Habitat Roanoke Annual Report

ANNUAL REPORT Fiscal Year 2017-2018

Stable families building strong communities and stimulating a thriving economy.

H abitat for Humanity was founded on the conviction that every man, woman and child deserves a safe place to live in dignity, and have sturdy shelter in decent communities.

Habitat for Humanity has successfully removed the stigma of by substituting it with a sense of charity partnership.

“ —Jimmy Carter

Habitat for Humanity in the Roanoke Valley homeowners have said...

“My kids have a place to do their homework, and they bring their friends home after school. When we lived in the apartment, they never did that!”

“If I didn’t have my house, I wouldn’t be able to keep my family together.”

“Now I can pay for something that will be for my kids to have and they can say, ‘Look what Mom did for us.’ My kids are so excited and they are looking forward to making a garden and planting flowers and to having enough space to run and play and enjoy life. I am very thankful.”

“One of our dreams was to become homeowners, and have a place we can call home where our son could grow and have a yard to play in. Right now we live in a one bedroom apartment that is run down and is not safe for children. Luckily we had the amazing news from Habitat that we were approved for a home, so from the bottom of our hearts, we want to thank everybody at Habitat for Humanity for their hard work and dedication.”

In 2017-2018...

10 Families SERVED

5 Rehabs

3 New Builds 2 Repairs

47,850 HOURS Volunteered

$156,000 in taxes paid

767 People SERVED

92.5% of your donation ALLOCATED TO PROGRAM

$478,500 SAVED using volunteer labor

4,521 ReStore DONATIONSMADE

uilding SUCCESS

Habitat for Humanity in the Roanoke Valley...

• Earned the 2018 Silver Seal of Transparency on GuideStar ! • Maintains a 4-star rating with Charity Navigator — the highest available rating of charities’ performance and fiscal responsibility. • Has received awards of excellence from EarthCraft VA, Habitat for Humanity VA, Excellence Award from Roanoke City, and the Habitat for Humanity National Affiliate of the Year Award. • Has been twice recognized by Viridiant as the Habitat for Humanity Affiliate of the Year for Virginia in 2010 and 2014. • Received Viridiant’s Earth Craft Single Family Renovation Project of the Year in 2017 among both non-profit and private sector projects.

uilding CONNECTIONS

Subcontractor Hours: 4,504 7%

Staff Hours: 4,504 9%

ReStore & Admin Volunteer Hours: 20,600 31%

Volunteers are the backbone of Habitat for Humanity in the Roanoke Valley. Habitat homes are constructed almost entirely by dedicated voluteers with the help of determined partner families and the guidance of skilled staff. Utilizing volunteer labor on construction sites and in the ReStore allows us to pass the savings on to the homeowner. We are exceedingly grateful for the connections that are built with our volunteers who make dreams a reality for the families we serve.

Homeowner Sweat Equity Hours: 5,107 8%

Construction Volunteer Hours: 30,320 45%

TOTAL ANNUAL VOLUNTEER HOURS: 66,531

uilding SUSTAINABILITY

The ReStore is a nonprofit home improvement store and donation center that sells new and gently used appliances, furniture, home accessories and building materials to the public at a fraction of the retail price. The ReStore allows homeowners the ability to complete projects at a reduced cost. In addition, the ReStore provides a consistent income stream that helps diversify and sustain our funding base, which is used to help build more houses, resulting in improved shelter for the families we serve. The ReStore does its part to help reduce the negative environmental footprint by diverting approximately 884 tons of trash (98 average size trash trucks) from local landfills. In addition, last year the ReStore sold 5,622 gallons of premium, high-performing used and recycled paint that would otherwise have been incinerated and dumped in a landfill. The recycled paint generated $38,458 in sales . ENVIRONMENTAL VIABILITY

abitat Roanoke operates with sound principles and fiduciary

integrity. One way in which we keep overhead low is by managing a large volunteer base on construction sites and in the Habitat ReStore.

Offering on-the-job training, rewarding work experiences and opportunities to foster community relationships not only helps volunteer

ReStore Volunteer Hours: 17,132 53%

retention, but also allows us to apply a robust percentage of ReStore revenue to construction and program cost.

ReStore Paid Staff Hours: 15,336 47%

2017–2018 RESTORE TOTAL WORK HOURS: 32,468

“Quality construction is paramount because it keeps the rising costs of operating a house down for the families we serve, increases home values, and improves the communities in which we build.” said Brian Clark, Director of Construction, Habitat Roanoke. “All families deserve efficient, quality housing—Habitat families included. The homes we build are constructed by our dedicated volunteers with exceptional skill, deep affection, and an understanding of how important it is to support vibrant, sustainable neighborhoods. Each home reflects a unique partnership between families, neighbors, volunteers, and donors all joining together to support Habitat’s goal of building strong families and healthy communities.”

uilding ECO-FRIENDLY HOUSES

Habitat for Humanity in the Roanoke Valley (HFHRV) has built or renovated 81 Earth Craft certified homes since 2009. Each HFHRV home also meets Energy-Star energy efficiency standards, demonstrating a long-term commitment to exceed the average Building Code requirements. As a result of our dedication to a sustainable construction practice, HFHRV homes are durable, well-constructed homes that reduce utility costs for families and encourage positive, block-by-block progress from neighbors in the communities in which they are built.

uilding FINANCIAL STABILITY

Breaking the cycle of poverty, Habitat for Humanity prepares families for homeownership by providing required classes that cover homeownership; personal finance and savings; predatory lending and banking;

budgeting and investing; debt and loans; insurance, warranty and construction maintenance; writing a will; and the entire mortgage process. Acquiring an in-depth understanding of these concepts helps partnering families develop the skills and tools they need to build and maintain a solid future.

