NEWS RELEASE Contact: Brittany Krug Warren County Habitat for Humanity 908-835-1300 [email protected] Warrenhabitat.org Warren County Habitat for Humanity receives $8250 grant from Lowe’s to support home repair projects in Washington, NJ WASHINGTON, NJ (November 2024) – Warren County Habitat for Humanity (Warren County Habitat) announced today it has received a $8250 grant from Lowe’s to … Read More.
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2024 (9)
- November 12 - - Warren County Habitat for Humanity receives $8250 grant from Lowe’s to support home repair projects in Washington, NJ
- October 22 - - Warren County Habitat for Humanity Celebrates 25 Years with Annual Beams and Dreams FundraiserThis year’s annual Beams and Dreams fundraiser was nothing short of a celebration for Warren County Habitat for Humanity’s (Warren County Habitat) 25th Anniversary! The energy was high, as guests enjoyed perusing the many silent auction baskets, partaking in a meal of hearty hors d’oeuvres, taking photos at a beautifully crafted balloon arch, and so much … Read More.
- September 5 - - Warren County Habitat for Humanity Announces New Partner Family for Harmony HomeOn Thursday, June 6th, as the heat wave approached, members of the Warren County Habitat for Humanity (Warren County Habitat) community gathered on a plot of land in Harmony Township to bless the beginning of construction on what will be the Chobot home. From a volunteer, to an employee, to a future Warren County Habitat … Read More.
- July 17 - - 25 Years of Serving the Community: Celebrate with Warren County Habitat on September 12th!Come for drinks, good food, and prizes, prizes, prizes! Join Warren County Habitat for Humanity as we celebrate our 25th Anniversary at the biggest event of the year! Returning to the beautiful Hawk Pointe Golf Club, Warren County Habitat’s annual Beams & Dreams fundraiser will be held on September 12th, 2024 at 6:00 PM. Warren … Read More.
- June 20 - - “Home” Means a Dream Come True for Single Phillipsburg Mom and FamilyOn June 15th, at 10:00am, Jaiden Fischer stood in front of her new home with her brother, Biagio, and son, Jedrek by her side. She was joined by almost one hundred members of the community: neighbors, fellow Warren County Habitat for Humanity (Warren County Habitat) Homeowners and their families, volunteers, staff, and other community partners. … Read More.
- May 30 - - STATE FARM REPRESENTATIVES GIVE BACK TO WARREN COUNTY HABITAT AT “THE HUT”Washington, NJ (May 2024) – For the third year in a row, State Farm representatives have generously donated their time at various Warren County Habitat for Humanity (Warren County Habitat) volunteer sites. Their day of service this year was at Warren County Habitat’s new retail location, The HUT, and is linked to a $5000 grant … Read More.
- April 19 - - Warren County Habitat for Humanity’s Community Center Celebrates 2 Years!Washington, NJ (April 2024) – For the past two years, Warren County Habitat for Humanity’s (Warren County Habitat) building at 31 Belvidere Ave in Washington has operated as a successful Community Center. Many will remember the building as a simple office space with construction needed in the back, a Habitat for Humanity thrift shop, or … Read More.
- March 1 - - Habitat for Humanity’s 2ND Annual Radiothon with WRNJ a SUCCESS!Hackettstown, NJ (March 2024) – Following the success of last year’s Have a #HeartForHabitat Radiothon, Warren County Habitat for Humanity (Warren County Habitat) was invited to host a second Valentine’s Day event with WRNJ this year! 2024’s event focused on Warren County Habitat’s Home Repair Program and 25th Anniversary, featuring guests such as Jaiden Fischer, … Read More.
- January 30 - - 14th Annual Festival of Trees Raises OVER $88,000 For Local Non-ProfitsWASHINGTON, NJ (January 2024) During this season of reflection, Rossi Auto Group, Abilities of Northwest Jersey (Abilities), and Warren County Habitat for Humanity (Warren County Habitat) are excitedly celebrating the success of the 14th Annual Festival of Trees that was held on December 7th, 2023. Attendees of the event came from far and wide to … Read More.
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- November 27 - - Hackettstown Rotary Club Volunteers On Habitat For Humanity Construction Site, Donates $1,000Washington, NJ (October 2023)- Warren County Habitat for Humanity (Warren County Habitat) is an organization that thrives due to its community’s contribution and support. In September, the organization saw an enthusiastic group of volunteers from the Hackettstown Rotary Club donating their time at their construction site. The team helped the Warren County Habitat volunteer crew with … Read More.
