Building simple, decent homes for God's people in need since 1989
291 Chestnut Street, # 284, Oneonta, NY 13820
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 Current Habitat Happenings:

MONTHLY BOARD MEETINGS
are held the first Tuesday of each month,
7:00pm at the Elm Park United Methodist Church in Oneonta.
Come join us  •  Call 432-7874 with any questions.
Ways to CONTRIBUTE BELOW - See iGIVE  and DONATE options.
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Join us for the 2nd Annual Brewery to Brewery 5K Fun Run beginning at Brewery Ommegang and ending at Cooperstown Brewing Company, with a family style party following - raffles, prizes, food and fun! Shuttles for transfer back to Brewery Ommegang will be running consistently back and forth.

Pre-registered runners and walkers will receive commemorative glass and t-shirt. Limited quantities and sizes available for registrations received after May 15, 2013. PLEASE NOTE: A timeclock will be available, but this is strictly a Fun Run and times will not be recorded.

Runners and walkers receive their first beer or soda free. 21 & over ID band required for alcoholic beverages-only available day of event. Food will be available for purchase.

EARN PRIZES BY COLLECTING SPONSORSHIPS! Get your friends and family to sponsor you - top earners will win prizes! <BR> Use our fundraising page https://habitatotsego.webconnex.com/fundraising.

Check in at the pasta dinner the night before- June 8, 2013, Elm Park Methodist Church, 401 Chestnut St, Oneonta 5:30 - 7:30 PM.

**PLEASE NOTE: It was announced on the radio that participants can use wheeled modes of transportation (skates, skateboards, etc) during the run. THIS IS NOT ALLOWED DUE TO INSURANCE REGULATIONS. We apologize for the misunderstanding.**

Register for the run here!
2013 Habitat Fun Run

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ONE WAY TO CONTRIBUTE:

JOIN iGIVE &
Support Habitat for Humanity
of Otsego County
by Shopping On Line!!
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iGive really is as simple as it sounds.

iGive members can generate donations
by shopping at any of our 1,000+ stores.
There are no costs, obligations,
nor any hidden fees.
iGive is a free service to
causes and members.
iGive really is as simple as it sounds. iGive members can generate donations by shopping at any of our 1,000+ stores. There are no costs, obligations, nor any hidden fees. iGive is a free service to causes and members.

Go to www.iGive.com and register by entering Habitat for Humanity of Otsego County in the CAUSE box. Enter your name, e mail and create a password. Next, download the "iGive.com" button, and start shopping!

You must shop thru the iGive.com website to have a portion of your purchase donated to HFHOC.

Stores include: Barnes & Noble, Home Depot, Macys, JC Penny, Amazon, Staples, Expedia, Flowers.com, 1-800-PetMeds and many, many more!! The main iGive page lists the stores and the % they donate to the Cause you select.

 
 

PAST EVENT

Click for Fun Run Photos

See Race Results here.

PLEASE NOTE: We have included as many times as possible. There were some errors – please keep in mind that this was HFHOC’s first time trying to time the event; we’ve learned from the process and are working on a better format for next year. This is a “FUN RUN” (not an official 5K) and not officially timed. We appreciate so many people turning out-and your patience and understanding!

Construction
Committee OPPORTUNITY:

One of our worksite regulars, Bill Triolo, has been working with the Middleburg United Methodist Church, as part of their VIM group (Volunteers In Missions). Bill thought (since HFHOC doesn't have any construction going at the moment) that some of "our" people might like to join him. The coordinator is Jack Hill. He can be contacted at 518-753-4779, cell: 518-376-2291, email: vfhills@yahoo.com.

They are working on several houses, and are now at the dry wall, mud, electric and painting stage. They expect to be working at least through the end of March. The group meets every MONDAY at 9:00 a.m. at the Middleburg United Methodist Church and then is split into groups.

Lunch is not provided - everyone meets at a local restaurant.
 

Board Meetings
 Open to public First Tuesday of each month;Board meetings are usually 7:00 pm at the Elm Park Methodist Church (401 Chestnut St. in Oneonta). The public is welcome. Walk through the open kitchen area and through the doorway in the back left side. Turn right into the hallway, the room is just up that hallway on the left - you'll hear us. Call our office 607-432-7874 with questions. You can leave a message and we'll get back to you..You may have to leave a message, but we'll get back to you just as soon as we can. Or email: hfhoc@verizon.net.

Committee Meetings

Family Selection Committee:
Third Wednesday of each month (not during winter), Elm Park Methodist Church or Cooperstown location, 7:00 pm. Check with the Office (432-7874) about meeting times and places, you may need to leave a message, but we'll get back to you ASAP.

Family Support Committee:
Second Tuesday of each month, 7:00 pm. Check with the Office (432-7874) about meeting times and places, you may need to leave a message, but we'll get back to you ASAP.

Fund Raising Committee:
Fourth Tuesday of each month, 7:00 pm in Oneonta. Chair is Brenda Balcom (643-6145). Check with Brenda for confirmed time and place.

Publicity Committee:
The 4th Tuesday evening of each month, 46 Ford Ave., Oneonta, 7:00 pm.
Chair: Steve Walsh; Members: Barbara Dauria (web), Marie Hegeman, Meaghan Swan, Anna Stave.

