Habitat Hammers Back: Update
Hurricanes Harvey, Irma, and Maria have caused unprecedented and widespread devastation, forcing thousands of people out of damaged homes and communities in Texas, Florida, Puerto Rico and the Caribbean. Whats being done so far: Shelter Repair Kits for Puerto Rico Habitat for Humanity’s response to the devastation in Puerto Rico caused by Hurricane Maria begins […]
Read More2017 Hurricane Relief
Hurricanes Harvey, Irma and Maria have caused unprecedented and widespread devastation, forcing thousands of people out of damaged homes and communities in Texas, Florida, Puerto Rico and the Caribbean. Habitat for Humanity International has local affiliates throughout the regions affected by the storms. With their help, Habitat is assessing shelter and housing needs. Habitat’s three-phase disaster […]
Read MoreHabitat Sets Goal of Serving 50,000 Families in Haiti
Habitat for Humanity International has set a goal of serving 50,000 families affected by the tragic Jan. 12 earthquake in Haiti. Habitat’s commitment to Haiti comes with the pledge that it will not distract from commitments elsewhere in the world. The Haiti response will have a specifically dedicated staff for the next three to five […]
Read MoreHabitat Haiti Update: Emergency Shelter Kits Arrive
This week the first 500 Habitat for Humanity Emergency Shelter Kits arrived to Haiti. Emergency Shelter Kits are designed to help families make immediate repairs and construct emergency shelter. Materials in the kit include a bucket, a tarpualin, wire, rope, a pry bar, a mason’s chisel and trowel, gloves, nails, a hammer and a saw. The […]
Read MoreHaiti Relief Donations Qualify for Immediate Tax Relief
The IRS has announced a new law stating that eligible donations to Haitian earthquake relief efforts through February 28, 2010 can be deducted on your 2009 taxes. Habitat for Humanity Portland/Metro East is proud to be on the list of qualified charities recognized by the IRS to accept donations. The following is information provided by […]
Read MoreHabitat for Humanity Int’l Responds to Immediate Need in Haiti
Residents pass by collapsed buildings after a major earthquake rocked Port-au-Prince, Haiti, on January 13, 2010. Reuters/Eduardo Munoz, courtesy www.alertnet.org. The 7.0 earthquake and strong aftershocks that struck near Port-au-Prince on Tuesday, January 12 have added yet another dimension to the humanitarian crisis and poverty conditions faced by over 80% of Haitians. According to Reuters, […]
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