- October 17 - - Beams and Dreams: An Annual Celebration of Warren County Habitat for HumanityOn October 7th, Hawk Pointe Golf Club saw a warm-hearted, generous group of people supporting Warren County Habitat for Humanity at their annual Beams and Dreams event. Around 150 members of the community gathered to share their love and support for the organization and its mission: building homes, communities, and hope in Warren County. The … Read More.
- September 3 - - A Summer to Remember for Two Hardworking FamiliesSummer is on its way out, and what a summer it was. The season saw not just one, but two homes dedicated for two of Warren County Habitat for Humanity (Warren County Habitat)’s partner families! The Pregenzer and the Riddick families grew close during their similarly timed homeownership processes. Last September, both families kicked off … Read More.
- August 7 - - WCHFH Opens Homeowner Flood Cleanup ServiceWarren County Habitat for Humanity Opens Program to Assist Warren County Homeowners with Flood Cleanup Service WASHINGTON, NJ – In response to the flooding that impacted many residents of Warren County in July, Warren County Habitat for Humanity (Warren County Habitat) will work to provide assistance to homeowners who have been affected. The first … Read More.
- June 21 - - State Farm Presents $5,000 Check to Habitat for HumanityWashington, NJ (June 2023)- Representatives from various State Farm offices joined together to volunteer at the Warren County Habitat for Humanity (WCHFH) ReStore on June 2, 2023 for a day of volunteerism. Many State Farm agents eagerly assisted ReStore employees and volunteers on their day of service by organizing and moving furniture, restocking hardware and … Read More.
- April 14 - - Warren County Habitat for Humanity Receives $36,000 Grant from Lowe’s for Critical Home RepairsWashington, NJ – Warren County Habitat for Humanity received a generous grant of $36,000 from Lowe’s, as a part of their ongoing partnership with Habitat for Humanity affiliates across the globe. The grant has funded six Critical Home Repair projects within the past calendar year in Warren County, NJ. The organization has repaired three roofs, … Read More.
- March 3 - - Warren County Habitat for Humanity Raises $30,000 During Valentine’s Day RadiothonHackettstown, NJ – Valentine’s Day is about showing love, and the Warren County Habitat for Humanity (Warren County Habitat) community certainly felt that love this year! The incredibly successful Have a Heart for Habitat Radiothon was held on Tuesday, February 14th and was hosted by WRNJ Radio in Hackettstown. The event focused on fundraising for … Read More.
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- December 16 - - Warren County Habitat for Humanity Celebrates Veterans, Raises over $7,000 for 3rd Veterans BuildOn Friday, November 11th, Warren County Habitat for Humanity (WC Habitat) hosted their 2nd Annual Veterans Day Celebration event at their Washington Community Center. The event began promptly at 11 AM, to honor the time and date when the Armistice was signed in 1918, symbolizing the end of World War I. The celebratory event saw … Read More.
- October 10 - - Warren County Habitat for Humanity’s Annual “Beams and Dreams” Fundraiser a Success!For the first time since 2019, Warren County Habitat for Humanity (Warren County Habitat) held their annual Beams and Dreams fundraiser in-person once again! On Saturday, October 8th, about 150 members of the Warren County Habitat community gathered at Hawk Pointe Golf Club to support building homes, communities and hope. This year, Warren County Habitat … Read More.
- September 16 - - More Homes and More Hope in Warren County!There’s no place like home, and this is certainly true for the Stefano family! Warren County Habitat for Humanity (Warren County Habitat) proudly dedicated their 21st home to Steve, Donna and daughter Amber Stefano in September. The family now officially owns their own home, one of six eventual Habitat for Humanity homes on Beidleman Road … Read More.
- August 30 - - Warren County Habitat for Humanity Raises $4,000 in Annual Golf TournamentOn August 22, 2022, Warren County Habitat for Humanity (Warren County Habitat) brought the community to Harkers Hollow Golf Club for their annual Golf Tournament. Fifty people attended the event to put their skills to the test and support building homes, communities and hope in Warren County. The golfers who attended were tenacious in that … Read More.
- June 24 - - Warren County Habitat for Humanity Dedicates 20th Home to Devoted Navy VeteranFrom the West Coast to the East, Navy Veteran Rick Houston has lived his life serving selflessly everywhere he can. On June 18th, he officially became a homeowner with Warren County Habitat for Humanity. About seventy people: neighbors, friends, family, and members of the Habitat community gathered that morning to celebrate the completion of … Read More.
