Volunteers Make Things Happen

As soon as the plans were approved I applied for permits. By now, time was becoming short as we had  a May 1st event planned. The building inspectors and their staff were very understanding and helped  keep us on schedule.

Northwestern Michigan College construction students began to build the sections of exterior walls. Instructor Devin Hill was on board with the project as soon as I asked him if it was a possibility. Nicole, a member of our Construction Team,  was actually a student in the class and helped to build the walls. Sometimes things just seem right!

Popp Excavating graciously volunteered to dig the basement - and we had our hole. In no time the walls were poured and the construction team was on site for the first actual work day. This team of volunteers rocks- they went to work on the floor joists, floor deck and basement foam insulation. Wow- great progress in a short time.

Current status: The site is backfilled and the septic field is installed. Let the wall raising begin......

While the construction was progressing, there were Women Build team volunteers who were working on other aspects of the build.  For example, there are volunteers arranging for lunches on build days (Tuesdays and Saturdays) until the home is complete.  Lowe's has been hosting free Clinics for women volunteers. During these clinics, a wonderful shed has been built and will be donated and delivered to the home.

There's excitement in the air and the women of  the Traverse City area are ready to build. Call Carrie at Habitat to volunteer 231 941 4663

 Hope to see you on site- Nancy