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INDEPENDENCE THROUGH ACCESSIBILITY

Habitat for Humanity strives to provide homes that will meet each family’s individual needs by building and renovating functional homes to accommodate the needs of children and adults living with special needs, making independent living a reality.

uilding STRONG, VIBRANT COMMUNITIES

In 2017–2018, we organized 5 Block-by-Block groups, involving 43 volunteers who worked 258 hours cleaning alleyways and sidewalks around Habitat build sites.

Habitat for Humanity’s neighborhood revitalization work embraces an integrated, collaborative approach to community development, and transforms communities into vibrant, safe places to live. B uilding FAITH AND BREAKING BARRIERS Habitat for Humanity operates on Christian principles and puts faith into action by building homes, communities and hope. We do not proselytize. All are welcome regardless of race, religion, age, gender, political views or any of the other distinctions that can divide people.

In 2017–2018, 21 faith-based organizations sent 37 volunteer groups to work either on a build site or in the ReStore.

uilding EMPOWERMENT

“We are so happy to be in America. Life in Africa is hard because of lack of food, housing and freedom. Three years ago I became an American Citizen, and my wife is preparing to become a citizen. I attended VWCC and earned an Auto Repair Analysis License and a Maintenance Technology Certification. We are lucky to live in this country where we have so many opportunities. We are grateful for the chance to own a home through Habitat and raise our children in a safe place. We will work very hard to deserve this privilege.” —Habitat homeowner

A hand up, not a handout. Habitat for Humanity homeowners are empowered to overcome obstacles that might otherwise prevent their families from enjoying more fulfilling, healthier and more financially stable lives. I will own something, and that is pride, strength and independence. “

“ —Habitat homeowner

(Contributions of land, buildings, materials, and services)

In-Kind: 8%

Volunteer Hours: 11%

ReStore Sales: 35%

Donations and Private Grants: 12%

House Sales (Cycled back into construction cost): 13%

Government Grants: 21%

2017–2018 REVENUE, IN-KIND SUPPORT & HOME SALES

D iverse sources of income fortifies funding and helps sustain the programs.

ReStore Sales: 37%

Government Grants: 22%

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Donations & Private Grants: 21%

GROSS REVENUE: $3,409,670

cents of every dollar donated to Habitat for Humanity in the Roanoke Valley is allocated to building homes while educating and supporting homeowners. Management & General: $164,446 4.5% Fundraising: $104,657 2.8% Global Support: $10,500 0.3%

The Better Business Bureau’s financial standards for non- profits were established to ensure that charities spend funds honestly and prudently. To meet these standards, the charitable organization shall:  Spend at least 65% of its total revenue on program activities  Spend no more than 35% of revenue on fundraising and management expenses

ReStore: $975,261 26.4%

Housing Program Expense: $2,435,168 66%

GROSS EXPENSES: $3,690,032

uilding A L EGACY

Make a on the world that cannot be mark erased.

How would you like to be remembered? Those who leave a legacy of goodwill and generosity live on in the hearts of the people they touch, making their principles, philosophies and achievements immortal. You can make a profound impact by naming Habitat for Humanity in the Roanoke Valley in your planned giving portfolio. Your support can convert negative social cycles to positive ones in this community by providing affordable housing for hardworking families in need of a hand up, not a handout. “ —Maya Angelou

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A nation of homeowners is

“ —Franklin D. Roosevelt

uilding I M P A C T

While Habitat for Humanity in the Roanoke Valley successfully builds and renovates 8–10 houses a year, there is still tremendous demand for affordable housing in Roanoke. Currently, there are 13 approved families working toward their dream of owning their own Habitat home. It takes approximately $140,000 to construct each energy-efficient house; however, the impact on the family and the community is incalculable. Please join us in liberating families from the obstacles of social, cultural and geographical constraints. Your support will help to change the trajectory of adverse cycles, improve the landscape of the community, and stimulate the economy. You can create tangible change.

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A safe, decent, affordable home is like a vaccine.

“ —Dr. Megan Sandel, Boston University School of Medicine

Your donation never dies!

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS Rev. Paul Henrickson, President & Affiliate Chaplain

STAFF Karen L. Mason, Executive Director Jenny Lee, Development Director Jean A. Darby, Family Services Director Janice Fridley, Executive Assistant Brian Clark, Construction Director Gina Dunnavant, Volunteer Coordinator Jeff Slinger, Project Manager Joey Snead, Construction Manager

Dave Prosser, Vice President Dinah Ferrance, Secretary Randy Gatzke, Treasurer

John Blanton Jeremy Carroll Jeff Parkhill Stephanie Leiser Dr. Bertram Spetzler Jack White Stephen Niamke Hunter Merrill Christine Williams Rev. Dr. Alonzo Smith

Joe Tucciarone, ReStore Director Brent Talmadge, ReStore Manager

Neighborhood Revitalization

3435 Melrose Avenue NW | PO Box 6627 Roanoke, VA 24107 www.habitat-roanoke.org