Trap Shoot Propels HBF to the Spotlight
Home Building Foundation was in the spotlight in August. Executive Director Brenda Ketah was interviewed live on the KPTV Fox + Show “Outdoor GPS”, hosted by Owin Hays. Watch the informative segment here:
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Builder Captain Makes Organization’s Dream a Reality
Written by Chris McDowell, Project Manager of Home Builders Foundation In late 2018, veteran builder and developer, Jim Standring, approached the Home Builders Foundation with a special project in mind. Standring had experience working on charity projects, long before HBF was founded, but this one was different. This shelter project, a house for teenage girls […]
Ways To Be Philanthropic During The Covid-19 Crisis
How You Can Help Your Community During The Covid-19 Crisis Nonprofits who need extra support during this crisis:• Oregon Food Bank• Sunshine Division • Meals on Wheels• Red Cross – Make an appointment to donate blood!• Domestic Violence shelters – Surge in domestic violence calls to crisis lines• Homeless shelters – Increasing needs for food, […]
HBF TRAP SHOOT PRESENTED BY PARR LUMBER HITS NEW RECORD FOR A MILESTONE YEAR
The 15th Annual Trap Shoot, presented by Parr Lumber and benefiting Home Builders Foundation (HBF), was the biggest yet. Held on Friday, September 13, this year’s shooting competition drew over 70 teams to the Portland Gun Club – the biggest crowd yet to attend the event! As the early morning showers began to slow and […]
Home Builders Foundation raises $298,260 at the 22nd Annual Building Hope Gala & Auction
This year’s Building Hope Gala & Auction presented by California Closets proved to be another successful year for Home Builders Foundation. The event, held on April 13th at The Nines Hotel in downtown Portland, raised nearly $300,000 to help build and renovate shelters for those experiencing homelessness throughout the Portland metro area. Led by Honorary […]
HBF Announces 2019 Building Hope Gala & Auction’s Honorary Chair
Home Builders Foundation is excited to announce Nate Bond, President & CEO of Pacific Crest Cabinets and former HBA Board President, as the Honorary Chair for the 2019 Building Hope Gala & Auction. Beginning a career in building materials in 1972, Nate worked his way into sales and management positions, ultimately becoming Vice President of […]
14TH ANNUAL TRAP SHOOT PRESENTED BY PARR LUMBER RAISES RECORD $110,000
The 14th Annual Trap Shoot, presented by Parr Lumber and benefiting Home Builders Foundation (HBF), was the biggest yet. Held on Friday, September 14, this year’s shooting competition drew over 65 teams to the Portland Gun Club – the biggest crowd yet to attend the event. As the fog lifted and shooters were going through […]
HBF welcomes two new Board Members & a new Officer in 2018
Home Builders Foundation (HBF) was thrilled to welcome two new board members in January. Brian has been an active member of the Home Builders Association for nearly 15 years and is currently serving as Immediate Past President. During his time as an Officer, he has remained an active member of both the Professional Remodelers Organization […]
Home Builders Foundation raises record $416,000 at the Building Hope Gala & Auction
This year’s Building Hope Gala & Auction proved to be a record year for Home Builders Foundation. The event, held on April 14th at The Nines Hotel in downtown Portland, raised a record $416,000 to help build and renovate shelters for those experiencing homelessness throughout the Portland metro area. Led by Honorary Chair Wally Remmers, owner […]
2017 Impact Report
Home Builders Foundation had a banner year in 2017! In addition to completing three other shelter projects, we also completed our largest, mutli-year shelter project, Village of Hope. This brand new facility, operated by Clackamas Women’s Services, will provide a safe haven for domestic violence survivors and their families. With the incredible support from the […]