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BUILDER Spring 2019 Above: 500th Home Ribbon Cutting, December 20, 2018 Habitat Celebrations

On December 20, 2018, Habitat dedicated four new homes: #497 with Tiffany, #498 with MeShia, #499 with Leslie, and the monumental #500 with Tamaisha. 25 Out of the 1,200+ Habitat affiliates across the country, only 25 have reached the seasons milestone of 500 homes. Evansville is #26. This amazing accomplishment would not have been possible without our dedicated volunteers, our generous donors, 1995 2019 and our determined homeowners. Welcome home! The build-up to this celebration included the 500-voice choir that performed at the University of Pick up your tickets at any of Evansville versus Ball State men’s game on December 9, 2018, the successful Change these participating locations: for Change campaign that raised a whopping $4,122.13, and our fantastic 500@$100 team which raised over $37,000! In November, the and the University of Southern Habitat Office – 560 E. Diamond faced off for a “Battle of the Banks” competition and together raised more funds for Habitat ReStore – 1301 N. Royal Ave. Habitat in the spirit of playful competition. Many thanks to the Community Ambassadors, an Barb’s Boutique – 311 N. Main amazing team of volunteers who helped drive all aspects of the 500th Home Celebration! Ba’s Kitchen Konnection – 416 N. Main Bokeh Lounge – 1007 Parrett St. So, what’s next? Chamfit Studios – 110 N. Main Comair – 111 E. Columbia Evansville Habitat has another big celebration coming up, and we want you to be a part of it. th Dream Center – 16 W. Morgan Ave. Friday, July 12th will be Habitat’s Night to Celebrate the Otters’ 25 Anniversary! Join us at Bosse ECHO Housing – 414 Baker Field as we root for the Evansville Otters against the . We have tickets for you st Evansville Police Dept. – 401 E. Columbia and your whole family! Starting June 1 , pick up your tickets at the participating locations around Evansville Teachers FCU – All Locations Evansville. But it doesn’t stop there – this game will be a Ballpark Reunion for our 500-voice Gayla Cake – 320 N. Main choir that performed at the UE game in December! If you participated in our joyous choir in Nick Nackery – 201 E. Virginia December and want to again, or if you want to join in the fun this time around, please email – 100 N. Main [email protected] to get signed up. Paint & Carpet Depot – 520 N. Main This fun-filled evening will celebrate the Otters’ 25th anniversary and promote their half-home Parenting Time Center – 101 N.W. 10th sponsorship! That’s right – the Otters will be partnering with Eyewitness News to sponsor a new Tri-State Alliance – 501 John St. home in the Jacobsville Neighborhood for future homeowner Kimiko V. Join us July 12th if you Turoni’s – All Locations want to have a good time celebrating the Otters and their support of Habitat! Wayback Burgers – 624 E. Diamond Zesto – 102 W. Franklin For a full list of participating locations, visit the Evansville Habitat website.

500th Habitat Homeowner UE Student Volunteer, Tamaisha and her daughter cut Habitat intern, Haley Tepool, watches Vaishnavi Ravipati, helps build the ribbon on their new home. the UE game in her 500-voice choir wall components. Habitat homes on West Virginia Street show the t-shirt. revitalization of a neighborhood.

560 E Diamond Ave • Evansville IN 47711 • 812-423-5623 • www.evansvillehabitat.org Every hand makes a difference. This partnership between Habitat and Ivy Tech Community College offers free career counseling, Homeowner Opportunities resumé writing, improving interview skills, and scholarship funding to assist Habitat homeowners and Contact Habitat office for more information at their families attain a college degree or certificate. [email protected] or 812-423-5623 ext. 236. Pre-registration for the sessions is required: www.ivytech.edu/ivysucceed. UPCOMING CLASSES FOR CURRENT AND FUTURE HOMEOWNERS… Monday, June 17 | 5:30-7:00 PM Estate Planning – How and Why to Get a Will, Durable Power of Thursday, June 20 | 9:00-10:30 AM Tuesday, July 23 | 5:30-7:00 PM Attorney: Get an Estate Package valued at over $500 for only $25! Taught by Scott Wednesday, July 24 | 11:30 AM-1:00 PM Wylie of Volunteer Lawyer Program of Southwestern Indiana. Tuesday, August 6 | 9:00-10:30 AM June 1 or June 6 (choose one) | 9:00 – 10:00 AM

