Quiz Question #1

Quiz Question #2 Of the roughly 2 billion children in the developing world, how many are without adequate shelter? A. 1 in 9 B. 1 in 7 C. 1 in 5 D. 1 in 3

Quiz Question #2 Of the roughly 2 billion children in the developing world, how many are without adequate shelter? A. 1 in 9 B. 1 in 7 C. 1 in 5 D. 1 in 3 Waterborne diseases alone kill some 4 million infants and children every year. Additionally, the World Health Organization estimates that nearly 2 million people in developing countries die each year from a single cause: indoor air pollution caused by leaky and inefficient household stoves.

Quiz Question #3 Children of homeowners are how much more likely to graduate from college than children of renters? A. 1.6 percent B. 16 percent C. 116 percent D. 1,160 percent

Quiz Question #3 Children of homeowners are how much more likely to graduate from college than children of renters? A. 1.6 percent B. 16 percent C. 116 percent They are also 25 percent more likely to graduate from high school, and have higher math and reading scores and fewer behavioral problems. D. 1,160 percent

Quiz Question #4 Volunteering can help you live longer. A. True B. False

Quiz Question #4 Volunteering can help you live longer. A. True B. False Researchers at the University of Exeter, reviewing 40 studies from the past 20 years on links between volunteering and health, found that volunteers showed improved mental health, increased life satisfaction and lower depression rates — and even lived longer. Give yourself a boost while helping others through Habitat!

Our McLean Co. Affiliate Non-profit, ecumenical Christian housing ministry Founded in 1985 by volunteers Has impacted 162 families here in McLean County Has over 1,000 volunteers a year

Habitat ReStore 1402 W. Washington St in Bloomington Opened in 2009 Tues-Fri 10-5pm Sat 9am-4pm

The Jist We provide 25 year, no interest mortgages to qualifying families in McLean County. They pay $475-$500 per month We use this money to build more new construction homes, along with sponsorship dollars.

Donor Dollars $80K 10%

Facts and Figures 42% of Bloomington Residents are renting Average Rent is $686/month Rent for a 3 Bedroom around $800/month Average Bloomington Mortgage payment $1,123 It costs Habitat a little over $80k to build a home. Most lots are donated

Family Partners “Hand up, not a hand out”

Homeowners Criteria #1 Housing Need Inadequate Housing Overcrowded Conditions Subsidized housing

Homeowners Criteria #2 Ability to Pay Family SizeMonthly IncomeAnnual Income One$2,950$35,400 Two$3,370$40,440 Three$3,790$45,480 Four$4,210$50,520 Five$4,550$54,600 Six$4,885$58,620 Seven$5,225$62,700 Eight$5,560$66,720

Homeowner Criteria #3 Willingness to Partner “Sweat Equity” – 250 hours per adult 25 hours on another home 50 hours at the ReStore Attending Workshops – Budgeting, Home Maintenance, etc.

ISU Habitat Trick or Treat for Change (October) 5k Run “Pounding the Pavement” (Spring) Partners with Illinois Wesleyan University Built a home a year for the last 21 years (2 homes in 2010)

What have we been up to? Built 5 Homes that started in Spring A Brush with Kindness projects in 2015 Help Build Hope Wall Event 30 th Anniversary as an affiliate

What have we been up to? 1 home in progress- – Collegiate House (Church St, Normal)

Local Impact Revitalize the community Volunteers Local trades Business donations – Morris Granite – Whirlpool – Valspar

Volunteering Build Sites – Saturdays 8am to 12pm Bringing Refreshments Office Administration ReStore Committees Board of Directors Women Build

What do I need to know about a Habitat worksite? Expect muddy, dusty conditions Expect to be “hands on” What to bring: water, safety glasses, gloves, sturdy shoes An open mind, and patience