Yearbook: 2008
Homes Dedicated in 2008
- Y'Rit & Pun's house (Lot 1 in Idlewood), sponsored by: GAP
- Djatougbe's house (Lot 65 in Dowling Ridge), sponsored by: Apostles Build 2007
- Mintalee's house (Lot 64 in Dowling Ridge), sponsored by:Schneider Electric/Square D & Centex Homes
Collegiate Challenge 2008
More than 100 student volunteers came from seven universities as part of Collegiate Challenge 2008.
The collegians nailed shingles, put on siding and built decks.
Two groups helped salvage materials on DeCon sites.
Community volunteers prepared lunches and six local churches hosted the collegiate groups overnight.
Recycle at the ReStore
In April 2008, the Habitat Wake ReStore became a City of Raleigh Recycling Drop-Off Center where you can recycle your cans, glass, plastic containers, newspaper, mixed paper and cardboard during store hours Tuesday - Saturday. The bins are behind the building across from the donation docks.
One bin is dedicated to Cans for Habitat, a recycling partnership between Humanity of Wake County, you and Wise Recycling. When you set up a Cans for Habitat program, you do two good things:
(1) protect the environment and
(2) help Habitat for Humanity build homes.
Blueprint Breakfast 2008
In one hour, nearly 500 business leaders donated more than $170,000 at the 2008 Habitat Wake Blueprint Breakfast in April. We shared how Habitat Wake creates homeownership opportunities in Wake County and provided information how the community at large can be involved in our housing mission. Homeowners described the security and success they experienced as a result of their partnership with Habitat for Humanity of Wake County. As guests left, they signed well wishes on a framed wall that will be used to build a child's bedroom.
The event, held Tuesday, April 29 at the North Ridge Country Club, was underwritten by title sponsors CAI Communication and TriSure and event partners: BB&T, Fox50, Grant Thornton, Bubba and Barbara Rawl, Smith Anderson and Williams Mullen.
The Stewards Fund Challenge Met
The Stewards Fund Increases Your Gifts Once again, The Stewards Fund offered a matching grant challenge to donors supporting Habitat Wake’s mission…and you rose to the challenge! In the six months beginning November 1, 2007, donors gave $400,000 in new or increased gifts. The Stewards Fund will match with a gift of $200,000. Special thanks to The Stewards Fund and to everyone -- including guests at the 2008 Blueprint Breakfast -- who helped meet this ambitious goal. Your gifts will build homes and hope in Wake County.
Community Carnival: Connecting People with Resources
Habitat Wake hosted our first Community Carnival: Connecting People with Resources event on May 4. 
We thank the more than 50 local organizations who provided information and tips to help people make everyday decisions to improve their lives and support their families.
Bagels Raise a Little Dough
On Thursday May 15, Bruegger’s celebrated the grand re-opening of all 17 of their bakeries here in the Raleigh-Durham area. During this celebration, Bruegger’s helped “raise a little dough” by generously donating a portion of their sales to Habitat Wake. Executive Director/CEO Woody Yates helpd cut the official ribbon cutting at a ceremony at the Pleasant Valley Shopping Center bakery.
Power of 7 Missions Fundraiser
On May 17, after months of planning, members of Circle of Christ United Methodist Church, Garner United Methodist Church, Holland United Methodist Church, Holly Springs United Methodist Church, Layden Memorial United Methodist Church, St. Andrews United Methodist Church & Mt. Zion United Methodist Church organized a mega yard sale. Proceeds will sponsor a home. From food, fellowship, fun and shopping, this Power of 7 Missions fundraiser had it all – yard sale, live auction, entertainment, bake sale, craft sale, plant sale and rain barrel sale.
A few years ago members of St. Andrews United Methodist Church (one of the seven local United Methodist Churches hosting this May fundraiser) held a similar event. Read their tale of teamwork that brought the congregation together to help a family in need in Garner.
Home Builders Blitz 2008
One week, 29 builders, five homes
During the first week of June, a transformation occured right here in Wake County that will make a difference in the lives of five families. The 29 local builders who make up the Triangle Builders Guild built five homes – from start to finish for (click here for photos) for Home Builders Blitz 2008.
The builders donated their expertise and gathered contributions of materials and labor from vendors and subcontractors. The schedule wente like this:
- Day One - Build subflooring, frame the walls & install roof trusses.
- Day Two - Install windows and tubs, install siding & begin roofing.
- Day Three - Finish papering and shingling the roof, install plumbing and electrical wiring, install heating and air conditioning systems & install dry wall.
- Day Four - Install wood trim, cabinets, countertops and doors; build the deck and porch & prime the walls.
- Day Five - Finish the painting; begin landscaping; install carpet and appliances & do final touch-ups.
Read About Home Builders Blitz in the News & Observer
Workers build homes in a hurry: This News & Observer story (permission requested for link) shares the story of custom homes builders from Triangle Builders Guild building a home for a local teacher's assistant.