Visioning Your Future: This class will help you identify and focus on how to create the life you want. Taught by local Life Coach Susan Anslinger. June 18 | 5:30 – 7:30 PM

Garden to Table: This 4-class series builds on prior classes but can also be taken as a stand-alone class. Taught by Robin Mallery and Terry Mattingly. June 25 or July 23 (choose one) | 5:30 – 7:00 PM Volunteer Opportunities Please register to volunteer at evansvillehabitat.org/volunteer. For more information, contact [email protected] or 812-423-5623 ext. 233. Homeowner Advocate Training: This is an opportunity for individuals to learn about becoming an advocate for a Habitat future homeowner. For more information on homeowner advocates, please email Birdie Harrison at [email protected]. Construction Opportunities: Individuals and groups are welcome to volunteer on a Habitat build site! For more information or to sign up to volunteer, visit evansvillehabitat.org/volunteer.

“Thank you to all our volunteers! You helped us achieve our 500th home and more. We are looking for volunteers to come out this summer as we have many open dates for groups and single volunteers. If you are interested in gathering your team members at work or friends from an organization to come help build on a Tuesday, Wednesday or Saturday, let me know! No skills are needed, and all skills are welcome!” - Amy Plymire, Volunteer Workforce and Safety Manager ReStore Opportunities Because the Evansville Habitat ReStore has been incredibly successful in its first year of operation, it is on track to sponsor the first ReStore-funded Habitat home! Currently, we have reached an astounding 80% of our goal. You can help us achieve this goal by shopping, donating, or volunteering at the ReStore today! 80% 1301 N. Royal Avenue • Evansville, IN Hours: Monday – Friday 9-5 • Saturday 9-4 ReStore For updates on the first-ever Habitat home sponsored by the Funded ReStore, follow us on Facebook! Habitat @Evansville Habitat ReStore Home

For more information, call us at 812-602-3460 or visit our website www.EvansvilleReStore.org. Page 2 Every Habitat moment creates positive change.

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Hard Hats and High Heels took place on Faith in Action Breakfast Thursday, February 28, 2019, at Tropicana Thursday, June 20, 2019 • 7:30 a.m. Evansville. This masquerade gala featured Trinity United Methodist Church dinner, silent and live auctions, and magical entertainment. Over $38,500 was raised for the Millennial Build home. Thank you to our sponsors: Evansville Teachers Federal Credit Union; Midwest Contracting; Regency Properties; Donaldson Capital Management; Fine & Hatfield; Hafer; Jackson Kelly; ; Morley & Associates; Ashley Furniture; Stoll Keenan Ogden; Field & Main; BKD LLP; Ziemer, Stayman, Weitzel & Shoulders; Altstadt’s; VanBeck Services; Kight; ; Meijer, and Lea Matthews Furniture! The 16th annual Faith in Action Breakfast nd th 2 Annual UE Barn Blitz took place on Saturday, April 6 and University will celebrate Habitat for Humanity of of Evansville students, staff, alumni, and Habitat volunteers completed Evansville’s close relationships with area 25 barns in 2.5 hours! Thank you to everyone who came out to help build communities of faith and thank church yard barns for Habitat homeowners. You rock! leaders, members, and key outreach volunteers for their partnership and financial support. Keynote Speaker: Dr. Steven Becker, Director and Associate Dean of Indiana University School of Medicine – Evansville Please RSVP to Sr. Jane Michele by calling 812-423-5623 ext. 226 Welcome to the Habitat Team! or emailing [email protected]

Thursday, August 22, 2019 11:00 a.m. Evansville Country Club

Debbie Whitmore Patrick Landry Lisa Corcoran 2019 ReStore Manager Construction Director Data Systems Administrator HabiTea is the annual fundraiser for Habitat for Humanity of Evansville’s Are you interested in joining a Habitat committee? Women Build. Along with tea tastings, We need committee members for the following groups: Hard Hats and guests who attend will enjoy a delightful High Heels, HabiTea, Millennial Build, and Women Build. Please email lunch, a photo booth, a silent auction, [email protected] to learn more about getting involved! and vendors. Needed: gently used designer purses and accessories, gift cards, gift packages, and other items appropriate for a silent auction. For more information, to donate, or to buy tickets/table sponsorships call Gail at 812-423-5623 ext. 231.

