2013 Annual Report

1 LETTER TO THE COMMUNITYLORAIN COUNTY HABITAT FOR HUMANITY FY 2013 ANNUAL REPORT Dear Friends, As another year has drawn to a close we look back at our efforts during our 25th year. For us, even small successes are reason for celebration. In fact, it’s more about being faithful to our mission than looking at big successes. In Fiscal Year 2013, we placed two families in housing; one family in Vermilion and one family in Lorain. Then we completed the rehabbing of two homes, a two bedroom home in Lorain and a four bedroom home in Elyria. Additionally, we deconstructed five houses in Wellington and Oberlin that were planned for demolition. The recovered materials were then repurposed or sold at our Habitat ReStore. Funds raised from our ReStore enable us to provide additional services. One project funded by our ReStore was the demolition of a dilapidated garage for a disabled homeowner in the city of Lorain. The garage was cited as a nuisance and the gentleman faced incarceration if the problem went unresolved. Though the world is in turbulent times politically, socially, and economically, we keep moving forward with our mission of decent, affordable housing for all people. In the coming year, we hope to raise enough money to serve two more families with two new homes. Truly, without the cooperation and financial support of our faithful donors, volunteers, and sponsors we cease to exist. Habitat everywhere is a family of cooperation. It is through this cooperation that we continue, once again, to be the builders of not just houses, but to someone’s dream. May God bless you and yours abundantly with all things good! Kelly La Rosa Kelly La Rosa Executive Director LORAINCOUNTYHABITAT.ORG

2 OUR MISSION AND VISIONMISSION STATEMENT AND VISIONLorain County Habitat for Humanity’s mission is seeking toput God’s love into action by bringing people together tobuild homes, communities and hope. Our vision is a worldwhere everyone has a decent place to live.HISTORYLorain County Habitat for Humanity, a 501 (c) 3 corporation,is an independent affiliate of Habitat for HumanityInternational, a faith-based, global affordable housingdeveloper which was founded in 1976. Staffed and managedlocally since 1988, Lorain County Habitat for Humanityserves individuals and families throughout Lorain County. PROGRAM SERVICESIn keeping with our mission, Lorain County Habitat forHumanity is aimed at addressing the needs of LorainCounty’s community by offering several programs inpartnership with community groups, businesses, colleges,churches, synagogues, individual volunteers, family andfriends of our program recipients. LORAIN COUNTY HABITAT FOR HUMANITY FY 2013 ANNUAL REPORT

341 Homeownership Opportunities PROGRAM SERVICES Total Real Estate Investment New Home Construction $2,820,515 Habitat for Humanity has built 38 TITHE IMPACT REPORT new homes. An investment of more than 2.8 million dollars county-wide! Since 1992, Lorain County Habitat Additionally, our homes contribute for Humanity has contributed $27,277 in property taxes each year. $63,839 to help serve 24.7 families internationally. Home RehabilitationLORAIN COUNTY HABITAT FOR HUMANITY FY 2013 ANNUAL REPORT Beginning in 2005, Habitat began to rehabilitate houses. Three homes have been completed bringing the total number of homeownership opportunities for Lorain County residents to 41. Neighborhood Revitalization NRI was launched in 2012 to help homeowners unable to maintain their home due to age, disability or other extenuating circumstances. To date, one project in Avon Lake and one project in Lorain were completed. ReStore Recycling Center Opened in 2010, the ReStore offers new and used building materials, furniture and appliances to the general public at discounted and affordable prices while diverting material from the local landfill. To date, ReStore has diverted 205,455 lbs. of material from our landfill.

