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Spring Fundraisers Underway!

PRESS RELEASE
Contact: Brenda Porter-Rockwell, Director of Public Relations
Phone: (302) 652-0365 x108
E-mail: [ bporterrockwell@habitatncc.org ]

Building, Biking, and More - Spring Fundraisers Underway!
Habitat for Humanity of New Castle County is more than a homebuilding organization. We’re a community builder! From building to biking, Habitat’s fundraisers offer something for every member of the family.

Our Annual Dinner will be held in April again. This year’s event will be a ticketed event to celebrate 24 years of building houses with local families and to honor the commitments of our volunteers. Mark your calendars for April 15th at Cavaliers Country Club, 100 Addison Drive, Newark, DE 19702, 6 pm – 9 pm. Tickets are $35 per person or $60 per couple. Online ticket sales for this event will be available in mid-February.

Returning for another year, the Habitat for Humanity of New Castle County’s Women Build Committee is planning their annual "Red, White & Brew" wine & beer tasting and silent auction for Thursday, May 6th at Brantwyn Mansion, 600 Rockland Road, Wilmington, DE. Tickets are $50 in advance or $55 at the door. Online ticket sales will be available in mid-February. Last year’s auction featured and array of items to bid on including a Philly Fun Weekend Getaway, Private Golf Lessons, Phillies Tickets, and more.

The ticketed event raised more than $16,000 last year for Habitat’s homebuilding program. Simultaneously, the National Women Build Days were held over nine days! Lowe’s is the official sponsor of Habitat for Humanity International’s Women Build days.

As we move into summer, individuals and families are encouraged to join this year’s Bike to Build! ride. This year's cycling event will honor the late Rev. Chad Miller, who was an ardent supporter of Habitat's mission and goals. The community is encouraged to come out and ride in memory of Miller.

Scheduled for June 12th, the event's start/finish line has been moved to Tubman-Garrett Riverfront Park in Wilmington. Much of last year’s route through the Delaware Greenways remains the same.
In 2008, the event drew 108 riders—25% more than in 2008—and raised more than $40,000 with support from sponsors like Bank of America, Delmarva Power, State Farm, and W.L. Gore. The Bike to Build route consists of a 12 mile Family Ride, and a 25- and 50 mile ride. Click here for the online event registration. Our goal this year is to raise $125, 000 and draw 500 riders!