MARCH 4 - MARCH 10, 2020 ISSUE 2909
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CAAR REAL ESTATE WEEKLY
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Local Real Estate News Habitat for Humanity of Greater Charlottesville and Lowe’s Unite Women to Spotlight Need for Safe and Affordable Housing through Home Builds and Repairs during International Women Build Week WHAT: Habitat for Humanity International, Lowe’s and approximately 6,000 women volunteers will unite in more than 235 communities in the United States, India and Canada for International Women Build Week from March 4-8 to highlight the global need for safe and affordable housing. A prelude to International Women’s Day, the global event aims to build and repair nearly 540 homes while raising awareness of housing issues facing women and their families. Habitat and Lowe’s are providing the tools for women to empower and educate themselves on skills used when repairing, restoring and constructing homes. By using the hashtag #BuildHer to share inspirational stories, experiences and ways to positively impact communities, Habitat and Lowe’s are uniting women for a central goal of encouraging and building each other up. Habitat for Humanity of Greater Charlottesville is building four new affordable homes on Nassau Street in Charlottesville. These homes will be purchased by local families who have partnered with Habitat to achieve their dream of a safe, decent affordable home. On Friday, March 6, 20 volunteers will hang drywall at the Nassau Street homes, assisting Habitat homebuyer
and single mother I’Knesha Pitts in building and purchasing her new home. I’Knesha is eager to move her family out of their current apartment, which is plagued by moisture issues. The mold aggravates I’Knesha’s asthma and causes her children to cough, yet she hesitates to let her daughters play outside. “There are cars flying back and forth and there’s a lot of violence going on over there,” she says. So, the family spends most of their time at her mother’s home. That will all change in just a few months. Through homeownership, I’Knesha will create a legacy for her children, Zy’Nique, Za’Myah, and Jy’Asia. They will be 25 percent more likely to graduate from high school and 116 percent more likely to graduate from college compared with children from families who do not own their homes, according to the Joint Center for Housing Studies. I’Knesha says their new home will provide a strong, lasting foundation on which the family can build a better future. “I want to have something they can fall back on, something to be ours,” she says. And soon she will. WHEN: Friday, March 6 from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. WHERE: 824, 826, 830, 832 Nassau Street. Street parking is available. BACKGROUND: The Lowe’s partnership with Habitat began in 2003; since then, the company has committed more than $71.1 million to support the nonprofit, impacting the lives of Habitat homeowners worldwide. Lowe’s support of Habitat’s Women Build has helped build, renovate or repair more than 5,325 homes with the support of more than 138,000 women volunteers.
About Habitat for Humanity of Greater Charlottesville Habitat for Humanity of Greater Charlottesville brings people together to build and rebuild homes and communities while catalyzing new pathways to safe, decent affordable housing. Our work has evolved from building one house at a time to developing vibrant, sustainable, mixed-income communities, where hardworking local families can achieve their dreams of homeownership. Since our founding in 1991, we have built more than 200 new homes and safely housed 2,000 neighbors, thanks to the commitment and dedication of our thousands of volunteers and supporters. More information about Habitat is available at cvillehabitat.org. About Lowe’s in the Community Lowe’s has supported the communities where its associates live and work for more than 70 years. As a FORTUNE®50 home improvement company, Lowe’s is committed to creating safe, affordable housing and helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts through nonprofit partnerships. Across every community we serve, Lowe’s associates donate their time and expertise through the Lowe’s Heroes volunteer program. For the latest news, visit Newsroom.Lowes.com or follow @LowesMedia on Twitter.
Ales for Animals Spotlights Three Local Animal Rescues Saturday, April 18th! Are you an animal lover? Looking for an afternoon outing that’s fun for the whole family? Then join us Saturday, April 18th for Ales for Animals! Ales for Animals is a fun-filled event that supports and promotes three local nonprofits: Almost Home Pet Adoption Center, Hope’s Legacy Equine Rescue, and the Rockfish Wildlife Sanctuary. Ales for Animals was organized by central Virginia resident Lynn Noland, who knows and supports the missions of all three organizations. “If you care about animals then you will love what these three groups do.” says Ms. Noland. “It’s important that we support these organizations that rescue so many different types of helpless animals. They provide crucially needed services in the community.” Ales for Animals is happening at the Blue Mountain Barrel House in Arrington on April 18th from Noon to 5 p.m. This is a family fun event featuring music from Sally Rose and Eli Cook; kid’s activities, and a raffle. Craft ales and eats are available for purchase from the Blue Mountain Barrel House. You’ll also have a chance to meet the animals and representatives from
APRIL 18 TH · 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM BLUE MOUNTAIN BARREL HOUSE
TIC KETS & INFORMATION: WWW. ALESFORANIMALS. EVENTBRITE.COM
all 3 rescue organizations. Tickets are only $5 in advance for Adults on our Eventbrite page, $7 at the door. Kids 12 and under attend for free! Join us rain SPONSORED BY: or shine! All proceeds from Ales for Animals benefit Almost Home Pet Adoption IN PARTNERSHIP WITH: Center, Hope’s Legacy Equine Rescue, and the Rockfish Wildlife Sanctuary. Thank you to our major sponsors: Blue Mountain Brewery, Lynchburg 495 COOPERATIVE WAY, ARRINGTON, VA 22922 Kubota, and High Peak Promotional Products! See you under the tent at the Barrel House! BREWERY
Date: Saturday, April 18th, 2020 Location: Blue Mountain Barrel House, 495 Cooperative Way, Arrington, VA 22922 Time: Noon – 5 p.m. Cost: Adults $5 in advance through Eventbrite: www.alesforanimals. eventbrite.com. Kids 12 and under attend Free! Contact: Lynn Noland, Ales for Animals Coordinator, 275 Mountain Star Drive, Shipman, Virginia 22971, 434-263-8882
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