4 RESTORE RECYLCING CENTERReStore Home Improvement and Recycling CenterreSLorain County Habitat for Humanity opened a Habitat for HumanityReStore in 2010 to create additional income to serve a greater numberof families. The ReStore offers an active county-wide venue forreusing/recycling building materials, many of which would otherwisego to our local landfill. The store makes direct pickups of new and“gently used” qualifying materials donated by contractors, businesses,and the general public throughout Lorain County. In turn, these goodsare sold to the public at a fraction of retail prices.In addition, the ReStore has become a billboard in the community;people who come in looking for bargains learn what Lorain CountyHabitat for Humanity does and have an opportunity to get involvedthrough volunteerism or by providing a donation. Using store profits,Lorain County Habitat for Humanity will be able to help more low-income families in Lorain County realize the dream ofhomeownership. LORAIN COUNTY HABITAT FOR HUMANITY FY 2013 ANNUAL REPORT

5 NATHAN AND JENNIFER'S STORY Nathan and Jennifer – New Partner Family continue her beloved pastime in the surrounding green yard as well. Turning over a New Leaf With insufficient space and safety for gardening at the old residence, she finds it a reminder of the chance she has received to turn over a “We have that dream that everybody wants [...] We have a new leaf in life. home,” Habitat beneficiary Jenn comments. Recently welcomed into her new house, she, her fiancée, and two nieces Today, the family is extremely grateful for the opportunity to live in a express their gratitude toward Habitat for Humanity. “Without safe and healthy environment. Having been victimized by vandals Habitat,” Nathan states, “we wouldn’t be able to afford a who would pull up Jenn’s plants by the roots and cut festively-strung house.” On February 26th, 2013, however, the family settled Christmas lights, the couple and their nieces look forward to meeting into a cozy abode in Lorain, Ohio. A refreshing contrast to the more hospitable neighbors and joining community groups, including drafty, dilapidated trailer they had formerly occupied, the new those at some of the local churches. They no longer have to endure a home sits near the lake amongst a cluster of churches and leaky roof, buckling steps, or an unmanageably large goose other community buildings. Able to fill it with home furnishings population intent on irritating the allergies of residents and pets alike. and decor, the family is thrilled to add personal touches to the Poorly patrolled grounds and a frequent need for police presence in house. An avid gardener, Jenn hopes soon to the neighborhood are not a concern anymore thanks to Habitat for LORAIN COUNTY HABITAT FOR HUMANITY FY 2013 ANNUAL REPORT Humanity. “We feel much safer in our home now,” Jenn remarks. Their new house is near a school for nieces Erin and Becca and is surrounded by clean sidewalks for dog-walking in nice weather. The police station, movie theatre, beach, and river are just around the corner as well. Transformed by one application and the generosity of the Habitat for Humanity program, the lives of the Nathan and Jennifer's family are now devoted to paying the kindness forward. Remembering the moment they learned they had received the house, Jenn comments, “I don’t think I’ve ever felt so happy. I was tickled [...] We feel very fortunate and blessed beyond belief. ” Nathan remarks, “Without them, we wouldn’t have a house.” Both are proud to say that Habitat has given them a gift that they hope can be shared with many others. Interview and Article By: Marie Vasitas Elyria Catholic High School

