Five years after the Indian Ocean tsunami

One of the worst natural disasters in recent history
The scale and intensity of the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami was unprecedented in Habitat’s 30 years of partnering with families around the world.
Now, a half decade after the tsunami, it is both inspiring to see the reconstruction that has taken place and troubling to consider the immense need that remains. Habitat for Humanity is more committed than ever to address that need. 

Five years later

Slideshow: Five years after the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami
In the years following the catastrophic Indian Ocean tsunami of December 26, 2004, Habitat for Humanity has built, repaired and renovated more than 22,500 permanent houses in Sri Lanka, India, Indonesia and Thailand.

Skagit Habitat for Humanity is Participating in the “Give a Day. Get a Disney Day”

Give a day. Get a Disney day.

In one of Disney’s most unique “celebrate” promotions, “Give a Day. Get a Disney Day.” guests will be recognized for giving their time and energy to participating volunteer organizations. Starting January 1, 2010 when you sign up on Disney’s website to volunteer a day of service with one of the many organizations listed, Skagit Habitat for Humanity being a choice we hope you consider, Disney will give you a voucher for a free 1-day, 1-park ticket to either Disneyland or Walt Disney World as a way of thanking you for your volunteerism. The goal is to get one million people to participate.

Skagit Habitat for Humanity will assist a family in 2010 as part of $13 million effort across the U.S.

Thrivent Builds with Habitat for Humanity alliance has built more than 2,000 homes since 2005; 181 additional homes will be funded in U.S. in 2010

Mount Vernon, WA (December 23, 2009) – A nationwide alliance between Habitat for Humanity International and Thrivent Financial for Lutherans continues to build hope for low-income families amidst economic difficulties. Since 2005, it has given more than 2,000 families an opportunity to live in a simple, decent, affordable home. In 2010, this nationwide alliance entitled Thrivent Builds with Habitat for Humanity will contribute more than $13 million to help build another 181 affordable homes in 37 states and the District of Columbia.

Do you know who founded Habitat for Humanity?

This man and this woman were co-founders of Habitat for Humanity. You might have thought, as many do, that this man was the founder. We owe much to all of these people, however, now you have a wonderful piece of knowledge for your next Trivial Pursuit game.

Some other things you might want to know about Habitat for Humanity in Skagit County:

Skagit Habitat for Humanity Dedicates the Martinez Home

We are pleased to announce the dedication of the newest Skagit Habitat for Humanity home on Sunday December 13, 2009. The dedication was held at the Central United Methodist Church in Sedro-Woolley with Pastor Marilyn Kallshian presiding. The dedication was followed by a social gathering and an opportunity to tour the new home which is located next to the church. We anticipate that the Martinez family will be able to move into their new home in time for Christmas! This is the twentieth home built by Skagit Habitat for Humanity.

This has been a particularly gratifying project for us for a number of reasons.