Small gift. Big impact.

About This Campaign
Unable to pay for the costly repairs and unable to secure a home equity loan, Jackie turned to IVHFH’s Helping Hands program for a hand-up. After selecting Jackie’s home for an affordable repair project, IVHFH oversaw a complete transformation of the kitchen in which the subflooring was replaced, the floor joists were reinforced, the wiring brought up to code, the framing issues corrected, and new cabinets installed. IVHFH also addressed a few exterior concerns by replacing the electrical service, installing new porch lights, and replacing an exterior door. IVHFH wrapped up the project by installing new light fixtures, a new stove, a new refrigerator, and a washing machine. These repairs mean more to Jackie than simply having a safe home; preparing meals at home allows her to save money and, because
she no longer relies solely on canned food, her meals are healthier. Additionally, she will teach her grandson basic life skills so that he is able to do laundry, cook, and wash dishes. Soon, her grandson will be able to prepare her favorite meal.
IVHFH’s strength lies in bringing people together who wish to make homeownership affordable. This project was no different as more than 70 people came together to support Jackie with nearly $3,000 in contributions to our Small gift. Big impact. campaign. IVHFH is eternally grateful for this support and thanks all who contributed by donating and sharing the campaign with their friends and family. Your support is sincerely appreciated.
Jackie is just one of many homeowners that cannot afford essential home repairs and accessibility modifications to live safely in their homes. Our neighbors and our communities have been hit hard by the economic shocks of COVID-19. As families face the public health crisis and the devastating effects of financial instability, our programs like Helping Hands are needed now more than ever. And — now more than ever — we need you. Together, we can help families build back. Your support will help us be ready to build and repair homes with families like Jackie's once this crisis lifts. Your small gift can make a big impact!
Learn more about Iowa Valley Habitat for Humanity's Helping Hands program here: https://www.iowavalleyhabitat.org/helping-hands.html
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$2,819
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Campaign to Support Iowa Valley Habitat for Humanity
We envision a world in which each person has a decent place to live. Locally, we partner with both current and future homeowners, local businesses, residents and social service organizations to construct and renovate safe, decent, affordable housing in Cedar, Iowa, Johnson and Washington Counties. We also secure affordable financing so that homeowners in our program save thousands of dollars over the life of their mortgage. Globally, we work to remove barriers to decent housing by supporting Global Village trips and tithing to Habitat for Humanity global builds. Together with our community, Habitat homeowners gain the strength, stability and self-reliance needed to build better lives and stronger communities.
Supporters
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Sharon Beckman gave a $104.58 donation
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Sue Otto gave a $104.58 donation
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Justin Claussen gave a $52.44 donation
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Iowa Valley Habitat for Humanity
Thank you, Justin. Your gift will make a big impact!
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Laurie Cummins gave a $20 donation
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An anonymous donation of $25 has been made
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Iowa Valley Habitat for Humanity
Thank you for supporting our work. Your gift is greatly appreciated.
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Allison Schmidt gave a $21.16 donation
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Andrew Ballard gave a $52.44 donation
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Iowa Valley Habitat for Humanity
Thank you for all of your work with our affiliate, Andrew!
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John Doershuk gave a $21.16 donation
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Iowa Valley Habitat for Humanity
We really appreciate your impact, John. Thank you!
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Alan Swanson gave a $52.44 donation
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Jo Scott gave a $50 donation
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Monica Hayes gave a $21.16 donation
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Iowa Valley Habitat for Humanity
Thanks for being such a tremendous supporter of our work, Monica!
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Kristina Thiel gave a $10.84 donation
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Kazi Alward gave a $52.44 donation
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An anonymous donation has been made
I feel fortunate to be able to contribute to such a worthy cause.-
Iowa Valley Habitat for Humanity
Your donation will make a big impact on Jackie and her grandson. Thank you!
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Bill Perlman gave a $26.37 donation
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An anonymous donation of $21.16 has been made
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An anonymous donation of $30 has been made
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Iowa Valley Habitat for Humanity
Your support for this project is sincerely, appreciated.
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Sarah Reynolds gave a $10.73 donation
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Iowa Valley Habitat for Humanity
Thank you for supporting this project, Sarah. We really appreciate all of your work with Habitat.
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Todd Schmidt gave a $52.44 donation
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Nancy Steyers gave a $31.58 donation
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Nikola Prom gave a $21.16 donation
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Iowa Valley Habitat for Humanity
Thank you for your donation and everything else you do the support our mission Niki!
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Roberta Sloat gave a $52.44 donation
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Rick Carlson gave a $50 donation
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Iowa Valley Habitat for Humanity
Thank you, Rick! We really appreciate all you do for our affiliate.
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Karen Mitchell gave a $21.16 donation
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Anita Gordon gave a $31.58 donation
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Erin Droll gave a $21.16 donation
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Megan Schmidt gave a $10.73 donation
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An anonymous donation of $31.58 has been made
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Wendy Patterson gave a $10.73 donation
Thanks for supporting this project, John!