Housing Development Alliance

Hello everyone! So, here at the end of the summer I am finally getting to post my first blog about my work here. My name is Leah Catherine Turner, and I was hired for the summer as the Assistant Volunteer Coordinator. The job opportunity was very unexpected, but I am happy to say I have been extremely pleased with how this summer has panned out. It was hectic at first, but the work is very rewarding. Recently we hosted groups from South Elkhorn Church and Temple University. It's so crazy to think that these were our last groups of the summer! Both groups worked on a new home site, one framing and the other roofing/shingling. Temple University also worked at the First Presbyterian Church's mission cottage (which houses volunteers affiliated with the HDA when they come), pouring footers for a new home, staining ramps at two sites that were built by previous groups, and laying down floor/painting walls of a new home at another location. Each and all of these jobs were crucial to the completion of those homes, and the work contributed by the volunteers was absolutely invaluable. We have enjoyed meeting and hosting all of our volunteers this summer; each one has brought incredible work ethic and good spirits to the work sites. I speak for all of us at the staff of HDA when I say that this summer was amazing, many great things were accomplished, so thank you!!! Unfortunately, John Rasche and myself are returning to school now, so we will not be able to update for a while. Well, a year to be exact. We will both miss the staff of HDA and everyone we have had the pleasure of talking with this summer.

Also, on a side note, have any of you heard the new radio ad that Rasche and myself recorded? It is broadcasting on local radio (97.9 & 101.1 FM) now until September 2, so make sure you tune in and let us know what you think!

We hope to see all our groups again next summer as well as have the opportunity to meet any newcomers that may be interested in volunteering with the HDA. See you all next year! Peace!