2ND ANNUAL
Gala SOARING TO NEW HEIGHTS
National Naval Aviation Museum November 4th, 2022
WELCOME Pensacola Habitat for Humanity is proud to bring our 2nd Annual Gala to the National Naval Aviation Museum in support of individuals and families of Escambia and Santa Rosa Counties. This year’s Gala is a night of celebration in giving. We hope you enjoy the time you spend with us this evening in the company of your friends and family and leave feeling inspired. Our homeowners are exceptional people who dedicate their time and resources to secure a more sustainable and successful future. Through your giving, we can provide education, guidance, support and partnership throughout their personal journey to homeownership. Thank you all for supporting our mission and work to build homes, communities and hope! Sam Young, President/CEO
Founded in 1981, Pensacola Habitat for Humanity is a non-profit, non-denominational, Christian ministry whose purpose is to improve communities through sustainable partnerships. Having built and renovated nearly 1,500 homes, Pensacola Habitat seeks new and innovative ways to positively impact the community through various meaningful projects, including our HomeBuyer Program, HUD Certified Housing Counseling, Community Development Programs, and our ReStore. Pensacola Habitat for Humanity offers unique financing opportunities to qualified applicants to provide affordable home ownership in Escambia and Santa Rosa Counties. For more information, visit pensacolahabitat.org. Our Affiliations-Habitat for Humanity International Habitat for Humanity began in 1976 as a grassroots effort on a community farm in southern Georgia. The Christian housing organization has grown to become a leading global non-profit working in more than 1,300 communities throughout the U.S. and more than 70 countries. Pensacola Habitat is it’s own local non-profit and is ranked 14th in production capacity of all Habitat affiliates in the United States. NeighborWorks America Pensacola Habitat is proud to be a part of the NeighborWorks Network as the only Habitat for Humanity affiliate to be a chartered member. NeighborWorks America is a national, nonpartisan non-profit that strives to make every community a place of opportunity. Their network of excellence includes nearly 250 members in every state, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico. NeighborWorks America offers grant funding, peer exchange, technical assistance, evaluation tools, and access to training as the nation’s leading trainer of housing and community development professionals.
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PROGRAM Welcome
Posting the Colors & National Anthem Opening Remarks
Tanner Stewart WEAR-TV, ABC 3 News Anchor and Reporter NATTC Performing Units
D.C. Reeves Mayor-Elect of Pensacola
Prayer & Board Remarks
Dr. Reverend Gene Franklin Pensacola Habitat for Humanity Board Chairman
Pensacola Habitat is “Soaring to New Heights”
Sam Young, President/CEO
My Habitat Journey
Building a Legacy of Hope!
Auction Winners & Closing Remarks
Doug Broxson Florida State Senator, District 1 Shawn Dominguez, Business Owner, Dominguez Design-Build Inc. Michelle Salzman Florida House of Representatives, District 1 Jordan Glass, Cat Country 98.7 Radio Host Brian “Crash” Edwards, iHeart Radio Radio Host
MUSIC BY: THE MARY CHAVEZ QUARTET 2
DESTINATION VACATIONS Discover paradise in our vacation packages offered at the Silent Auction tables.
Visit the Silent Auction tables located in the Atrium for a full display of auction items. Thank you for supporting Pensacola Habitat for Humanity! 3
DESTINATION VACATIONS
Discover paradise in our vacation packages offered at the Silent Auction tables.
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THANK YOU GOLD SPONSORS
Your investment in our mission is essential to serving our community!
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BRONZE
Mike & Barb Stahl
THANK YOU TO OUR EVENT PARTNERS
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Thank you for supporting Pensacola Habitat’s mission of building homes, communities and hope.
10% of Gala proceeds will benefit the Naval Aviation Museum Foundation.