June 2018

You can shape Habitat’s future in Westwood

Habitat Metro Denver is expanding our Neighborhood Revitalization program into Westwood, and you can be an integral part in shaping our future efforts by helping us get to know the neighborhood and its residents! This summer we are collecting on-the-ground information and need lots of eyes and ears. Here are two big ways you can get involved: Become an Observation Volunteer […]

Written by on 28 Jun, 2018

Meet Habitat Homeowner Branda

Branda, mother of an 11-year old son and caretaker to her elderly uncle, is so excited to build and move into her family’s Habitat home. She works full time as a phlebotomist to provide for her family in addition to caring for her uncle and raising her son. “I have been moving every two years […]

Written by on 25 Jun, 2018

How to Upcycle an Antique Piano Bench

Let’s take a peek behind the curtain on how to take an old, dark-finished piano bench and refresh it with a new, vibrant finish, upholstery, and flair. Materials: Bench purchased from the ReStore ($25) Supplies ($25) #220 Sandpaper Paint Fabric, foam and trim Scissors Staple gun Brass cleaner or metal polish Old toothbrush or small […]

Written by on 19 Jun, 2018

Volunteer with Habitat at the Denver PrideFest

Habitat for Humanity of Metro Denver has a booth at Denver PrideFest and we’re in need of volunteers. When: Saturday, June 16 and Sunday, June 17 Where: Civic Center Park in Denver What will volunteers do? Volunteers will represent Habitat Denver at our booth and share information about our volunteer opportunities, homebuyer application process and ReStore programs. […]

Written by on 16 Jun, 2018