- June 10 - - WCHFH Receives First of Three-Part Grant from the Investors Foundation to Build Homes and HopeWarren County Habitat for Humanity Receives First of Three-Part Grant from the Investors Foundation to Build Homes and Hope Since July of 2013, Warren County Habitat for Humanity (Warren Habitat) has been a grateful recipient of donated funds from the Investors Foundation. This month, they received another grant of $5,000 for their home building program … Read More.
- April 11 - - WCHFH Receives Grant from Investors FoundationWarren County Habitat for Humanity Receives Grant from the Investors Foundation to Support the Community Home Building Program Warren County Habitat for Humanity (Warren Habitat) recently received a $15,000 grant from the Investors Foundation to go towards their home-building program for Warren County Veterans and other deserving low-moderate income families. The grant will help … Read More.
- April 6 - - WCHFH Celebrates Community Center Grand OpeningOn April 6th, WCHFH’s Community Outreach Director, Jason Norment, welcomed a large, enthusiastic crowd gathered to celebrate the long-anticipated Grand Opening of the Community Center in downtown Washington. Speakers included WCHFH Board President, Donna Detrick, who gave us a history lesson of the building, including vintage maps and photos. Board Vice President, Kathy Halpin told … Read More.
- March 30 - - Long-Time ReStore Supporter Promoted to Store General ManagerWarren County Habitat for Humanity (Warren County Habitat) is proud to announce the promotion of Michael “Scrappy” Chobot to General Manager of the ReStore located in Washington NJ. Mr. Chobot is a long-time volunteer of Warren County Habitat, having been with the organization for ten years. He can be seen reorganizing the entire ReStore and … Read More.
- January 19 - - WCHFH Receives T-Mobile “Hometown Grant”In late December, WCHFH was one of the first national recipients of a T-Mobile “Hometown Grant.” The purpose of this grant was to help finish construction on the Warren County Community Center, which has been an ongoing project since 2017. The idea for the first ever Community Center constructed and operated by Habitat for Humanity … Read More.
- January 19 - - State Farm Gives Grant Toward Critical Home Repair ProgramRepresentatives from State Farm joined WCHFH at their ReStore on January 11th, 2022 for a day of volunteerism and presented a check for $5,000. Rod and Erin eagerly assisted ReStore employees and volunteers on their day of service by organizing and moving furniture, restocking hardware and organizing donated clothing items. State Farm’s day of service … Read More.
- January 19 - - WCHFH Receives “Big Give” Check from Visions Federal Credit UnionVisions Federal Credit Union announced in December that they would be donating a total of $100,000 to various Habitat for Humanity affiliates across New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania. This effort was a part of their inaugural “Big Give” campaign, where Visions donates a large amount to organizations that focus on community service. Warren County … Read More.
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- November 22 - - Veterans Day Recognition EventWarren County Habitat for Humanity hosted a Veterans Day luncheon in recognition of the veterans within our community. As part of the event, Rick Houston, a retired veteran of the U.S. Navy and our Habitat veteran partner for our Veteran Build in Pohatcong Township, spoke to the attendees about what it means to him to … Read More.
- October 12 - - Warren County Habitat for Humanity Completes Eighteenth and Nineteenth Home BuildsWarren County Habitat for Humanity Completes Eighteenth and Nineteenth Home Builds for the Irizarry and Chobot/Eckert Families Warren County Habitat for Humanity (WCHFH) is pleased to announce the completion of two brand new homes on Beidleman Road in Franklin Township, providing both the Irizarry and Chobot/Eckert families with safe, affordable housing for both them and … Read More.
- May 24 - - Hope in the Hills 2021May 15th & 16th 63 Hope in the Hills volunteers worked at 20 locations doing minor home repair and yard work. Read more about this wonderful program that serves our neighbors and how you can become a vital part – enriching your life and the lives of others. Hope in the Hills 2021 … Read More.
- March 26 - - Applications Now Being Accepted for Critical Home RepairWarren County Habitat for Humanity (WCHFH) is launching a new loan program (up to $10,000) for existing homeowners to complete critical home repairs to their primary residence.
- March 9 - - WFMZ Reports on WCHFH’s Participation in the International Women Build WeekView WFMZ Channel 69’s news story on how this year’s Women Build has gone virtual. WCHFH’s Resource Manager Kristen MacClean discusses how this year’s build is being accomplished given the restrictions of the COVID pandemic. Read the article and view the video.
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- May 19 - - Thanks for Helping!!We just wanted to give you an update on the WCHFH fundraiser. It exceeded our expectations thanks to your help and the generosity of our community. Here are the final numbers: $13,175 raised by 89 donors to support 34 local family owned businesses by buying gift cards and food to thank 1005 essential workers in our community. During this … Read More.
