What
As part of Congress’s efforts to celebrate the contributions of women who have built, strengthened, and inspired America, Congressman Don Bacon (R-Neb) will recognize Habitat for Humanity of Omaha CEO Amanda Brewer. Annually, Bacon recognizes a District 2 woman who has shaped her community through service and leadership. Bacon will recognize Brewer with a ceremonial copy of his remarks that will be entered into the Congressional Record and the Library of Congress. Past honorees include Catherine Lang, Carmen Tapio, and Carol McBride Pirsch.
When
Friday, March 28, 1 p.m.
Where
Habitat for Humanity of Omaha Offices, 1229 Millwork Ave, Suite #301.
Editor’s Note: The media is invited and encouraged to attend, but the event is exclusively for Habitat Omaha staff and guests.
Who
Congressman Bacon, Amanda Brewer, and members of Habitat Omaha staff will share in the honor with Brewer. About 28 percent of Habitat Omaha’s construction crews are women, nearly triple the industry’s national average.
Why
Habitat Omaha’s Brewer has been a driving force for providing homeownership opportunities, affordable housing and neighborhood revitalization in a five-county area of eastern Nebraska. She has been with Habitat Omaha for 27 years, 20 of those years as CEO, helping make Habitat Omaha the top Habitat International affiliate in the U.S. (number of people served). President Jimmy Carter, a long-time Habitat for Humanity ambassador and volunteer, issued the first Presidential Proclamation in 1980 to designate National Women’s History Week. In 1987, President Ronald Reagan issued a Presidential Proclamation declaring March National Women’s History Month a time to observe and honor the achievements of American women.
About Habitat for Humanity of Omaha
Founded in 1984, Habitat for Humanity of Omaha builds and renovates homes, repairs existing houses and takes down blighted structures in a five-county area, including Burt, Cass, Douglas, Sarpy and Washington counties. Habitat also works with individuals and families to acquire the
access, skills and financial education to become successful homeowners and, along with Habitat affiliates across the state, advocates for better laws and systems. Through shelter, we empower. To learn more, visit habitatomaha.org.
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