Church Relations Committee
The people who serve on this committee reach
out to places of worship of all denominations to share the philosophy and
mission of Habitat. Churches, synagogues, and other places of worship
are Habitat's biggest source of financial and volunteer support.
Family Selection
This committee is made up of people willing to
interview and work with families who have made application to be a partner
family with Habitat. These people will also check to make certain
that the applicant families meet the criteria established by Habitat for
homeownership. Working with the Family Support Committee, people
working with this committee find certain joy in making what seems an unobtainable
dream come true for Habitat families.
Family Support Committee
People who have good "social/people" skills to
work with partner families both before and after construction to be sure
that the families know what is required in the area of sweat equity, to
provide a record of that time requirement, and to help in the transition
of true homeownership. These sponsor/advocate/friends may also help
families in the areas of budgeting and home maintenance. For more
information about the family support committee contact Bob Foxman at 732-349-5611
or email him at
foxmancpa@aol.com.
Fundraising Committee
People to identify and approach potential donors
(individuals, churches, corporations) for either cash or "in-kind" gifts
of material, labor, property, or support. This committee also needs
people who can develop fundraising material and help with grant writing.
You will be surprised to find how eager people are to give when they understand
the principles of Habitat.
Public Relations Committee
People who can write articles for newsletters,
and one or two who would like to work with local media are needed for this
committee. Persons interested in volunteering to serve on this committee
may also speak to church groups and other groups and organizations about
our projects and our mission. People on this committee help the affiliate
"get the word out". For more information about the public relations
committee contact Jeff Ashmen by calling the NOHFH office at 732-818-9500 or by e-mail.
Site Selection
People who are interested in and
may have knowledge of building site selection. This may
include working with local government officials on acquiring
land and lots for building, water and sewer hookups, and
ensuring lots are buildable for a house. This is an important
committee in this area, as finding affordable building lots is a
challenge. If you would like to help with this committee, please
contact the NOHFH office at 732-818-9500.
Construction Committee
The construction committee is responsible for the planning and organization of our building projects. Surveyors, architects, building inspectors, carpenters,
concrete workers, plumbers, electricians, utility people, building supply
people, painters, and people willing to learn on-the-job are very welcome.
For more information about the construction committee contact
Frank Reusch or Dick Read by calling the NOHFH office at 732-818-9500 or by emailing to construction@nohfh.org. Please note - You do not need to be part of the construction committee to help build. If interested in helping to build, just contact the construction committee and they will let you know when they can use your help.
Volunteer Relations Committee
The people who serve on this committee help organize
and contact other volunteers to set up time and places to work...whether
in the office, or on the job site. This group also keeps track of
volunteer hours, and sets criteria for volunteer recognition. For
more information click Volunteer Relations committee.
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