A Note from our CEO:
Dear Friends,
French theologian, Albert Schweitzer once said, “The purpose of human life is to serve, and to show compassion and the will to help others.”
I love reflecting on the various ways NeighborWorks® Boise was able to serve many of our community members in 2021. This year, we would also like to celebrate our caring community and partners. Together, with their generous financial and volunteer support, we were able to help families stay in their homes during these unprecedented times. Along with our comprehensive network of housing solutions, we continue to look for ways to incorporate innovation within our services to help us serve even more families.
The struggles of last year followed us into 2021. Homeowners affected by this pandemic were able to get Mortgage Assistance from the Cities of Boise and Meridian that was dispersed through our organization – a collaboration founded in 2020. This program provided hope for families who needed it due to hardships caused by the pandemic. Another new venture that NWB helped develop through a strategic partnership with the City of Meridian was the Homeowner Repair Program. This program provides qualifying low- to moderate- income (LMI) City of Meridian residents with necessary home repairs to increase energy efficiency, accessibility, and the longevity of their houses – allowing them to continue living safely, comfortably and economically.
The pandemic was not the only struggle Idaho saw in 2021. The housing market soared to record high prices, and many Idahoans were unable to afford a decent place to live. Working with families through our HomeOwnership Center℠, our team was able to provide education and offer lending services to help our neighbors fulfill their dream of owning a home.
The compassion and will to help others was most visibly evident in our Paint The Town™ and Rake Up Boise™ community revitalization events. Over three thousand volunteers gave of their time to help their senior and disabled neighbors. We are proud to simply be a conduit for these programs as they bring out the best of our community. The folks served by these volunteers are forever grateful and have a special place in their heart and home.
None of this would have been possible without the support of our community or our NeighborWorks® Boise Board and Committees. The driving force of talent, dedication, and compassion within our NeighborWorks® team members is inspiring as we look back at what we all accomplished together.
Gratefully, Bud Compher CEO, NeighborWorks® Boise
Matching Funds Announced!
We are now about half way through this important campaign. US Bank Foundation has generously added a matching gift – so for every dollar you donate, two dollars will go to support NeighborWorks® Boise's housing programs. The fundraiser runs to December 31, so make your tax-deductible contribution today!
Meet Margo Meridian Homeowner Repair Program
Margo Maxwell found the NeighborWorks® Boise Repair Program at a time when she needed it the most. On the hottest day of the summer, her furnace went out. When she called to get a quote, they said it was too old for repairs and they estimated a new unit at $8,000-$25,000.
Margo qualified for the Meridian Homeowner Repair Program and not only got a new furnace, but her fence, doors, and shower were repaired too. Margo says there is no way she could afford these repairs and she doesn't know what she would have done without this program.
Margo's home is the home base for her family. Her seven children and 30 grandchildren come to her home for holidays. They move the furniture around, add leaves to the table, and turn the entire living room into the dining room – making enough room for everyone. Maxwell is also known in her community for hosting ladies' nights and giving shelter to friends in need.
In partnership with the City of Meridian, through this program we have repaired five homes so far, providing over $73,000 in assistance – allowing neighbors to stay safely and economically in their homes.
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