow us on Facebook and Twitter so you can share in the excitement of the giving day and remember to give November 15.

Mark your Calendars!

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Mark Your Calendars for Give To The Max Day: Thursday, November 15th, 2012.

November is here, and that means it’s time for the Great Minnesota Give Together! Volunteers and donors are what makes the work of Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity, as well as Habitiat affiliates around the country, possible. Whether through time, skills or monetary donations, the support of givers ensures families have a roof over their heads and a happier tomorrow. Events like Give to the Max Day further that dream by showing how community members come together for local nonprofits.

Come together and support Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity on Thursday, November 15, 2012 as part of Give to the Max Day, a one-day event where people come together to raise as much money as possible in a 24-hour time span for nonprofits throughout the state of Minnesota. Sponsored by GiveMN, Give to the Max Day began in 2009 as a means to benefit charities throughout the state, and increase online giving. Since its conception, the event has raised more than $33 million for more than 5,000 nonprofits accross the state of Minnesota.

This year, Wells Fargo will match the first $3,000 donated to Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity on Give to the Max Day- doubling the impact your gift can have! We’re asking that starting at midnight on Thursday, November 15, you make a difference in someone else’s life by giving whatever amount you want to see matched.– remember every dollar donated helps!

For more information on Give to the Max Day or to donate to our local Habitat for Humanity chapter, visit GiveMN.org and type in Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity or bookmark our giving page.

Calling All Local Artists for Habitat ReStore’s Recycled Art Show

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Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity’s ReStore is seeking artist participation in their third annual Recycled Art Show and Auction to be held on February 2, 2013 at the Spirit Room in downtown Fargo.  Artists are asked to utilize at least one recycled item from the Habitat ReStore in their final piece.

The Lake Agassiz Habitat ReStore, which began in 2006, is a home improvement thrift store selling new and gently used building supplies, appliances, furniture and home décor.  The ReStore is always accepting product donations from the community.

Artists will receive at $50 voucher to the ReStore in order to offset the costs of purchasing recycled materials.  The pieces will be displayed at the Spirit Room for three weeks preceding the event.

Attendees bid on artwork displayed at the 2012 Home is Where the Art Is event.

All proceeds from the art auction will be put towards continuing the mission of Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity in providing simple, decent and affordable homes to families in Cass and Clay counties.

If you are interested in participating, please call (218) 284 5253 Ext. 2 or e-mail intern@lakeagassizhabitat.org.  Deadline for artwork submission is Wednesday, December 5, 2012.