As a member of the Southwestern Minnesota Habitat for Humanity Board, I would like to share information about our affiliate’s current projects with area residents. Currently, a new house is being built in Pipestone. The homeowner will be Mavity Winter. She and her five boys will move into the house this fall. They are working alongside of contractors and other volunteers to complete the home. To date, the house is up, has been sided, the windows and doors have been installed and the dry walling has been completed. Volunteers have been working on Wednesday evenings and Saturdays. Some of the upcoming projects for volunteers include painting and staining. People who would like to volunteer may contact Habitat for Humanity by calling at 507-562-1001.Additionally, the Family Selection Committee is accepting applications from families, who live in Rock, Pipestone and Nobles counties, who are interested in partnering with Habitat for Humanity to be the next homeowners. Once a family has been selected, the process will move on to selecting the site. We are eagerly looking forward to the completion and dedication to the Pipestone house this September and the groundbreaking for another house next spring. Southwestern Minnesota Habitat for Humanity is an ecumenical housing ministry that partners with donors, volunteers, and homeowners to create simple, decent, affordable housing for people in need. The houses are sold to the homeowners at no profit and with no interest. Habitat is committed to the development and uplifting of families and communities, as well as the building of houses. I invite the residents of Nobles, Pipestone and Rock counties to join us in our efforts to provide decent and affordable housing in Southwestern Minnesota. Your continued prayers, financial contributions and volunteer efforts would be greatly appreciated!Sharon JohnsonBoard MemberSouthwestern Minnesota Habitat for Humanity
