Our Corporate Sponsorship Program
Habitat for Humanity - National Capital Region is a non-profit, non-governmental organization which builds simple, decent houses and sells them at no profit with no interest charges to low-income, working families seeking affordable housing in which to raise their children.
Habitat's mission is achieved by means of vital partnerships between corporate sponsors, foundations, donors, Habitat volunteers, staff and families in need. Working together, these partnerships build new homes, new relationships and a new sense of community. Your assistance can help us reach our goal of helping to eliminate poverty housing in the National Capital Region, and provide you with the satisfaction that comes with knowing you and your organization have made a difference in the lives of National Capital Region families.
29 Houses completed since 1994
24 Houses to be built by 2009
We have a variety of Corporate Sponsorship opportunities; please call 749-9950 and we will be more than happy to discuss partnership opportunities for you and your corporation or community group that cares to change your community, one family at a time.
House sponsors
Corporate and community sponsors have made the Habitat model work. Habitat homes rely on Platinum Hammer Sponsor Partners to cover a large portion of the costs associated with the builds. The other portion of the house is covered through the use of volunteer labour and donations from the community and corporations. These donations may be everything from a $100 donation made to the Habitat program to a local business donating new building materials such as lumber or kitchen cupboards towards the build.
Building awareness
The building of a Habitat home is a community event and celebration that draws attention. Our sponsors benefit from this awareness through recognition on signage, in press releases and in our post-build recognition program.
Building a reputation
As a Habitat sponsor, your team will benefit from association with the excellent reputation of Habitat for Humanity - a reputation that is augmented by a great deal of exposure through popular programs such as Home Improvement, The Oprah Winfrey Show, Home Again with Bob Villa and Ren-o-vations Across Canada. Habitat has also received praise and support from hundreds of well-known figures in politics and entertainment.
Team building
Your involvement with Habitat also presents an excellent opportunity to build your team morale and encourage their cooperation on a different kind of project. Working on a Habitat home will challenge your team to trust one another, will break down barriers and will effectively help your team communicate better with each other.
For more information or to arrange a group day, please contact us at fundraising@habitatncr.com or 749-9950 ext. 223.
How Your Team Can Get Involved
* See our sponsorship levels below *
For years we have worked to build hope for National Capital Region families who are unable to own their own house due to limited income. We invite you to partner with Habitat, roll up your sleeves and help build a house.
To help achieve the goals of Habitat for Humanity-NCR and build lasting relationships, we suggest you encourage your suppliers, clients and business partners to join in your efforts and support this worthy program.
Each Of Us Has Skills
And Habitat for Humanity needs them all!
Building a house is more than just bricks and mortar. It's everything from swinging a hammer to serving meals, to laying sod, to providing money and land. The variety of skills you bring to the table will amaze the community. We have needs in every facet of construction:
- site maintenance and clean-up
- pre-build construction (foundation, etc.)
- first-aid and safety concerns
- food preparation and public relations
- serving on established committees like the planning committee, volunteer co-ordination, land acquisition, fundraising, publicity, media relations communications and partnership development
- "People-in-the-know" - those who know the community and its housing needs are required for both site selection and applicant selection.
- also needed are people with construction skills, both for the planning and the actual building of a Habitat house.
All this is achieved through a collaborative effort, using an established and proven framework that details each phase of the build.
Invest in your community through a Habitat for Humanity-NCR build.
Building Our Community's Future
Your team's cash investment in a Habitat build will create a decent new home for a hardworking family.
The dream of home ownership for many hard-working, low-income families is just that - a dream. Habitat for Humanity helps make this dream a reality. The rigorous family selection process evaluates need, current housing conditions, financial status, character, and willingness to participate in the Habitat for Humanity program. All people in need, regardless of race or belief, are welcome to apply to Habitat for housing.
Building Teamwork!
Habitat for Humanity-NCR provides a unique opportunity for motivated individuals to pool together their respective talents and make a valuable contribution to the community.
Your team will work together, gaining a great sense of personal and team satisfaction. In the process, they will become directly involved in the fight against one of the major causes of poverty - the lack of affordable houses for hard-working, low-income families.
Building communities is what Habitat is all about. Your employees will build team spirit and continuity as a direct result of their efforts on this project. The bond that forms between volunteers on a project such as this is incredible. Knowing that they have truly made a difference is what makes their Habitat experience one to be cherished for a long time.
Employee Gains
Putting them in a challenging, company sponsored, non-competitive team build will help them :
- learn multi-faceted problem-solving skills within constrictive timelines
- learn delegation of responsibilities, patience, creativity and accountability
- develop a positive, fun and highly rewarding experience
- provide an opportunity to generate a long-term, tangible gift to their community
- help foster team building and caring for one another in an environment of equality
- build and instill a great sense of pride and self satisfaction
Your Direct Corporate Gains
Your company will greatly enhance their community profile through a Habitat build.