Page 3 Every family deserves a decent, affordable home. Congratulations to these new Habitat homeowners!

Aletta and Darius T. Quiana M. September 12, 2018 LaToya M. September 4, 2018 1758 S. Morton Avenue September 26, 2018 rd rd 611 N. 3 Avenue House Sponsor: 500 N. 3 Avenue House Sponsor: Ron and Kathy House Sponsor: Koch Foundation Hollander Toyota/TMMI

Carol R. Aishia H. Leah J. October 14, 2018 October 29, 2018 November 8, 2018 1015 W. Virginia Street 1021 W. Virginia Street 1011 W. Virginia Street House Sponsor: House Sponsor: House Sponsor: Lutherans for Habitat Old National Bank Eyewitness News

Lisa B. Tamara E. October 29, 2018 Sandra B. December 6, 2018 1021 W. Virginia Street November 28, 2018 902 E. 2nd Street House Sponsor: 211 S. Bedford Avenue House Sponsor: Evansville Teachers House Sponsor: Mt. Vernon Ministerial Federal Credit Union Traylor Bros. Association

Ruth N. Donna F. Tiffany W. April 4, 2019 December 19, 2018 December 20, 2018 2101 Shadewood Avenue 221 S. Grand Avenue 313 S. Bedford Avenue House Sponsor: House Sponsor: House Sponsor: Fund for Humanity Catholics for Habitat Toyota/TMMI

Leslie B. December 20, 2018 Tamaisha D. MeShia K. 304 S. Bedford Avenue December 20, 2018 December 20, 2018 House Sponsor: 306 S. Bedford Avenue 305 S. Bedford Avenue Alan and Sharon Braun House Sponsor: House Sponsor: Foundation built by 500th ‘e’ Community Bob and Judy Griffin University of Evansville Build

Dominique S. March 9, 2019 Te’Asia P. Amanda P. 317 S. Bedford Avenue April 30, 2019 May 7, 2019 House Sponsor: 208 S. Bedford Avenue 309 S. Bedford Avenue UCC/DOC & In Memory House Sponsor: House Sponsor: of Randall Goins Build Women Build Methodist Build Home Maintenance Tip Shout-Out from Patrick Landry, Shout-Out to all the Habitat homeowners Habitat’s Construction Director … who have paid off their mortgages As the rainy season approaches, open crawl between January 1, 2018 and May 1, 2019: space vents (if you have them) and verify that Maria F., Wanda J., Denise M., Valarie P., your crawl space is dry and that your sump pump is operating and Mamie P. Congratulations! properly. Also, make sure all gutters and downspouts are free of debris. Clean out any leaves or debris that have collected in your plant beds or low places in your yard. All of this will allow for the rain to get to the places it should and out of the Page 4 places it shouldn’t. Everyone can help build homes, communities and hope.

Thank you to these volunteer groups: Thank you to these amazing volunteer groups who joined Habitat on the build site between November 2018 and May 2019: Edwards County High School, Evansville Teachers Federal Credit Union, Graybar Electric Supply, Habitat Board of Directors, Hacienda, Interfaith Build, Kenco Management Services Inc., Knights of Columbus, Lutherans for Habitat, Methodist Build, One Car Collaborative, Rural King, SABIC Co-ops, SS&C Technologies Inc., UCC/DOC Churches and Goins Family, USI Campus Chapter, USI Center for International Program, Women Build, Young Professionals SABIC Volunteer Network of Southwest Indiana Association of Realtors, and Youth Build.