Note to other committees
Please email Touchstonecom@stny.rr.com with your meeting information (preferably with general meeting times, so we don't have to revise eachonth - but we can do that if you need), and we will post it here./p>

 Past Events and Thank-Yous!

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F&M
Concrete
Casting
has donated the kitchen countertops for our newest home on Miles Street.
THANK YOU, Frank Stanley

Check out their website -they produce beautiful countertops.


 Dennis Murray 
We miss you!
D Murry photo
Dennis Murray was one of the very best of us. He volunteered, then supervised. He supervised construction when we were working on one, two, and three homes at once! And he still donated half his time (essentially doubling his workload) while he worked as our paid supervisor.
      Later, he drew up our house plans, even when he was home and not well. As one of our volunteers described, "He had a twinkle about him." He was always pleasant to be around. And one of his last wishes was for those who wanted to honor his memory, to donate to our Habitat Chapter.
     The"CONTRIBUTE HERE" buttontakes you to our PayPal accunt, where you can donate in his name. Be sure to mention Dennis in the "notes" section there.We sincerely thank all of Dennis's family for sharing him with us. _______________

Home Dedication Photos
BudFamily

The Buddenhagen Family opened their home to the public Sunday, May 2, for a Habitat for Humanity celebration and house dedication. More photos . . .

House Closing
Eleanor Archibald closed on her home in December.

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The Scully Home dedication Sunday was held outdoors and in - because it was a great sunny day. Photos to come. . .

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Ways to Donate

Click here to donate a car (It's easy, no matter how old or dead! They'll even come and get it.)

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Or click below to donate on line. . .

To mail us a donation, send to:
Habitat for Humanity of Otsego County,
Suite #284, 291 Chestnut St.,
Oneonta, NY  13820-1229.

And a BIG THANK YOU !

Our biggest need is land!

We are currently looking for a building plots in the Oneonta and Cooperstown School District. If you are able to donate a plot, or know of some inexpensive land for sale anywhere in the county, please either email us or call 432-7874

Our WISH LIST:

This is a list of stuff that we sure wish we had. If you are of a mind to donate any of these things, we’d be proud to take it. And remember, your donations are tax-deductible and we can supply you with a receipt. Call our office at 432-7874, leave a message about how you can help, and we'll get back to you..

Pennies from Heaven:
Cash – we are always grateful to receive, in any amount. And stop by our office to check out our Habitat merchandise – books, hammers, notecards – all priced to sell!

All your worldly goods:
We urgently need refreshments for our laborers. Lunches, morning snacks, and cases of bottled water, juice, iced tea, lemonade, and sports beverages would be terrific.
And, for our public relations and speaking engagements, we would really love a “Show Style” brand display briefcase. It’s sort of like a tri-fold poster board, but very sturdy, durable, and portable.

We need people to volunteer behind the scenes on our family, fundraising, public relations, and volunteer committees. And people for our Board of Directors. For a relatively small donation of your time, you will receive a world of fun and friendship in return.
We would like a person who has the experience and contacts to promote us to local and county governments.
We would also like a person with photo/video experience who could develop a promotional video!
And if you have specific building skills to bring to the site
(and maybe a desire to teach or lead a small crew) – wow!

VOLUNTEERING

Sign-up as a volunteer, to work with us. Go to our "Volunteer Now" sign-up page.
You'll be asked for some simple information
(We don't use this information to solicit in any way!) If the link doesn't work call (607-432-7874)

Covenant Churches

have made a commitment to support the Otsego County HFH through prayer, volunteer effort, and/or a financial commitment. Our covenant churches include:

First United Methodist (Oneonta)
Christ Church (Gilbertsville)
Elm Park Methodist (Oneonta)
Unitarian Universalist Society (Oneonta)
St. Mary's RC Church (Oneonta)
First Baptist (Oneonta)
First Presbyterian (Cooperstown)
Christ Episcopal Church (Cooperstown)

We thank you and greatly appreciate your help!
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Officers:

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE:
Karen Joest: President
Bruce Downie: Vice President
Brenda Balcom: Secretary
Peggy Fowler: Treasurer
Ann Morris: Assistant Treasurer
Mary Ann Dowdell
Bill O'Dea
Tom Norris

Board Meetings: The first* Tuesday of each month, 7:00 PM, Elm Park Methodist Church, 401 Chestnut St., Oneonta. All are welcome. Open to the public.

Board Members: Joe Camarata, Leslie Craigmyle, Barbara Dauria, Emery Herman, Starr Hobb, Bill O'Dea, Norm Tiffany, Steve Walsh, and Cecilia Zapata

Committee Chairs

Sue Melchior: Family Selection,
Jane Miller: Family Support,
Bill O'Dea: Finance,
Fund Raising: Brenda Balcom
Publicity: Steve Walsh
Volunteer: Open

HAITI UPDATE

from Habitat International: A flier about our response efforts will be available for download at www.habitat.org. Feel free to share it with your church, friends or family. . . .
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SPECIAL NOTE:  Due to an internet "Snafu" we temporarily lost our original domain name (Habitatotsego.org). The purchaser kindly agreed to allow us to have it back . . . for that we are grateful. His link is:"Bad credit payday loans." (His business is located in the United Kingdom - England.)

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