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The Colorado County Habitat for Humanity reflected on a busy 2024 that saw multiple milestones reached within the organization.
Spring 2024 — Over 100 individualds attended the financial education series supported by local banks and businesses to educate, empower and help instill “stability and self-reliance” within the community.
April 2024 — The 2nd Annual Community Connections Day was attended by over 20 organizations, raising funds and awareness for various local causes strengthening the community.
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Courtesy photo May 2024 — The CCHFH completed their 30th home thanks for sponsorship from the Catholic Daughters Texas State Court.
• Youth Art Exhibit, showcasing 873 pieces of youth art, took place at the Live Oak Arts Center with the theme “a Future Home in 2224.”
Aug. 2024 — Land purchased in Columbus courtesy of Nona Briscoe, who sold the CCHFH a lot at a generous discount to help build an affordable home for a hardworking family.
Oct. 2024 — The 3rd Annual Pumpkin Patch raised over 23k. The 2nd Annual Scarecrow Contest had 38 entries from three cities and over 1,200 online votes.
• A $120k donation was given by the USDA to assist senior citizens with critical repairs. The Critical Home Repairs program began last year as well. Types of repairs include home accessibility modifications, plumbing, electric, roofing, HVAC and foundational repairs. To qualify for the program, you must:
• Be a senior citizen 62 years or older.
• Own home and land.
• Be the owner’s primary residence.
• Be current on property taxes, mortgages and other obligations.
• Meet HUD area median income requirements.
Applications can be found at https://www. habitatcoloradocounty. org/copy-of-new-home-construction.
Nov. 2024 — A ground blessing took place in Weimar for the CCHFH’s 31st home, courtesy of Father Chase. The ground will be the future home of the Posada family.
“To continue building affordable homes and serving our community, we need your help,” said Charmaine Katz, Executive Director of the Colorado County Habitat for Humanity. “The rising cost of land is our biggest challenge. This year, we failed to buy a bigger piece of land that would have accommodated eight families because of land cost. We cannot compete with current market rates. Please consider making a generous gift this year. Thank you for your unwavering support. May God bless you and your loved ones always.”