Types of Volunteers Needed receptionists, mowing volunteers, Core Crew members, data entry volunteers, future homeowner advocates, and interns

Jennifer Burnette

Shout-Out to the Warehouse/Mowing Crew: Larry Vadbunker, Lee Obenchain, Rex Smith, Doc Michel, David Isley, and Tom Stein!

Vectren kicks off partnership with Evansville housing organizations for community revitalization On May 14, 2019, kicked off their $5.5 million workforce housing investment in Evansville. Key partners in this initiative include Habitat for Humanity of Evansville, HOPE of Evansville, and Catholic Charities. Vectren is investing $1 million to support housing and community development initiatives in the Jacobsville neighborhood. Habitat will receive $500,000 Tiffany Sherman, Dr. Sharon Burns, Josh Case, Mayor Lloyd Winnecke, Beth Folz, Tom Moore, and Brad Ellsworth to provide gap funding for 20 homes in the Jacobsville neighborhood over the next four years. The remaining $4.5 million will support multi-family workforce housing throughout the city. During this kickoff, the mayor joined with other volunteers to raise a wall on Tiffany’s home – the first home built as a part of this collaborative partnership.

Thank you to Vectren for partnering with Habitat and other housing partners to help provide workforce housing and improve quality of life right here in Evansville!

Page 5 Building a Legacy with the Perigo-Prickett Society

Lilly Endowment Match Available to Habitat Good news for Habitat supporters! According to officials with the Community Foundation Alliance, the Lilly Endowment is Doing Your Will? currently matching 50 cents on the dollar for every contribution made to the Habitat for Here’s what to say to give a specific Humanity of Evansville Endowment with the Vanderburgh Community Foundation. This amount to Habitat for Humanity means a contribution of $5,000 to Habitat’s endowment is actually worth $7,500 to our of Evansville. ministry. Habitat’s endowment is currently valued at slightly over $37,000. A contribution I give and devise to Habitat for Humanity of Evansville, located of any amount to the Habitat endowment will qualify you for membership in the Perigo- in Evansville, IN, EIN: 35-1602775, Prickett Society. the sum of $______for If you are considering a gift to Habitat’s endowment, please take action now. Contact Sr. its unrestricted charitable use and purpose. Jane Michele McClure at [email protected] or 812-423-5623 ext. 226.

Rest in Peace, Dan The Habitat family mourns the passing of Dan Green, a loyal office volunteer. Dan died after a long illness on December 30, 2018. A Habitat homeowner and resident of New Haven following the destruction of his family’s mobile home in the deadly tornado of 2005, Dan was also a member of the Perigo-Prickett Society. Sympathy and a promise of prayer go out to Dan’s wife, Lou Ann, their daughter, Jennifer, and granddaughters, Sasha and Kilei.

