We’re excited to welcome Danielle Johnson to Wichita Habitat for Humanity. She’ll join the staff on June 14 as our executive director, succeeding Ann Fox who is retiring after nearly a decade of service. Danielle currently is the assistant director of the Office of Diversity and Inclusion at Wichita State University. “I look forward to being able to continue this …
AmeriCorps’ team member makes a big impact in our work!
It’s AmeriCorps Week and we’re celebrating Melissa, who serves with us as a Construction Crew Leader. Melissa’s year-long service began in October. Since then, she’s made a difference in the level of efficiency on our build sites. She’s also made a terrific impact on the lives of future Habitat homebuyers who work with her as they earn their required sweat …
Many ways to serve and honor MLK
This year’s MLK Day of Service will look different as we strive to keep everyone healthy and safe during the pandemic. But there are still many ways you can serve and honor Dr. King’s legacy. While Wichita Habitat will not host the annual indoor construction event with 200 volunteers, we’d like to offer some ways you can help others in …
Habitat Helps You Build a Strong Financial Foundation
Habitat homeowners don’t just help build their homes – they also learn how to take control and manage their finances through our financial literacy program. This is a key element of the Habitat homeownership program that changes lives and creates better futures. When you take control and manage your finances you can set funds aside for emergencies, afford a reliable …
Volunteer has played a constructive role in 45-home Habitat neighborhood
Bill Bauck is an expert at seeing a project through to completion! In 2010 Bill helped build the first house in Wichita Habitat’s Stewart Village and now he’s volunteering on the 45th and final Habitat house in the neighborhood. Bill is currently leading volunteers at the house that will be home to Flabio and Maria. Over the past 10 years, …
Support for Places for People Plan
By Ann Fox, Executive Director The Wichita City Council gathered on Nov. 24, 2020, for a workshop on the implementation of the Places for People plan. After serving on the Urban Infill Committee to develop recommendations I was able to speak on behalf of Wichita Habitat for Humanity to support the implementation of the recommendations. Non-profits can’t meet the …
Bob helps us build houses, one yard at a time
By Kathy Lefler/Communications and Marketing Manager Next time you complain about cutting the grass, consider Bob Lochner who volunteers to mow our 18 vacant lots. Oh, and Bob is 82. “It’s good exercise and a good reason to get up in the morning,” Bob said. “I don’t pay a penny in gym fees.” If you’re thinking that Bob is a …
Welcome to Wichita Habitat, Melissa!
By Kathy Lefler/Communications & Marketing Manager Melissa, our new AmeriCorps Construction Crew Leader, likes to learn, serve and be outside. So her new job is the perfect fit! “I don’t know what I’d be doing if I wasn’t working here!” – Melissa “I like to learn and the best part of this job is all the knowledge that the people …
“Hidden Work” Holds Great Meaning for ICM Team Member
When Joe Wary frames a Wichita Habitat for Humanity home he sees beyond the 2x4s, nails and his hammer. Instead, Joe sees an excited family who can hardly wait to purchase their new home. Joe and the team from ICM were framing Baraka and Francine’s home in the Rock the Block neighborhood this week. Joe is the corporate manager of …