House of Heroes Chattahoochee Valley Chapter

Improve the living conditions of military and public safety veterans and/or their spouses who are in need of assistance in maintaining their homes.House of Heroes - Chattahoochee Valley Chapter dedicated staff members reviewed 92 new applications and conducted on-sight assessments of work needed for each home. Their small staff scheduled work teams, provided support services, basic supplies and monetary budgets to cover the cost of repairs and maintenance for 85 homes in 2023. Volunteer project leaders directed volunteer teams to provide the services needed.

Recognize and honor veterans and their spouses who have faithfully and sacrificially served their country.43 homeowner veterans who received assistance were honored during 2023. Homeowners and volunteers gathered together at the end of the work day to celebrate with a flag ceremony. Two flags were presented; one flag to display outside the home and one flag, which has flown over the United States capitol building, is presented to the homeowner in a flag case with the inscription: On behalf of the United States Congress, this gift to you for your gift to us.

Encourage leadership and service, team building and volunteerism.House of Heroes-Chattahoochee Valley Chapter provides team building with the added reward of public service. To encourage more participation we invited former project leaders to an appreciation luncheon and opportunity to pick a 2023 project; it was a great success. Our executive director delivered 5 presentations to organizations and recorded 7 TV and radio spots to highlight accomplishments and promote participation. During the 2023 year, 591 volunteers from 48 community businesses and organizations cleaned, painted, and repaired the homes of 85 military and public safety veterans and/or their spouses; 38 project leaders supervised the work of 58 teams. The Redeeming the Block focus has continued to stimulate greater community awareness and support. 429 volunteers also worked in other 2023 fundraising and community activities which generated donations for our organization.