Elvy and Ashley - New Partner Family 6 Home for Humanity ELVY AND ASHLEY'S STORYUnable to receive traditional loans because of their lack of credit, The family’s current home is located on a busy street that is noAshley and husband Elvy turned to Habitat for Humanity for help. The stranger to theft, as Elvy's GPS and dirt bike have both been stolen.couple currently lives in a three bedroom, two bathroom house on Ashley and Elvy are wary about their children’s safety in their currentOberlin Avenue in Lorain that was built in 1900. They share the space area and look forward to moving into their Habitat house which has awith their three children: nine year old Angel Lena, four year old Iasiah, large, secure yard and is close to Cascade Park. As a flooring installer,and two and a half year old Aviana. Although the family likes their Elvy also anticipates a new commute of only ten minutes, comparedhouse, they are looking forward to moving into a newly remodeled to his current travel time of forty minutes. “That’s another thing I’mHabitat home and meeting their new neighbors on West 10th Street in really looking forward to,” commented the excited Elvy. The newElyria. house is closer to more restaurants and malls; it is even less than one mile away from the Elyria Memorial Hospital, a fact that will surelyPutting their past behind them, the family has many reasons to thank help the family in times of emergency. Angel Lena, who is currently inHabitat for the bright future they have ahead! Stay at home mother fourth grade, will be able to continue her education at Horizonand wife Ashley describes Habitat for Humanity as “awesome!” In order Science Academy which offers after school tutoring and may soon goto apply for a new house, the couple had to attend home buying up to 12th grade. With hopes of becoming a pediatrician, she cannotclasses. “They were very educational, they taught us a lot of stuff we wait to have her own space to study in the new house, as it offers fourdidn’t know,” Ashley praised. bedrooms and two bathrooms. In addition, the remodeled Habitat home will have more space, a bigger kitchen, and a big lawn for the family to enjoy along with their dog. The family also predicts their new home will help them become better involved in the community, an opportunity they are eagerly awaiting, all thanks to Habitat! An amazing organization, Habitat for Humanity has helped thousands of families just like this one. The nonprofit, Christian housing ministry offers a unique gift to families all over the world who are in hard times, trying to get back on their feet. With the promise of a new house on the horizon, Ashley and Elvy express their sincere gratitude to Habitat, stating that of all the valuable things the organization provides, the most priceless is a sense of security. This family and many more stand as proof that although it is called “Habitat,” what the ministry truly offers is a home. Interview and Article By: Bren Moreno and Marty Kramer Elyria Catholic High School LORAIN COUNTY HABITAT FOR HUMANITY FY 2013 ANNUAL REPORT

7 FINANCIAL INFORMATIONLORAIN COUNTY HABITAT FOR HUMANITY FY 2013 ANNUAL REPORT SUPPORT AND REVENUE AMOUNT % Contributions and Grants $ 144,873 71% Store Sales $ 104,083 51% Other Revenue * $ (45,061) -22% TOTAL SUPPORT AND REVENUE $ 203,895 100% EXPENSES $ 61,992 40% Personnel $ 34,840 22% Occupancy $ 11,393 7% Outside Services $ 48,062 31% Operating Expenses $ 156,287 100% TOTAL EXPENSES EXPENSES ALLOCATED TO HOUSING PROGRAM $ 108,224 69% EXPENSES ALLOCATED TO ADMINISTRATION $ 22,380 14% * Other Revenue balance reflects the sale of a recycled home at current market rate BOARD OF DIRECTORS Board President Board Members Tom Jewell Jeff DeSantis Miriam Ham Vice President David Marr Joshua Lamb Nicole Mack Treasurer Rosalie Martin John Barnes Secretary Dolly Justice

