1. tacoma/pierce county habitat for
humanity funding
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where funding comes from, how it's used, and the impact it
has on the community through Habitat's work

2. contents
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Construction Highlights
Overview of Habitat Developments with HTF Funding
Larabee Terrace
Ainsworth Vista
The Woods at Golden Given
Swan Creek Lane
Distribution of HTF Dollars
Volunteerism in the Community
Habitat Family Story
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3. construction highlights
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Insulation:
Insulation levels in Habitat homes exceed building code
requirements. The homes feature R­15 under slab, R­26 wall and R­49 attic
insulation to ensure they will be easy to heat.
Heating system:
Habitat installs ductless mini­split heat pumps as the primary heat sources
in our homes. These inexpensive systems are also the most energy efficient
on the market today. In the summertime, they can work in reverse and
provide air­conditioning.
Building materials:
Habitat homes feature ceramic tile and bamboo flooring that will not harbor
dirt, dust and allergens as carpet would. These materials are also both more
sustainable and durable than carpet or vinyl floor coverings.

4. developments with HTF Funding
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Development
Reynold's Park
Larabee Terrace
Nelson Properties (GH)
Salishan Phase II
Ainsworth Vista
The Woods at Golden Given
Swan Creek Lane
Total Funding
$226,092
$96,000
$97,000
$450,000
$500,000
$500,000
$200,000
# of Units
13
12
4
9
13
30
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Funding / Unit
$17,392
$8,000
$24,250
$50,000
$38,462
$16,667
$50,000
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TOTAL ­ Housing Trust Fund $2,069,092 85 $24,342
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5. larabee terrace
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Location: East Tacoma (1901 E. 36th St.)
Units: 13 single­family homes
HTF Funding: $96,000
Total Project Cost: $1,598,827

6. ainsworth vista
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Location: Fern Hill (8626 Ainsworth Ave S)
Units: 13 single­family homes
HTF Funding: $500,000
Total Project Cost: $2,210,417

7. the woods at golden given
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Location: Midland (962 104th St. E)
Units: 30 single­family homes
HTF Funding: $500,000
Total Project Cost: $6,245,147

8. swan creek lane
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Location: East Tacoma (1424 E 40th St)
Units: 5 single­family homes
HTF Funding: $200,000
Total Project Cost: $1,159,184

9. distribution of HTF dollars
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Homeownership (5%)
Non­homeownership (95%)
Total Housing Trust Fund Dollars
Awarded Since 2011:
Homeownership Projects: $11,547,657
Non­homeownership Projects: $218,000,564
Total awarded: $229,548,221
yearly breakdown of HTF dollar distribution
Year
2015
2014
2013
2012
2011
Homeownership
$3,626,731 (7.6%)
$0 (0%)
$1,615,714 (4.6%)
$1,817,000 (2.7%)
$4,488,212 (8.8%)
Non­Homeownership
$43,854,885 (92.3%)
$28,801,020 (100%)
$33,503,848 (95.4%)
$65,310,972 (97.3%)
$46,529,839 (91.2%)
Total
$47,481,616
$28,801,020
$35,119,562
$67,127,972
$51,018,051
homeownership vs. non­homeownership projects
project location: urban vs. rural vs. king county
Year*
2015
2012
2011
Urban
$33,702,980 (71%)
$35,283,461 (53%)
$18,556,348 (36%)
Rural
$13,778,636 (29%)
$14,533,511 (22%)
$18,845,880 (37%)
King
$0 (0%)
$17,311,000 (25%)
$13,615,823 (27%)
*No data available for 2013 or 2014

10. habitat volunteers
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Tacoma Pierce County Habitat for Humanity's incredible volunteers build so much more than
homes.
They build relationships. Whether that's with fellow volunteers, Habitat staff members, or current and
future homeowners, our volunteers spend their time making meaningful connections with their neighbors
in Pierce County. Our community of volunteers is strong and always present at Habitat for Humanity
events, fundraisers, and home dedications.
They build skills. Not only do volunteers give a lot to Habitat for Humanity, but they get a lot in return.
Spending time onsite results in the development of construction skills that our volunteers can use on
their own personal projects. Our dedicated construction staff works alongside our volunteers, teaching
them valuable skills in all aspects of home construction.
They build communities. At Tacoma/Pierce County Habitat for Humanity, community is at the center of
what we do, and the contribution our volunteers make to communities in Pierce County is truly
immeasurable. Their work supporting our mission goes towards providing permanent housing solutions

11. habitat's volunteers
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volunteers by the numbers
"knowing that you
had the trust and
were going to feel
rewarded at the end
of the day with
making real progress
on a build kept me
coming back"
184,307 hours contributed
by 6,012 volunteers in the
last five years
10,759 contacts on our
mailing list, with 4,609 of
those contacts signed up
to receive our weekly
newsletter
A dedicated team of over
50 regular volunteers who
spend time with us at least
once a week
to low­income families in Pierce County. Having more
homeowners in the community results in having more
people who are invested in its long­term health and
success. Not only do our volunteers help families on an
individual level, but their work contributes to the success
of Pierce County communities as a whole.
They build futures. Studies have shown that the stability
of home ownership has an incredibly positive impact on
the life and future of a child. Children of homeowners are
116% more likely to graduate college than children of
renters, so when our volunteers contribute their time,
talents, and hard work to our projects, they're also
contributing to the education and futures of children living
in Pierce County.
Regardless of where we come from, we're all united
by the same thing: a goal of living in a world where
everyone has a safe, decent, affordable place to live.

12. habitat families
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"That was my dream for my family," Terrance McGehee said as he pointed to his new
home. "Now I need a new dream."
Terrance and Amanda McGehee's home was dedicated in May of 2014, a day they had waited
for their entire lives. "As it got closer and closer, the more jittery we got," Terrance said. "It was
kind of like a kid the night before Christmas. I don't think either of us slept the night before the
dedication."
Terrance and Amanda grew up in rented houses, bouncing around from place to place, and
occasionally watching their parents face eviction notices. They knew they wanted a different life
for their children.
This home, the first home they have ever owned, is a place they plan to stay in for years to come.
Though they've only lived in their home for a few months, Terrance says it feels like much longer.
"It feels like this is just where we live, where we have always lived."
Unpacking felt different this time too. You know that box that just sits in the corner, moving from
U­Haul to U­Haul, closet to closet, because its contents aren't important enough to unpack? That
box was finally unpacked. Terrance and his family were able to find a place for everything.

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Terrance has seen a distinct change in the way his kids act as well. He doesn't know whether it's
being in a brand new home, or an understanding that mom and dad own the house and aren't
renting it, but he sees them feeling more comfortable.
All of these dreams Terrance had for his family, big and small, were realized through his
partnership with Habitat for Humanity. He credits his success to the skills he gained by going
through the program, whether it was financial training from Goodwill, or home care and repair
knowledge gained from his sweat equity.
"All of those things really do serve a purpose," Terrance said. "They change your mindset, your
thought process, and how you look at living in this new home. They're training you for life."
What's Terrance's next dream for his family? He has lots of ideas. Terrance and Amanda want to
continue to build equity in this home, so that it can be an investment for their kids. They're
thinking about potentially purchasing a larger home 20 years down the line, or maybe renovating
the home to have a big master suite when their kids move out.
"It's like learning to drive a stick shift," said Terrance. "Once you get out of first gear, you're
smooth sailing. Now that we've bought the first house with all of this help from Habitat, what will
the next house look like 15, 20 years from now? We're giddy with excitement about all of the
things that we could do."
"it just felt like
home,
immediately...it
feels like this is
just where we
live, where we
have always
lived"