Tuesday, September 29, 2009
Habitat Newark is now on facebook! Check out our site: http://www.facebook.com/pages/NewarkHabitat/85707204698
Monday, September 21, 2009
Goodsearch/Goodshop
Habitat Newark is now on Goodsearch. This is a search engine powered by Yahoo, where, with each search, a donation is made to Habitat Newark.
It's easy to use the site. Simply go to http://www.goodsearch.com/ and enter "Habitat for Humanity Newark" in the text box underneath "Who do you Goodsearch for?" then click "verify." After that, all your searches will benefit Habitat.
Another cool feature of this site is Goodshop. You can click on the Goodshop icon towards the bottom of the main page then the site will redirect you to your favorite shopping sites. With each purchase you make through Goodshop, a percentage of what you pay will be donated to Habitat Newark. There are also a lot of really good coupons available for using at these different vendors' websites.
It's never been easier to donate so check it out! http://www.goodsearch.com/
It's easy to use the site. Simply go to http://www.goodsearch.com/ and enter "Habitat for Humanity Newark" in the text box underneath "Who do you Goodsearch for?" then click "verify." After that, all your searches will benefit Habitat.
Another cool feature of this site is Goodshop. You can click on the Goodshop icon towards the bottom of the main page then the site will redirect you to your favorite shopping sites. With each purchase you make through Goodshop, a percentage of what you pay will be donated to Habitat Newark. There are also a lot of really good coupons available for using at these different vendors' websites.
It's never been easier to donate so check it out! http://www.goodsearch.com/
Women Build in Chic Mom Magazine
The quiet chatter coming from the basement of the St. Joseph's Rectory, Maplewood, NJ comes to a halt as Co-Chair, Lynn Blasser, leads a small group of women in simple prayer -a prayer for guidance and strength.
Lynn is Co-Chair of Women Build of Newark, NJ, a program of Habitat for Humanity International, which promotes the involvement of women in the funding and construction of Habitat homes. The group empowers women as they address the issue of substandard housing.
It is clear that this group of women possesses both the drive and skill needed to raise the walls for a family in need of affordable housing.
The commitment to provide affordable housing has never been greater as our nation continues to face difficult economic times. As our nation's small businesses suffer, donations plummet. Lynn and Co-Chair, Carol Pastor, push the group's creativity as an additional $30,000 is needed to reach their financial commitment of $90,000.
On this occasion, an opportunity has been presented to partner with The Women's Theater Company of Parsippany, NJ who is willing to donate the proceeds of an afternoon performance to the build. Within moments, the group of 12 quickly assign tasks and willingly take on the responsibility to assure the success of the latest fundraiser.
Unlike most women turning 60, Lynn did not visit the local nail salon or search for the perfect dress to celebrate one of life's milestones. Rather she grabbed her work boots and tools and joined those dear to her in the heart of Newark. Those invited to Lynn's 60th birthday party received an invitation to clear the earth as they prepared the site for the second build. In lieu of a gift each was asked to bring a check for $35 made out to Women Build. Lynn's infectious spirit and dedication to those less fortunate has brought over 300 women together since the inception of the Women Build initiative, which formed in 2003.
Along with her husband Don, Lynn was honored as"Volunteer of the Year 2005" for Habitat for Humanity Newark and the recipient of the "Advancing the Status of Women" award from the Soroptimist International of Suburban Essex. The power of one is a joy to witness and be a part of. The human spirit is truly abundant when encouraged.For more information on Women Build, Newark please visithttp://www.habitatnewark.org/women_build.htm
Lynn is Co-Chair of Women Build of Newark, NJ, a program of Habitat for Humanity International, which promotes the involvement of women in the funding and construction of Habitat homes. The group empowers women as they address the issue of substandard housing.
It is clear that this group of women possesses both the drive and skill needed to raise the walls for a family in need of affordable housing.
The commitment to provide affordable housing has never been greater as our nation continues to face difficult economic times. As our nation's small businesses suffer, donations plummet. Lynn and Co-Chair, Carol Pastor, push the group's creativity as an additional $30,000 is needed to reach their financial commitment of $90,000.
On this occasion, an opportunity has been presented to partner with The Women's Theater Company of Parsippany, NJ who is willing to donate the proceeds of an afternoon performance to the build. Within moments, the group of 12 quickly assign tasks and willingly take on the responsibility to assure the success of the latest fundraiser.