- April 15 - - updateMuch of the activity of the affiliate has been curtailed or delayed. As is appropriate, the health and safety of WCHFH employees, volunteers, customers, donors and supporters is the most important concern at this time. [expand title=”The ReStore is open!” tag=”h4″] ReStore has reopened! The ReStore has resumed regular hours for shopping. Donation hours have … Read More.
- March 31 - - ReStore on Sale!These are extraordinarily difficult times for all of us. We at Warren County Habitat for Humanity hope that you, your family and your friends are all safe and well. [expand title=”The ReStore is closed” tag=”h4″] Due to the coronavirus pandemic, all Habitat activity has been curtailed. Very difficult decisions have been made including furloughing of … Read More.
- March 23 - - Women Build WeekDownload PDF version PRESS RELEASE Warren County Habitat for Humanity and Lowe’s of Phillipsburg unite women to spotlight need for safe and affordable housing through home builds and repairs during International Women Build Week On Saturday March 7, 2020 Volunteers from Warren County Habitat for Humanity (WCHFH) joined with Lowe’s Heroes … Read More.
- March 19 - - Update On Habitat OperationsDear Warren County Habitat Family, In accordance with recommendations from Habitat International, our ReStore will be closed for all normal operations until further notice. This includes drop offs and pick ups. Our offices on Belvidere Avenue will be closed to outside visitors until further notice, as well. Thank you for your cooperation and patience as … Read More.
- February 11 - - WCHFH Receives $5,000 Grant From Valley National BankWCHFH RECEIVES GRANT FROM VALLEY NATIONAL BANK TO ASSIST WITH FUNDING THE UPCOMING BLITZ BUILD Warren County Habitat for Humanity recently received a $5,000 grant from Valley National Bank, a regional bank holding company headquartered in Wayne, New Jersey. The grant will be used toward the construction of the Blitz Build home to be built in … Read More.
- February 6 - - Community CenterAbout the Habitat for Humanity Community Center Warren County Habitat for Humanity has a new project underway! And it’s not a home for a Habitat partner family. Sometime in the spring of 2021, the HFH Community Center will be dedicated and open for use by a range of civic-minded community groups. [expand title=”Why a Community … Read More.
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- November 13 - - WCHFH Receives Three $10,000 GrantsAtlantic Health System & Hackettstown Medical Center Grants $10,000 Together We Will Tackle Community Health Needs Atlantic Health System (AHS) and Hackettstown Medical Center (HMC) are committed to building healthier communities, beyond simply the delivery of excellent health care. Understanding and supporting the needs of our local community in Morris and Warren counties is a … Read More.
- November 13 - - Fifth Annual Bowling Event Raises More Than $7,000In partnershipwith Oakwood Lanes and many local businesses, WCHFH hosted their fifth annual “Bowling for Homes” fundraiser on August 24th, at Oakwood Lanes in Washington. The event attracted businesses and bowlers throughout Warren County to “come out and bowl for a great cause,” stated Ben Eskow, Executive Director of WCHFH. “We are truly blessed to have … Read More.
- April 30 - - Beams & Dreams 2019 delivers!Dear Habitat Supporters: We are humbled, but not surprised by the generosity of our supporters at the Beams & Dreams event on April 27th. We are happy to announce that over $36,000 was raised to be used on our next Habitat home build! We’d like to thank the dozens of volunteers who made the night … Read More.
- January 21 - - NKBA Day in Harmony!NKBA supports Harmony build It may only have been twenty two degrees outside in Harmony, but a normal Habitat build day was filled with warmth and excitement. The day was made possible by our friends at the National Kitchen and Bath Association, headquartered in Hackettstown. The NKBA team, led by CEO Bill Darcy, sponsored a … Read More.
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- November 21 - - 2018 Annual AppealThe Dream … Living in Harmony (Township) “I always dreamed of owning my own home, but it seemed out of reach until becoming the 2018-19 WCHFH Partner Family. Now my heart’s filled with joy seeing my new house being built and my dream coming true.” As a single mother of two, Nicole Banfield dreamed … Read More.
- November 14 - - Giving Tuesday, 2018What is Giving Tuesday? Giving Tuesday, often stylized as #GivingTuesday for purposes of hashtag activism, refers to the Tuesday after U.S. Thanksgiving in the United States. It is a movement to create an international day of giving at the beginning of the Christmas and holiday season. Link here for the official Giving Tuesday site. … Read More.
