The Habitat Connection

Wheeling Area Habitat for Humanity

The Wheeling Area Habitat for Humanity is happy to announce a new build in 2012 that will be part of the West Virginia Habitat for Humanity 25th Anniversary celebration. In preparation for the build, we need to have strong committees in place. We are hosting a community meeting on January 25th at 5:00 p.m. at 2241 Chapline St., Wheeling (Kennen and Kennen Realtors office). Please plan to attend and HELP BUILD IT in Wheeling WV!

Please contact Lisa Werner at 304-234-9221 or werner@wesbanco.com if you or anyone you know is interested in serving on any of the following committees:

Church Relations Committee - The committee shall consist of people who will seek out church partners that will provide assistance with volunteers, families, finances and prayer support. The committee will strengthen interaction with all the churches.

Family Support/Nurture Committee - The committee offers support and friendship, keeps the family on track, and is a resource for the family.

Construction Planning/Site Selection Committee – Committee members evaluate potential building sites and develop construction plans based on family need.

Volunteer Committee – Committee members contact and organize volunteers based on project needs.

Construction Committee – Committee members oversee the day-to-day construction in coordination with the Resource Development Committee and Volunteer Coordinator.

PR/Communication Committee – The committee creates awareness of HFH by developing relationships with local media as well as churches and individuals using print and Internet media

Resource Development/Fundraising Committee – Committee members solicit financial and in-kind support for HFH from corporations, individuals, civic groups, churches, and foundations with the objective to develop sustained giving as a means to eliminate sub-standard housing.

Family Selection Committee – The committee screens the applicants who want to become partners with HFH, explains the policies and procedures, and makes the final recommendation as to whether or not to accept the applicant.

For more information on how to get involved and HELP BUILD IT through donating and voluntering, or if you are interested in becoming a partner family, Please contact our office: