Great support from municipalities, churches, businesses, service groups, two school districts and individuals gave us the funds to be able to build more homes in 2009 than ever before. Over 2000 volunteers lent a hand to build 11 homes in Clinton Twp., Roseville, Sterling Heights and Warren – all decent, affordable, energy efficient homes for 13 adults and 20 children. 2010 will start many rehab projects on foreclosed homes, plus 7 or so new home builds, to help even more families. So we are looking for more working families to apply, and lots of volunteers to make a difference.

 At the end of November, our Board of Directors asked me to step in as Interim Executive Director, to lead the affiliate into the challenges of 2010. I have volunteered with Macomb Habitat since 1995, and have served on staff as Church Relations Director since January, 2007.  I look forward to leading the Habitat team to strengthen our work with volunteers, homeowners and many others working together to give new foundations for families in Macomb County.

Thanks for your prayers and the many ways that you have helped Macomb Habitat in 2009. Blessings as you help others around you in 2010 through Macomb Habitat.

                                                                          Dave Tirsell