- November 4 - - Veterans Day eventsATTENTION FRIENDS OF HABITAT! WCHFH participates in the Habitat for Humanity Veterans Build Initiative. The initiative was created by Habitat for Humanity International to honor veterans by offering housing and employment opportunities, volunteer engagement, and education. Throughout the year, Habitat for Humanity offers special events that pay tribute to veterans, raise awareness and mobilize volunteers. This … Read More.
- September 2 - - Thanks, team!Mars Wrigley Confectionery Employees Rolled up their Sleeves Warren County Habitat for Humanity was pleased to welcome Mars Wrigley Confectionery employees to the ReStore on two occasions. With Halloween around the corner, Mars Wrigley Confectionery employees gather on the East Coast to prepare for their biggest season. While here for meetings, over seventy workers from … Read More.
- September 2 - - Fourth Annual Bowling Event Raises over $6,800Oakwood Lanes hosted the 4th annual bowling fundraiser to benefit our newest build in Harmony, raising over $6,800. There were twenty-four lanes of bowlers including a few Habitat for Humanity Partner Families. Many individuals and businesses sponsored the event, making this the second largest amount of banners displayed at this yearly event. During the final … Read More.
- July 5 - - Oakwood Lanes supports HabitatJoin the fun at Oakwood Lanes! Once again, Rob Plenge and the folks at Oakwood Lanes have sponsored a day of bowling on behalf of a Warren County Habitat for Humanity Partner Family. For the fourth year in a row, Oakwood Lanes will set aside the bowling alley for a few hours on a summer evening … Read More.
- July 5 - - Design Competition ProgressDesign Winners Selected! For the current Habitat home construction, there is an interesting and exciting twist. The kitchen and bathroom designs for the home will be the concept of two student designers. The students were two of several hundred students who entered a competition, and will receive stipends for their winning designs. Nicole Banfield, current … Read More.
- July 5 - - AHMC. Absolutely the best!A boost for the Harmony Habitat Home project June 12th was a great day for golf, a great day for AHMC, and also a great day for a Habitat Partner Family. For the fifth year in a row, Manny Rizzuto and the team at Absolute Home Mortgage Corporation in Hackettstown have sponsored a day of golf … Read More.
- May 11 - - The ReStore turns six!ReStore Anniversary Sale Event On Saturday, June 2nd, the Warren County Habitat for Humanity ReStore will celebrate its six year anniversary with a bang! The ReStore, now located at 384 Route 57 West in Washington, will hold a 50% merchandise sale. This year the plan is to also have a blood drive, children’s ID cards, a fire … Read More.
- May 4 - - Women BuildWarren County Habitat for Humanity is excited to participate in the 2018 National Women Build Week on May 5th Habitat for Humanity, Lowe’s and more than 18,000 women build with families nationwide during National Women Build Week. The 11th annual National Women Build Week empowers women to build safe and decent homes in more than … Read More.
- May 1 - - NKBA PartnershipWCHFH has entered into a partnership with the National Kitchen and Bath Association. The NKBA is the world’s leading trade association for the kitchen and bath industry. It provides tools, research, certification, and events to thousands of professionals. The trade association is headquartered in Hackettstown. Partnership Announced at Groundbreaking At a ceremony on Sunday, April … Read More.
- April 23 - - Groundbreaking in HarmonyOn a bright Sunday afternoon, a groundbreaking ceremony was held in Harmony Township. The ceremony took place on the site of the next Habitat Home build project. Warren County resident Wanda and Dave Osmun, Sr. donated the parcel of land for the Habitat Home. Groundbreaking Well Attended Board President John Rolak welcomed the crowd. The partner … Read More.
- April 22 - - Beams & Dreams gives next build a great foundation!The third annual Beams and Dreams event was held on Saturday, April 21st. Beams & Dreams is the signature fundraising event for Warren County Habitat for Humanity (WCHFH). The dinner at the Hawk Pointe Country Club in Washington featured a live auction with unusual items, a silent auction, gift basket raffles, and a 50/50 drawing … Read More.
- February 11 - - Help celebrate our Re-opening!Ribbon-cutting: February 24 The ReStore formerly situated at 390 Route 57 West in Washington, NJ in the Tractor Supply plaza has been moved. It is re-opening in a new location is just a few feet away at the site of the old ShopRite store. The ReStore is the Habitat retail outlet that sells furniture, décor, … Read More.
- February 2 - - Annual Appeal raises over $18,000!A successful Appeal Once again, Warren County residents have stepped up! Friends of Habitat have responded to the WCHFH Annual Appeal in a major way. Over $18,000 has been donated to the group’s general construction fund! Thank You Donors! Individual donors have shown incredible generosity with their donations to WCHFH over the years. If you’ve donated … Read More.
