Square Foot

Dear Potential Supporter,

The University of Rochester chapter of Habitat for Humanity would like to offer you an opportunity to make a tax-deductible donation that will greatly help the Rochester community. We are in the process of raising the funds necessary to sponsor and build a Habitat house in partnership with Flower City Habitat for Humanity and a Rochester family. Low ­income families are selected to be owners of Habitat houses through a careful process overseen by Flower City Habitat. The cost of the house is $65,000 for a three bedroom home, and $70,000 for a four bedroom home. The partner family works to pay for their home with 500 hours of sweat equity and a 20-year no-interest mortgage. To date we have raised over $8,000 through fundraisers and donations by individuals and local companies.

We invite you to sponsor one square foot, or more, of a 1,100 square foot home for a needy, but hardworking, Rochester family. Habitat for Humanity's motto is "a hand up, not a hand-out," we hope to work hand-in-hand with this family in building their home.

The University of Rochester chapter has organized a square foot sale: each square foot of the home we will build can be sponsored for $65. We encourage you to donate as many square feet as possible.  For example, the kitchen is approximately 88 square feet, costing $5,720. In return for your square foot sponsorship, you will receive an elegant certificate commemorating your generous contribution - a great way to let your clientele know you care about our community. Additionally, your company will be recognized during the dedication of the home.

We hope you will join us in our effort to provide homes for those in need. Your tax-deductible gift will help make a safe and affordable house possible for a working family who would otherwise have to do without.

Please take the time to read the enclosed materials. We look forward to your support.

Best wishes,
University of Rochester Chapter of Habitat for Humanity