You will gain:
- recognition in all pre-build, build, and post-build media coverage and Habitat communications.
- an investment in your employees, resulting in a more motivated, focused and team-oriented staff.
- extensive media exposure in every medium from television to print and radio.
- a long-lasting, tangible gift to the community
- the knowledge that you gave a family the most precious of gifts - their own home
THE REAL MIRACLE OF HABITAT
IS THAT IT NOT ONLY CHANGES THE LIVES OF THE FAMILIES RECEIVING THE HOUSE
BUT IT PROVIDES A TREMENDOUS SENSE OF PURPOSE AND FULFILLMENT
FOR THE MANY VOLUNTEERS AND SUPPORTERS
$75,000 Sponsorship Package
In recognition of your generous contribution, we offer you:
- A media release to announce your company's decision to become a Habitat for Humanity-NCR PLATINUM SPONSOR
- Permanent prominent mention of your company name on the Habitat for Humanity-NCR website http://www.habitatncr.com/en/ite
- Premiere signage on the Habitat for Humanity-NCR build site
- A highly visible volunteer presence for volunteers from your company on our build site, complete with a special team t-shirt
- 8 volunteers or 75% of total volunteers per day as required on site for all build days
- Your company name and presence in extensive radio and television interviews and coverage
- Invitation to Groundbreaking and Dedication Day ceremonies
- Mention in HabiChat, the Habitat for Humanity-NCR newsletter distributed to over 1,400 readers monthly
- Recognition at Habitat for Humanity-NCR booth at Home Show
- Permission to use Habitat for Humanity-NCR logo for one year on your website
- Advance invitations to Habitat for Humanity-NCR special events
- Certificate of Appreciation for each build participant
- Recognition plaque
- Public thank-you advertisement in the Ottawa Citizen or Ottawa Business Journal
$50,000 Sponsorship Package
In recognition of your generous contribution, we offer you:
- A media release to announce your company's decision to become a Habitat for Humanity-NCR GOLD SPONSOR
- Permanent mention of your company name on the Habitat for Humanity-NCR website http://www.habitatncr.com/en/ite
- Signage on the Habitat for Humanity-NCR build site
- A highly visible volunteer presence for volunteers from your company on our build site, complete with a special team t-shirt
- 6 volunteers on site for 15 build days
- Your company name and presence in radio and television interviews and coverage
- Invitation to Groundbreaking and Dedication Day ceremonies
- Mention in HabiChat, the Habitat for Humanity-NCR newsletter distributed to over 1,400 readers monthly
- Recognition at Habitat for Humanity-NCR booth at Home Show
- Permission to use Habitat for Humanity-NCR logo for six months on website
- Advance invitations to Habitat for Humanity-NCR special events
- Certificate of Appreciation for each build participant
- Recognition plaque
- Public thank-you advertisement in the Ottawa Citizen or Ottawa Business Journal
$25,000 Sponsorship Package
In recognition of your generous contribution, we offer you:
- A media release to announce your company's decision to become a Habitat for Humanity-NCR SILVER SPONSOR
- Permanent mention of your company name on the Habitat for Humanity-NCR website http://www.habitatncr.com/en/ite
- Signage on the Habitat for Humanity-NCR build site
- A highly visible volunteer presence for volunteers from your company on our build site, complete with a special team t-shirt
- 6 volunteers on site for 8 build days
- Invitation to Groundbreaking and Dedication Day ceremonies
- Mention in HabiChat, the Habitat for Humanity-NCR newsletter distributed to over 1,400 readers monthly
- Recognition at Habitat for Humanity-NCR booth at Home Show
- Advance invitations to Habitat for Humanity-NCR special events
- Certificate of Appreciation for each build participant
- Recognition plaque
- Public thank-you advertisement in the Ottawa Citizen or Ottawa Business Journal
$10,000 Sponsorship Package
In recognition of your generous contribution, we offer you:
- A media release to announce your company's decision to become a Habitat for Humanity-NCR BRONZE SPONSOR
- Mention of your company name on the Habitat for Humanity-NCR website http://www.habitatncr.com/en/ite
- Signage on the Habitat for Humanity-NCR build site
- A highly visible volunteer presence for volunteers from your company on our build site, complete with a special team t-shirt
- 6 volunteers on site for 3 build days
- Invitation to Groundbreaking and Dedication Day ceremonies
- Mention in HabiChat, the Habitat for Humanity-NCR newsletter distributed to over 1,400 readers monthly
- Recognition at Habitat for Humanity-NCR booth at Home Show
- Advance invitations to Habitat for Humanity-NCR special events
- Certificate of Appreciation for each build participant
- Recognition plaque
$5,000 Team Building Package
Includes the following:
- Recognition plaque
- Listing on website
- Build site sign
- 8 volunteers on site for 1 build day
$2,500 Team Building Package
Includes the following:
- Recognition plaque
- Listing on website
- Build site sign
- 5 volunteers on site for 1 build day
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