On Sunday, April 7th following church service our partners at the Habitat for Humanity Portland Region will present an update to the congregation about progress towards affordable home ownership program and Habitat for Humanity local regional efforts.
At the presentation you will learn about:
· Current building underway across the Portland Metro, including an update on the 18-home construction in the Reedville neighborhood in Hillsboro.
· The Habitat for Humanity ReStore where donated items help fund local construction of Habitat homes and keep useable items out of local landfills
· The Home Repair program that allows long-time homeowners to stay in their homes and local communities
· And their newest community offering, the Playhouse Experience, where teams of volunteers can fundraise and participate in the assembly and decoration of children’s playhouses, which are then donated to families through the Dougy Center for Grieving Families.
Later in April, on Wednesday, April 24th, the Portland Region will hold their annual one-hour program and free lunch. Bethel will host two/three tables and the keynote speaker will be award winning Majora Carter, and urban revitalization strategist, author, and Peabody Award-winning broadcaster. Look for more information in future announcements in April.
Contact Paul Griffo (paul.griffo@msn.com) and/or Leon Taylor (mr.leon.taylor.new@gmail.com) for more information. Paul and Leon serve as the Bethel Congregational representatives on the Habitat for Humanity Portland Region Faith Committee on behalf of the Outreach Committee.