8 DONORS (FINANCIAL AND IN-KIND)Amhers t Communi ty Enha ncement Fundi ng Home Depot One Hour Hea ting a nd Ai r Condi tioni ng Honorary Contribution Ba rba ra OrrAmhers t Ea gl es #1442 Hunter Dougl a s Wi ndow Trea tments Thoma s a nd Anne Pa l mer In Honor of Mi cha el Joyce Adel e Pa ntel a ki s Da vi d a nd Vi cki e JoyceBa rba ra Anders on Sa ndra Ann Hi ne Pi l gri m Uni ted Church of Chri s t Wi l l i a m Popl a r Memorial ContributionJudi th Appl eton Thoma s Hol l s tei n Don Reeves Gregg Reynol ds In Memory of Miss Marguerite BallJohn Ba i rd Ka ren Howel l Dougl a s & Sa ndra Ri der Dea n Pa l mer Scott RoxburyNorma n T. Jr & Sha ron Ba xter Al a n Ja nuzzi , CPA Edwa rd & Ma rga ret Schmi dt In Memory of Joseph Caputo John Sl otwi ns ki Jea n Aus tBike and Build Inc Bri a n Ja nkows ki Wi l l i a m H. Starbuck Mr. a nd Mrs . Ga ry L. Ba l l a rd Bret Stefa n Al l en a nd Ci ndy ButtRoger & Edie Binkley Thomas Jewell Suzi Stra tma n W.T. Cotton a nd C.B. Cotton Ja ck Sus ters i c Da ni el A. Fi nel l i , M.D.Ramona Blair Ri cha rd & Ka ren Johns on The Fi rs t Church i n Oberl i n, UCC Ki mberl y Frett The Fi rs t Congrega tiona l Church Judy a nd Lee Ki a sDona l d a nd Ri ta Bl a nford Pa tri ci a Ka rres The Va l s pa r Founda tion Joe A. a nd Ka thl een Mendoza Thi rd Federa l Sa vi ngs & Loa n Ri cha rd a nd Ma ry Newma nDow Chemi ca l Di a ne Ka zi mi r Tina Thompson Joe a nd Sa ntia Petrone Tri pl e Pea ks Roofi ng Da vi d a nd Bonni e Ann Ri cha rds onLynn Chri s mer Ja ni ce Kenna rd Va l s pa r Corpora tion Ca rol Lynn Whi te Emma ri e VogtHea ther Col l i ns Dua ne Kenyon Jim Vogt In Memory of Andrew Gast Wi l l i a m a nd Ka thy Vogt Fi rs t Congrega tiona l Uni ted Church of Chri s tCommuni ty Founda tion of Lora i n County Jos h La mb Rona l d & Loi s Vongunten Ma rjori e Webber In Memory of David George Sr.Communi ty Uni ted Methodi s t Church Kel l y La Ros a Kevi n & Sus a n Wei denba um Ros a l i ne B. George Ma rcus Wel tleWi l l i a m Da vi s La Porte Uni ted Methodi s t Church Mi ke Wes t of Wes t Cons truction In Memory of James Marshall Pa t Wes t Ann Ma rs ha l lEl i za beth Dea n Jeffrey La s s el l e Whi rl pool Mi chel e Wi l l i a msCheryl Dea rth R. Lee Chri s tina Wol feChri s tina Demps ey Ha rol d LongFrederi ck W. a nd Ja net P. Dorn Founda tion Lora i n Metropol i tan Hous i ng Authori tyEdmund & Susan Dziubek Lora i n County Communi ty Founda tionBa rb El l i s Ros a l i e Ma rtinEl yri a Hyunda i , Col i n Ma cLea n Ji l l Ann McCl a ren Mel tonDa ni el & Ka thl een Fi nel l i Chri s tine McArtorFi rs t Eva ngel i ca l Luthera n Church Les l i e McGi nni sFi rs t Uni ted Methodi s t Church of South Amhers t Li l a McGi nni sFi rs t Uni ted Methodi s t Church El yri a Arnol d Mi l nerAmy Foye Moda c DoorThoma s Freema l Ja ne MooreGi a nt Ea gl e - Amhers t Quentin a nd Ma ry Ann Nol a nGi a nt Ea gl e - El yri a Nord Fa mi l y Founda tionSteven Greenwel l Nords on Corpora tionCons tance a nd Mi cha el Grube Nords on Corpora tion Founda tionHa bi tat for Huma ni ty Interna tiona l Benja mi n & Sa ra Ja ne NortonHa rbortown Fl a g, Inc. Oberl i n Col l ege Di vi ng & Swi mmi ng Tea mPlease Note: Every effort has been made to list individuals and corporations who gave or served between July 1, 2012 and June 30, 2013. Please report any errors or ommission to 440.322.2355.