- January 24 - - Beams & Dreams 2018April 21st Date Set! Save this date for the WCHFH signature fundraiser, Beams & Dreams! The event raises a significant portion of the funds needed to build a Habitat home. It is a fun night, offering dinner, a show, raffles, and silent and live auctions. Make your arrangements to attend early to ensure a seat … Read More.
- January 13 - - Search for Next Partner Family Begins!Applications Are Open The WCHFH Family Selection Committee has begun its search for the next Habitat Partner Family. The Application period is currently open until February 16, 2018. If you are interested in applying, see the information below for instructions. Information Available: General Qualifications Expectations of what it means to be a “Partner Family” and … Read More.
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- December 31 - - Moving the ReStoreOpen for Business: January 26 The ReStore formerly situated at 390 Route 57 West in Washington, NJ in the Tractor Supply plaza has been moved. The new location is just a few feet away at the site of the old ShopRite store. The ReStore is the Habitat retail outlet that sells furniture, décor, household goods, … Read More.
- December 28 - - Build Site UpdateWork continues on the Habitat Veterans Build. Siding is nearly completed. Septic is complete. Windows and exterior doors have been installed. The electrician has completed rough work and passed inspection. The plumber probably will not be there until January. The basement slab has also been completed. The stairs should be installed in two weeks. We … Read More.
- December 22 - - You can helpImagine Imagine that you are working two jobs and still can’t afford the rent for yourself and three children. Imagine that the medical bills caused by your son’s condition suddenly overwhelm the household budget. And that more bills are on the way. Imagine that your car breaks down and you don’t have the money … Read More.
- December 21 - - Merry Christmas!The Partner Families, staff, and volunteers at Warren County Habitat for Humanity extend our wishes for a joyous, safe, and peaceful holiday season, and a happy and fulfilling new year!
- November 25 - - Benefits of HomeownershipA Research Summary Homeownership is a crucial foundation for helping low-income families find a path out of poverty. When they move out of substandard housing and into simple, decent, affordable homes, homeowners and their families frequently improve their health, educational attainment, safety and personal wealth. “A quality home is more than just a roof and … Read More.
- November 21 - - Annual Appeal“I’m happy because I have all my kids under one roof somewhere safe and I am beginning to trust again.” Powerful words from Ann Bori, a Warren Habitat partner family mother from nine years ago. As Warren County Habitat moves forward, it is important to reflect on the past and share with you the … Read More.
- November 18 - - Thank you OK4WD!For the third year in a row, proceeds of the OK4WD annual OKtober Truckfest event have been donated to WCHFH. Owner Jim Oostdyk donated an amount exceeding $6,400. The funds will be applied to construction costs of the Habitat Veterans Build. The Truckfest has become a much anticipated community event. Hundreds of vendors and enthusiasts … Read More.
- November 12 - - Veterans HonoredCeremony at the job site On Saturday, November 11th, WCHFH honored all veterans with a ceremony at its build site in Washington, NJ. A home is being built there in partnership with a veteran family. Fifty people showed up on a chilly morning to pay tribute. Future homeowners Heather Freeman, Bob McManus, and their two small children attended … Read More.
- November 11 - - Construction UpdateConstruction Status Teams are working on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays at the Habitat Veterans Build site on Pleasant Valley Road in Washington, NJ. As of November 11, the construction is on schedule. The windows have been installed and work has begun on the septic system. Exterior doors will be installed by the end of the … Read More.
- November 9 - - Youth ContributionWashington Youth and Friends Donate $300 to WCHFH With the current Habitat home under construction in the background, a group of community-minded youth gathered to present a gift to the community. Ranging in age from nine to thirteen, they participated in a fundraising exercise inspired by one of the girls. As she turned twelve, Meghan Daniel thought it would be … Read More.
- October 22 - - A fun day!Thanks to everyone who attended the Braggin’ and Baggin’ Cornhole Tournament! The Champs!
- September 6 - - 3 Cousins Refreshments donates to WCHFHLocal Business Supports Habitat Veterans Build Ben Eskow, Executive Director of WCHFH, has accepted a donation from 3 Cousins Refreshments, a local Washington business. Sisters Ava, age 12, Rylee, age 10, and their cousin Emma, age 12, operate a roadside stand that provides lemonade, cotton candy and slushies in the Washington Township area. Ava and … Read More.
- September 5 - - Baggin’ and Braggin’October 27, 2018 12:00-5:00pm American Legion Field 450 Willow Grove St Hackettstown, NJ 07840 If you like to play cornhole, and you have a friend or partner that you can team with, and If you want to support the Habitat Veterans Build, (Habitat partners with a family to build a home, and the family has … Read More.