The Society is pleased to welcome new members: David and Teri Hollander Albin, Ed and Martha† Diamond, Elizabeth Fox, Jingle Igleheart Hagey, Rev. Steve Lintzenich, Jim and Mary Stumpf McCarthy, and Diane Weiss-Altstadt Habitat for Humanity of Evansville recognizes all individuals and couples who have become members of the Perigo-Prickett Society as of May 1, 2019. Through their legacy giving Habitat’s ability to continue to help families become strong, stable and self-reliant through shelter is ensured. Deceased members of the Society are indicated by a . Perigo-Prickett Society Members David and Teri Hollander Albin Gilbert and Alberta Fehrenbacher† Eugene and Barbara Hamlow David† and Colleen McLaughlin Jim† and Joann Schwentker Tom and Marcia Ballard Chuck and Linda Fellwock Jim and Carol Havens Anne and Bill† Nicholson Roger and Elizabeth Shinnerl Lois M. Bennett† Scott and Jacqueline Fenneman Brian and Trisha Hawkes Bob and Shirley† Nicholson Kenneth Silverman† Lola J. Bromm† Butch and Linda Feulner Joyce Hendrix Dan and Laura Niemeier Jim† and Pam Stevens Bill and Phyllis Bussing Diane and Mark Floyd John and Kelly Hevron Jim† and Pat Perigo Steve and Wendy Thomas Jeff and Margaret Ann Byrne Beth Ann and Ron Folz Jim Hineborg Jim and Janette Prickett Steve and Sandy Titzer David and Ginny Cook Jim and Emily Fowler† Nancy Hitch Charlotte Richardt† Fran and Vernon Vix Charles F. and Frances Crawford† Elizabeth Fox Mike and Carol Hull Aileen Roberts Diane Weiss-Altstadt Ed and Martha† Diamond Theresa Frielinghausen Elizabeth Kalb Irene Ruston† Maryedna Wilkie† Melvin L. Dickhaut† Danny and Theresa Garness Kris Kinsey Yvette Sapp Jim and Laura Wittman LeRoy and Pat Dilger John and Lucille Gooch† Dr. Llewellyn Lieber† Oscar† and Dottie Schauss Scott and Holly Wittman Greg and Joyce Donaldson Dan and Lou Ann Green Rev. Steve Lintzenich Richard and Joann Schechter Dick and Paula† Yeager Jim and Cathy Edrington Ben Greiner† Jack and Bonnie Main† Carl and Beverly† Schofield Marjorie E. Ewing† Jingle Igleheart Hagey Jim and Mary Stumpf McCarthy Frank and Judy Schultheis Want to join the Perigo-Prickett Society? Membership in the Perigo-Prickett Society is open to all. Just name Habitat for Humanity of Evansville as a beneficiary in your estate plans (our legal name is Habitat for Humanity of Evansville, Inc.) and let us know or make a contribution to the Habitat for Humanity Endowment with the Vanderburgh Community Foundation. For more information and to learn about how your membership in the Perigo-Prickett Society can help families become strong, stable, and self-reliant through shelter, contact Sr. Jane Michele McClure at 812-423-5623 ext. 226.

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Honor | Memorial | In-Kind Gifts | Cars for Homes | October 1, 2018 – May 1, 2019