9OUR DEDICATED VOLUNTEERSMatthew Abahazi Christopher Dlouhy Lake Erie Monsters Ralph RileyRyan Adkins Gitty Dominah Angela La Rosa Israel RiosAmreen Ahmed Delaviz Eftekhar Anthony La Rosa Lori RopcheckJasmine Anderson Josh Elder Jim La Rosa Danielle RoseboroAlescia Austin Kim Elliott Jareel Lawrence Greg RushDale B. Lynn Ferren Joe Levitsky Kim SceercyLaquisha Battle Yvonne Fowler Tywahn Lighty Sandra SchillingLeila Benedyk Pam Frasco Konya Lockett Walt SchlegelmilchAustin Bennett Stephen Freeman Lorain County Community College Kathy SextonDale Buider Sherry G. Lorain County Job & Family Services Amanda SiskindEmma Blackman George Gerald Starr SmallwoodMichael Boardwine Casey Gilfeather Mature Services Program David SmithJeff Bowler Andrea Goltz Workforce Development Program Rolland SowlesChiquita Brown Melody Goodin Lowes Linda SquiresAshanti Brown Scott Gordon Mario Martinez Nikki St.Nathan Brumfield Claire Gray Kionna McIntosh Taylorlyn StephanKeith Butler Mary Gross Debbie McKieman Matt SticklerDiane C. Jennifer Hejnal Connor Mckieman Ashley SuarezJohn Callahan Erin Hejnal Jeffrey Medina Deborah TanseyJ. Callandar Thersa Hejnal Keila Mercado Time Warner CableRobert Cavins Sean Hejnal Lisa Minkoff Tyler ThompsonRyan Celer Jennifer Hejnal Zachary Mitschke BJ TinchalJackie Chalfant Grand Hesselbart Modac Door Company Briana TrifilettiScott Christen Ann Hoffer Eliece Nealy Matthew WagnerBeatrice Chum Adam Houser Rhiki Nealy Kyle WalkerHarper Clarkberg Amara Jackson Christina Noetzl Ralph WaltersHaley Coleman Alex Jackson Oberlin College Gerald WeberDelphine Coron Billy Janda Carla Ontko Logan WessellMavis Corrigan Kathy Janda One Hour Heat and Air Conditioning Pat WestDonald Crawford Bob Janda Open Door Church Qunicy WhiteBuddy Crawford Adrin Johnson Melody Ortiz Jenn YokleyKardel Crooks Matt Kalifer Sean Palacios Laena ZevnikCarl Cunningham Sally Kallan Beatrix Parola Stephanie VancsParker Davis Josh King Kendra Pierce Jim VogtChristina Dempsey Jessica King Danny Pitcher United Way - Week of CaringJessica Dempsey Tanya Koba-Hall Erika R. West Construction Doug RiderPlease Note: Every effort has been made to list those who served between July 1, 2012 and June 30, 2013. Please report errors or omissions to 440.322.2355.

10These are the volunteers . . .. . . who gave their time. . . who gave their talents. . . who deeply cared. . . who gave back to the community. . . all in the House thatHabitat for Humanity Built LORAIN COUNTY HABITAT FOR HUMANITY FY 2013 ANNUAL REPORT

105 Court Street, Suite 512 Elyria, Ohio 44035 214 E 34th Street Lorain, Ohio 44052 Tel. 440.322.2355 Fax. 440.322.2356 Tel. 440.244.1046 Fax. 440.322.2356 Office hours by appointment Open Thursday – Saturday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. WAYS TO HELPWhenever anyone thinks of volunteering with Lorain County Habitat for Humanity, they usually think of building houses; swinginga hammer, framing walls, or raising roofs. This is an extremely important part of Habitat’s mission: our homes are built withapproximately 90% volunteer labor. However, there are many other ways to help.• Volunteer on the Board of Directors • Volunteer your time and talents on a committee. • Volunteer your time and talents in the office.• Be a volunteer photographer on site or at an event. • Give a financial donation. • Sponsor all or part of the building costs of a home.• Provide lunch for volunteers on-site. • Provide in-kind materials, expertise, or services. • Provide donations to the ReStore RecyclingCenter • Volunteer your time and talents to the ReStore • Share your expertise by teaching a homeowner class. • Volunteer at an eventthroughout the year. • Make your next vacation a Global Village trip.• Support efforts to provide affordable housing in your community.LORAINCOUNTYHABITAT.ORG