- August 31 - - OK4WD supports WCHFH!Join the fun at the 28th OK4WD Truckfest! OK4WD is once again hosting their annual Truckfest on October 15th from 9am – 4pm at their location, 2621 NJ-57, Stewartsville. This has been an awesome event in past years and we are looking forward to more of the same! Net proceeds from registrations, a 50/50 raffle, … Read More.
- August 24 - - Bowling for VeteransOakwood Lanes Supports Veteran Family Once again, Rob Plenge and the folks at Oakwood Lanes have sponsored a day of bowling on behalf of a Warren County Habitat for Humanity Partner Family. For the third year in a row, Oakwood Lanes was set aside for a few hours on a summer Saturday afternoon for use by Habitat … Read More.
- August 19 - - Corporate MatchingCorporate Matching gives your donation a boost Many employers will match tax-deductible charitable contributions made by their employees, retirees and employees’ spouses. If your employer has a program like that, you can DOUBLE the impact of your gift to WCHFH. See if it works for you Check out this link from Habitat for Humanity International … Read More.
- June 22 - - AHMC Golf EventThe Hackettstown office of Absolute Home Mortgage Corporation (AHMC) sponsored its fourth annual charity event on behalf of Warren County Habitat for Humanity (WCHFH) on June 6th. Community Minded Real Estate Professionals The golf outing was held at Panther Valley Golf Club in Allamuchy, NJ. For each year for the past four years, the AHMC team … Read More.
- June 21 - - Pleasant Valley GroundbreakingA groundbreaking ceremony was held on Saturday, June 3 to commemorate the start of the latest WCHFH construction project. On a parcel of land on Pleasant Valley Road in Washington, a group of more than thirty volunteers, supporters and well-wishers assembled at the future home of Bob McManus, Heather Freeman, and their two young children. … Read More.
- June 11 - - Bowling Day! August 19Oakwood Lanes Supports Veteran Partner Family! Once again, Rob Plenge and the folks at Oakwood Lanes have sponsored a day of bowling on behalf of a Warren County Habitat for Humanity Partner Family. For the third year in a row, Oakwood Lanes will be set aside for a few hours on a summer Saturday afternoon … Read More.
- May 24 - - Habitat Veterans BuildFamily Selected for Veterans Build Warren County Habitat for Humanity announces the Habitat Veterans Build project. This new build in Washington Township is in partnership with a local family. Bob McManus and Heather Freeman have been selected to be the latest WCHFH partners in home construction. Their roots in the community run deep. They are lifelong residents of the … Read More.
- April 25 - - An Awesome Beams & Dreams Evening!Continuing a tradition that goes back to the earliest days of WCHFH, the Beams and Dreams auction event was held on Saturday, April 22. This year’s version of the signature fundraising event raised the bar for fun and philanthropic support. Centered around dinner at the Hawk Pointe Country Club in Washington, the event featured a … Read More.
- April 25 - - HHW Volunteers NeededDay of Help Organizers are finalizing the schedule for the Hope in the Hills of Warren Day of Help program. Program description: Teams of teenagers and adults will help elderly (age 70+) and/or disabled residents (homeowners and renters) within the Warren Hills sending district with spring cleaning projects inside and/or outside the home. Possible projects could include: window … Read More.
- April 25 - - Dedication Day!Their day had finally come! They had waited over a year, and put in hundreds of hours of work, but on a Sunday in March, it all came to fruition. Two Habitat partner families and dozens of well-wishers attended the dedication ceremony for the Port Colden duplex that is now home for a family of … Read More.
- April 4 - - ReStore Builds HomesWarren County Habitat for Humanity Restore – We Build Homes There is more than one way to build a home. The act of constructing a home – laying the foundation or putting paint on the walls – is one way to build. But providing the things that make a home – the perfect table for … Read More.
- February 2 - - AUCTIONHABITAT FOR HUMANITY IS MAKING MAGIC Warren County Habitat for Humanity adds an air of magic to their annual auction fundraiser this year by headlining David Morey as their featured entertainment for the evening. The star of ‘Morey Magic Group’ ignites audiences’ imagination around the world. In 2009 and 2013 he performed at the Official … Read More.
- January 22 - - Applications Open!CLICK TO APPLY! Hope in the Hills of Warren Seeking to put God’s love into action, Hope in the Hills of Warren brings youth and adults together to restore homes, community, and hope. Hope in the Hills of Warren seeks to improve the living conditions of the elderly, low-income and disabled persons in our community. … Read More.
