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MARCH, 2013
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When someone recently asked
me about the goals of the Home
Builders Foundation (HBF) I ex-
plained that one goal was to
move families with children out
of parking lots and into shelters.
Of course, this led to a lot of other
questions.
It is difficult for many to un-
derstand why families f ind
themselves living in their cars in
parking lots. It is often the result
of sudden job loss, domestic vio-
lence, eviction or abandonment.
It is also a surprise to many that
families with children represent
the fastest growing segment of
our nation’s homeless. I think it’s
because so many are invisible. We
simply don’t see them.
This year’s HBF Black & White
Gala and Auction promises to
be a fun evening to enjoy with
friends and colleagues. You will
also hear some inspiring stories
about howmembers of the home
building industry create safe and
dignified housing for the home-
less. I know you will feel a great
sense of pride about what our in-
dustry is doing in our community.
After I talk about the Founda-
tion’s goals I am also quick to talk
about our impact in the commu-
nity. Since 2005, the Foundation
has built or expanded shelter fa-
cilities that have added 134 new
beds used by over 500 people
each year by leveraging resources
within the home building indus-
try. The Black and White Gala will
help us do even more.
Please join us on April 5 to
celebrate what we have accom-
plished and to raise funds needed
to reach our goals. Thanks.
—Ken Cowdery,
HBF Executive Director
Foundation
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Participate in the HBF Auction and do
your part to end homelessness in Oregon
Last year’s HBF auction, Carnivale brought
out more than 350 revelers for a night of
Rio-inspired fun. The Foundation grossed over
$147,000 in 2012 at the auction and plans to
exceed $175,000 in 2013. A new locale and
a new theme will tempt guests- this year
will feature hosted wine courtesy of Milgard
Windows & Doors, a delicious catered dinner
by Jake’s, our annual Wine Wall of Hope, and
exciting silent and live auction packages. New
this year, the Black & White Gala will feature a
Dessert Dash, a fast-and-furious competition
for the best desserts by local bakeries. Join us
for a night of excitement and fun, benefitting
the Home Builders Foundation.
Looking for a great way to promote your business AND
support the Home Builders Foundation? Consider making an
item or service donation to the 2013 HBF Benefit Auction – A
Black & White Gala. Donations are being accepted through
March 20 and are tax-deductible to the full extent of the law.
Donation ideas:
• Gift certificates to hotels/restaurants
• Vacation rental homes or timeshares
• Golf packages
• Sporting event tickets and memorabilia
(college and professional)
• Private dinners for 8-10 at your home
• Airline miles or tickets
• Behind the scenes experiences
• Concert tickets
• Complimentary products or services from your business
Contact Nicole Bailey at (503) 684-1880 to
make a donation or to learn more about the
16
th
Annual HBF Auction.
HBF Gala wine
needed!
The Milgard Wine Wall is back! Dona-
tions of bottles of wine are needed from
HBA members to help fill out the wall
at the 16
th
Annual HBF Benefit Auction.
Suggested value is $20. Drop your do-
nation along with your business card to
Sarah at the HBA Office or call Nicole at
(503) 684-1880 to schedule pick up. Do-
nate a bottle of wine to the Wine Wall and
receive $20 off individual tickets, March
1-10 only!
HBF Gala Auction
donations needed!
HBF
WINE
WALL