In Honor Of: Daniel Green Lawrence and Ruth Stahl Delbert Welte Elmer Berberich Diane Bahner Quentin and Ann Stahl Donald and Brenda Buescher Barry Drennan and Rebecca York Helen Brahm Jim Stevens Steve Wheat Carol and Larry Peckenpaugh Jim Brahm and Kristine Powers Pamela Hinkebein Richard Yeager Thomas Michael Bredhold Darrell and Sandie Braunsdorf Ronald and Judith Irvin Virginia Woehler Thomas Michael Bredhold Lisa Duffey Margaret K. Vogel Amy Baker Joyce Donaldson Ron and Beth Folz Phyllis Alspaugh Mary Susan Fishman Justin Donaldson Greg and Sue Franzke Helen Ancona Michael Kolesar Harold Godeke Rick and Pam Franzke Donald and Elizabeth Baier Charles and Deborah Koressel Matthew and Susan Melfi Karen Gardner James and Patricia Bartlett Robert McCracken Bill and Gayle Henderson Gaylen and Vicki Greve Dr. Jerry and Mrs. Shirley Becker Madisonville Hopkins County Caroline Henderson Diane Jonen Maggie Bobbitt Economic Development Mike Hull Linda Keller Marguerite Bostick Corporation Judy Streetman Doris Krause Steve and Mary Ann Burris Steve and Jackie Parker Dr. Chris and Mrs. Alice Huus Terry Krause Roy and Janice Cox Stephen and Janet Reidford E. Ann Myers Terry and Mary McKee Wayne and Pat Culley Brian and Karen Schenk Knights of Columbus #7544 Steve and Donna Meitner Gerald and Sarah Dunigan Catherine Siemers Mark and Jane Hackert Dan and Laurie Overesch Mary and Steve Fuelling Jennifer Slade Sr. Jane Michele McClure David and Kim Rabideau Mary Gibson Greg and Julie Weinzapfel Karen Katafiasz Mike and Julie Rabideau Dick and Jackie Green Mark and Jane Weinzapfel Larry and Karen Kulenkamp Tom and Sue Renier John and Elizabeth Hall Janet Wilson Ramona McClure Dick and Connie Rosin Pamela Hartman Sam and Connie Woehler Jim and Janette Prickett Bob and Wanda Schabow Dennis and Linda Hellenberg Sue Woehler Alfred Buck Brian and Kristine Schabow Carolyn Hileman Anonymous (1) Carl Schofield Glen and Mary Schabow Mary Jane Hirsch Bethlehem United Church of Christ Jean Schabow-Karwieck Patricia Johnson In Kind: from the Eosin Sunday School Class Leon and Chris Schabow Kenneth Juncker American Eagle Tree Service Lino and Pam Wiseman Mark and Lori Schabow John Keane Ashley Furniture Homestore Betty Worthington John and Cynthia Sieracki Kevin Kennedy Bob Barber Skip Seaman Irene Sorenson Susan Kennedy Elmer and Ellen Berberich Timothy Arnold Jeffery and Connie Thomas Cheryl Kerzan Bryant Heating and Cooling Amique L. Thomas Natalie Unmuth-Heiman Julie Kissinger Catholics for Habitat Shawnta Boles Glenn and Jennifer Wuchner Donald Kleinschmidt Head’s Construction Amie Thomas Mike and Julie Zimmer Karen Moll Killebrew Brick Anonymous (1) Jack Main Dwight and Homer Nestrick Lea Matthews Furniture and Interiors Steve Thomas Cary and Vicki Hanni Russell and Jane Norris Lensing Building Specialties Oliver Thomas Darrell and Vickie Harris William and Sandra Osborn Liquor Locker Laurel Vaughn Louis and Laura Lehmann Clifford and Karen Renschler Bruce Long Brian and Ann Schuessler Dave and Margaret McLaughlin Nancy Renschler Mulzer Crushed Stone Melvin and Jacki Wildeman John McLaughlin David and Ruth Ritter OneMain Financial Skylar and Sondra Floyd Tom Mauer Gail Robb Robert and Cindy Stallman Richard Yeager Marcia Mauer Aileen Roberts Terry and Colleen Taylor Blair and Sarah McKee Dave McLaughlin Jerry and Susan Rutledge Viable Home Energy Mallory Mullikin Tadashi Sawamura In Memory Of: Jerry Melchiors Betty Schuessler Jacob Ball Tony and Gretchen Melchiors Manfred and Carol Seeman Jack and Sue Schriber Joan Monroe Catherine Sullivan John and Patricia Butkus Dennis and Angelika Clark Barry and Kim Tanner James and Sheri Butkus Norma Nichols Jerry and Charlotte Thomas William “Bill” Duncan Bobby Nicholson Joyce Thomas Wayne and Pat Culley Joseph L. O’Daniel Francis and Mary Tomlinson Rosie Folz Edna O’Daniel Julie Turner Debbie Wells Alton Reininga Roger and Joan Underwood Anonymous (1) Bobby Nicholson Sue and Bob Webster Cars for Homes: Jim and Emily Fowler Bess Mae Rueger Diane Worthington Danny A. Duke Douglas and Mary Thompson T.J. and Gail Williams Robert and Linda Wylie Deborah Greenham Robert Goulet Anonymous (1) Elizabeth Ward Lorraine Goulet Scott Ward

Support Habitat for Humanity of Evansville to help local families build a better future by donating at evansvillehabitat.org/donate. Your gift can be one-time or recurring.

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Habitat Fast Facts… Every Habitat home is a solid foundation for a family to build strength, stability and self-reliance. • There are 22 future Habitat homeowners in our program working on sweat equity. • Habitat for Humanity of Evansville has dedicated 503 homes in Vanderburgh and Posey Counties. • It takes approximately 75 volunteers giving a total of about 1,130 hours to build a Habitat home. • Currently building in the Ballard and Jacobsville neighborhoods.

Homeowner Spotlight

“Since my son was born, my main goal has been to provide a home for him, one we can call our own. I really don’t think I would be able to provide that without Habitat for Humanity. Our future will include a safe and happy home, one where my son can grow and thrive.” – Habitat Future Homeowner E’Lexis L.

To read E’Lexis’ full Habitat story and the stories of others, go to www.evansvillehabitat.org/future-homeowners.

E’Lexis L. with her son, Jalye (3)

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