Greater Nashua Habitat for Humanity President Ed Lopez. Photo by Marie Lopez.

Nashua – Greater Nashua Habitat for Humanity has announced newly elected officers on its Board of Directors.  Ed Lopez, of Nashua, who has been serving as the organization’s Public Relations Chairman, has been elected President of the Board of Directors.  Marie Lopez, also of Nashua, has been re-elected Secretary of the Board while Chris Houpis, of Amherst, has been elected Assistant Secretary of the Board.  Vice President Peter Dobratz, of Derry, and Treasurer Karen Files, of Milford, are each in the middle of their first two-year term as officers on said Board. 

Each brings a different set of experiences to the Board’s officer team. (more…)

We invite you to join us for our first annual “Habitat for Humanity Community Fun Day“.  Our goal is to promote awareness in the area regarding the need for affordable home ownership.  This event will take place at Greeley Park, on Concord St. in Nashua on Sunday, September 13, 2009 from noon to 6:00pm. The rain date for this event will be Sunday, September 20, 2009.

This fun and educational event includes activities for all ages. Some of the exciting things going on will be: exhibitors, a bake sale, raffles, youth activities, and day-long entertainment at the half shell.

We are seeking participation from local businesses and organizations to make this a successful event.  Consider showcasing your business, providing community service information, or offering a youth activity as an event exhibitor.

Businesses may also donate merchandise or services, gift certificates, or provide a sponsorship of any the day’s various activities.

Please help us to make this event a success. We appreciate donations and exhibitor responses to be received before Monday, August 31, 2009.    In appreciation for support your business/organization will be listed in the event program and linked from this website. Please contact us by either leaving a message in the “upcoming community event” mailbox at 603-883-0295 or emailing us at FunFair@nashabitat.org.  Thank you for your consideration.

Some event sponsorship suggestions:

• $400 – Trophies / Ribbons / Prizes
• $250 – each Canopy
• $200 – each Bounce House
• $150 – Helium Balloons
• $175 – Dunk Tank

In addition, if you would like to exhibit at the event, we are asking for a $25.00 donation for a 10’ x 10’ spot to showcase your business & an item to be raffled off at the event. Bring your own tables and optional canopy.

Note: No selling may occur in the park but you can hand out promotional items, flyers, and coupons.