Unlike most women turning 60, Lynn did not visit the local nail salon or search for the perfect dress to celebrate one of life's milestones. Rather she grabbed her work boots and tools and joined those dear to her in the heart of Newark. Those invited to Lynn's 60th birthday party received an invitation to clear the earth as they prepared the site for the second build. In lieu of a gift each was asked to bring a check for $35 made out to Women Build. Lynn's infectious spirit and dedication to those less fortunate has brought over 300 women together since the inception of the Women Build initiative, which formed in 2003.
Along with her husband Don, Lynn was honored as"Volunteer of the Year 2005" for Habitat for Humanity Newark and the recipient of the "Advancing the Status of Women" award from the Soroptimist International of Suburban Essex. The power of one is a joy to witness and be a part of. The human spirit is truly abundant when encouraged.For more information on Women Build, Newark please visithttp://www.habitatnewark.org/women_build.htm
Airport Parking: Save Money and Donate to Habitat Newark
Now you can save money on parking at the Newark International Airport and also donate to Habitat Newark!
http://habitatnewark.org/docs/EWR-nhh_%20charity_e_coup08-09.pdf
http://habitatnewark.org/docs/EWR-nhh_%20charity_e_coup08-09.pdf
Jim Corbett- New Project Manager
James M. Corbett, a practicing attorney and former executive for some of the largest real estate
development companies in the country, has joined Habitat for Humanity Newark (HFHN) as Project Manager, officials from the organization announced today.
Corbett brings the experience of a 30-year career that includes senior positions with D.R. Horton, Inc., K. Hovnanian Enterprises and other prominent real estate developers and, more recently, his own legal practice, where he specialized in real estate and zoning law. Corbett will use his expertise to spearhead an expansion of the scope of building operations for Habitat Newark, which is looking to build more homes for families in a shorter time frame than they have in the past.
“We plan on putting Jim’s skills to good use,” said David Zurheide, Executive Director of Habitat for Humanity. “He has years of experience in creating affordable housing in New Jersey and he is eager to jump into the projects we have and to begin working on new ones.”
Areas of Corbett’s expertise that will help Habitat Newark to move projects from the fundraising and design phases through to completion include land acquisition, zoning law, government approvals, financial planning and the design and construction of residential developments that include affordable housing components.
“For nearly 30 years I was involved in getting approvals for large-scale communities that contained a substantial number of affordable housing units for the firemen, teachers and blue-collar workers that every municipality needs to be a complete community,” Corbett said. “I’ve seen the difference that affordable housing makes in these people’s lives and how it improves a neighborhood.”
Corbett sees it as the culmination of his career to be able to focus exclusively on affordable housing as Project Manager for Habitat Newark. “It has become a passion of mine,” he said. “I like to be in an environment conducive to working hard and accomplishing something tangible. We plan to buy properties, get approvals and build the appropriate houses for those lots.”
development companies in the country, has joined Habitat for Humanity Newark (HFHN) as Project Manager, officials from the organization announced today.
Corbett brings the experience of a 30-year career that includes senior positions with D.R. Horton, Inc., K. Hovnanian Enterprises and other prominent real estate developers and, more recently, his own legal practice, where he specialized in real estate and zoning law. Corbett will use his expertise to spearhead an expansion of the scope of building operations for Habitat Newark, which is looking to build more homes for families in a shorter time frame than they have in the past.
“We plan on putting Jim’s skills to good use,” said David Zurheide, Executive Director of Habitat for Humanity. “He has years of experience in creating affordable housing in New Jersey and he is eager to jump into the projects we have and to begin working on new ones.”
Areas of Corbett’s expertise that will help Habitat Newark to move projects from the fundraising and design phases through to completion include land acquisition, zoning law, government approvals, financial planning and the design and construction of residential developments that include affordable housing components.
“For nearly 30 years I was involved in getting approvals for large-scale communities that contained a substantial number of affordable housing units for the firemen, teachers and blue-collar workers that every municipality needs to be a complete community,” Corbett said. “I’ve seen the difference that affordable housing makes in these people’s lives and how it improves a neighborhood.”
Corbett sees it as the culmination of his career to be able to focus exclusively on affordable housing as Project Manager for Habitat Newark. “It has become a passion of mine,” he said. “I like to be in an environment conducive to working hard and accomplishing something tangible. We plan to buy properties, get approvals and build the appropriate houses for those lots.”
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