What
Habitat for Humanity of Omaha is partnering with OPPD to host a “Rock the Block” neighborhood beautification projects in Olde Towne Bellevue. Volunteers and staff will assist with landscaping, yard cleanup and other exterior improvements.
When
Saturday, Sept. 27, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where
First Baptist Church, 112 E. 23rd Ave., Bellevue | Map
Who
Habitat Omaha staff, OPPD employees, Creighton University students, and volunteers from the community. Members of the public are encouraged to sign up to volunteer at Rock the Block – Olde Towne Bellevue – Habitat for Humanity of Omaha (habitatomaha.org). All volunteers are required to sign up before arriving at the worksite.
Why
Rock the Block events encourage and inspire people to become active participants in their neighborhoods and help transform a neighborhood a block at a time. Habitat Omaha conducts Rock the Blocks in its five-county area as part of its effort to provide and preserve affordable housing.
Editor’s note: The news media is invited and encouraged to attend. Interviews and photo opportunities will be available. Worksite contacts are Ken Mar, Habitat Omaha Area Director, 402-616-6753, and Caroline Nosbisch, community outreach coordinator, 402-619-6187.
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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