- January 8 - - Update: Annual AppealFriends! As I mentioned in the Annual Appeal letter, we have dedicated the funds collected during this year’s Annual Appeal to the building fund for the duplex. Specifically, we sought to raise enough to fund the flooring of both homes. We have raised our goal of $9,855, and contributions are still coming in! We are … Read More.
- January 3 - - 2016: Year in ReviewBuilding Homes, Communities and Hope Port Colden Duplex In April of 2014, the WCHFH Board of Directors made a commitment to the Warren County community, and to Habitat for Humanity International, to complete five Habitat homes in the ensuing three years. That pace represented a major increase in production since five Habitat homes were completed … Read More.
- January 1 - - Beams & DreamsHABITAT FOR HUMANITY IS MAKING MAGIC Warren County Habitat for Humanity adds an air of magic to their annual auction fundraiser this year by headlining David Morey as their featured entertainment for the evening. The star of ‘Morey Magic Group’ ignites audiences’ imagination around the world. In 2009 and 2013 he performed at the Official … Read More.
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- December 28 - - Partner Family SelectedIn April 2017, the Warren County Habitat for Humanity Board of Directors selected and approved the next Habitat partner family. Groundbreaking for the Habitat Veterans Build was held on June 3, 2017. The home will be completed in early 2018, and will be the Habitat affiliate’s fifteenth home built since its inception in 1999. Planning … Read More.
- October 29 - - Realtors Pitch InTwo families partnering with Warren County Habitat for Humanity to build their Habitat homes received a giant boost from the Warren County Board of Realtors this month. The Board, which supports real estate professionals in the county, organized a build site work session attended by Realtors from several real estate offices in the county. The … Read More.
- October 20 - - DeSales Students Step UpOn a brilliant late summer Saturday, the Warren County Habitat for Humanity construction team got help from a group of DeSales University volunteer students. The students, associated with the university’s Center for Service and Social Justice (CSSJ), joined the Habitat team building a duplex in Port Colden for two Habitat partner families. The five student … Read More.
- October 19 - - ReStore SaleGet those last minute gifts to fill your sleigh and help build homes for local families at our Christmas Grab & Go ReStore Sale. The Warren County Habitat for Humanity ReStore is a retail outlet whose profits are used to build Habitat homes. The ReStore uses merchandise donated by individuals or businesses and resells it to … Read More.
- October 13 - - The Beat Goes OnDonald and Lola Burd have volunteered at WCHFH build sites for over eight years. Donald retired last year. He was a union electrician for over thirty years. “I’ve always enjoyed working with the teams and the families, and it’s a great way to give something back to the community,” Donald noted. “I was asked to help … Read More.
- October 9 - - Annual AppealDear Friends of Warren County Habitat for Humanity (WCHFH), “I can’t wait to do laundry in my own home, and not to have to walk up flights of stairs, and have some storage space, and actually have a bathtub!”. These are the words of one of the mothers waiting to take occupancy this winter in … Read More.
- October 5 - - Double Your Pleasure!Handing the keys of a Habitat home to a partner family is a major hand up for the family and a joyous occasion for the team that helped build the home. This winter, those experiences will be doubled, as WCHFH works with not one, but two families who will move into the side-by-side homes of … Read More.
- September 10 - - The Habitat Thrift Store has RelocatedLooking for the Habitat Thrift Store? If you haven’t been to the Thrift Store recently, you may not know that it has moved. It was formerly located at the WCHFH Center at 31 Belvidere Avenue in Washington, NJ. Earlier this year, it was moved to the Warren County Habitat for Humanity ReStore at 390 Route … Read More.
- September 7 - - Bowling Event Raises $5,000On Saturday, August 27, Warren County Habitat for Humanity held its second Annual Bowling Event. Sponsored by Oakwood Lanes the event offered the opportunity to have a little fun while also raising construction funds. The event featured door prizes, raffles, 50/50, and “red-pin” bowling for free games.The money raised will be put to use as … Read More.
- September 7 - - Women BuildThe mission of Habitat for Humanity International’s Women Build program is to enable affiliates to recruit, educate and nurture women to build – and advocate for – simple, decent and affordable houses in their communities. Lowe’s is the underwriting partner of the Women Build program, providing volunteer labor, promotional items, marketing products, free in-store training … Read More.
- September 7 - - Beams and DreamsOn May 14, the Warren County community turned out in record numbers to attend “Beams and Dreams” the primary Habitat fundraising event of the year. This event traditionally provides a fifth or more of the funds needed to build a home in Warren County with volunteer labor and contributed materials. The event was held at … Read More.
