Volunteer Manual and Event Program

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Volunteer Manual and Event Program
Volunteer Manual
and Event Program
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elcome to the Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter Work Project (JRCWP) Washington, D.C.
Build 2010. We are grateful for your support in providing opportunities and hope
for families who have dreamed about owning a home their entire lives. This information
package is intended to ease and enhance your time working on the JRCWP, in Ivy City
and around the greater Washington metropolitan area. You will find information about the
project, the community and families you will be supporting, the sponsors making this all
possible, schedule, transportation, and tips on where to eat, drink and play when not on
the site.
Table of Contents
About the Carter Work Project ........................................................................................2
Important Information about Gallaudet University......................................................3
About Habitat for Humanity of Washington, D.C. .........................................................4
The Ivy City Development ...............................................................................................5
UN World Habitat Day 2010 .............................................................................................6
Homeowner Family Profiles ............................................................................................7
2010 Carter Work Project Sponsors .............................................................................. 11
JRCWP 2010 D.C. Volunteer Schedule ..........................................................................18
Transportation ................................................................................................................20
Key Contacts ..................................................................................................................21
Things to do in Washington, D.C. .................................................................................22
Emergency Plan .............................................................................................................24
Neighborhood Dining Guide .........................................................................................25
Maps ...............................................................................................................................29
JRCWP 2010 D.C. Volunteer Waiver ..............................................................................30
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About the Jimmy & Rosalynn Carter Work Project
President and Mrs. Carter are Habitat for Humanity’s most famous volunteers and have
given a week of their time every year for the past 27 years to help Habitat build homes and
raise awareness about the need for affordable and decent housing. The Jimmy and Rosalynn
Carter Work Project is the most significant and widely recognized Habitat for Humanity
annual event. JRCWP will launch in Washington on World Habitat Day, October 4, as part of
a worldwide effort to highlight the need for stable communities and healthy housing. More
than 1,000 volunteers from across the country will build and renovate homes in partnership
with low income families during the week-long project in Washington, D.C.; Baltimore and
Annapolis, Maryland; Minneapolis and St. Paul, Minnesota; and Birmingham, Alabama.
This year Habitat for Humanity International highlights the Neighborhood Revitalization
Initiative (NRI), which aims to support Habitat affiliates in serving more families by
responding to community needs with an expanded array of products as part of community
development that enhances quality of life. Habitat affiliates and their partners will decide
on the work carried out locally, but the initiative’s services may include new house
construction, rehabilitation of vacant properties (including foreclosed properties), house
repairs for existing low-income homeowners, weatherization to make houses more energy-efficient and affordable, and community planning partnerships to ensure more services
are available to further stabilize communities. NRI not only helps more families attain
affordable housing, but has the broader impact of building better communities.
We are also celebrating the establishment of the Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter Fund this year,
enabling supporters to honor President Carter and his wife’s nearly 30 years of commitment
and service to Habitat’s mission. A percentage of this year’s JRCWP sponsorship
contributions will go toward establishing this fund.
“I would say it has made all of us volunteers
more broad-minded, less inclined toward
being prejudiced against people who are
different from us in color or income or
nationality or faith... And I think that’s one of
the major attributes of Habitat that’s quite often
overlooked.”
~ President Jimmy Carter
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About Gallaudet University
Did you know that Gallaudet University is the only university in the world that designs all
programs and services to accommodate deaf and hard of hearing students? The University
was founded in 1864 by an Act of Congress, and its’ charter was signed by President
Abraham Lincoln. Habitat for Humanity of Washington , D.C. is honored to work closely
with Gallaudet University on the JRCWP this year. Interpreters will be available at all
JRCWP events.
Amenities
There is a 24 hour business center located in the main lobby of the Kellogg Center. A fitness
center is available for all hotel guests from 6:00 am-9:00 pm. Breakfast will be available for
Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter Work Project hotel guests beginning at 5:45 am on Monday,
October 4th, and 6:00 am Tuesday-Friday October 5th-8th. There is a range of dining options
available at all other hours. See the Transportation section in this program for details about
parking and getting to and from Gallaudet’s campus.
Sustainable Initiatives
Kellogg Conference Center is among the Washington area hotel and conference centers
most committed to limiting their environmental footprint. A few of their sustainable
practices include using organic and local produce, 100 percent recyclable paper inserts and
hand-outs and an in-house recyclable water filtration plant.
Special Thanks to Gallaudet University
We offer our gratitude to the Gallaudet staff and students for their commitment to ensuring
the Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter Project 2010 D.C. makes the deepest impact possible. From
the professionalism of their staff to the willingness of students to take time away from class
to participate on the build sites, Gallaudet as a community has demonstrated a culture of
going above and beyond the call of duty. Gallaudet University has been one of the longest
running employers of Ivy City Residents, and we look forward to future partnerships to
improve the quality of life in and around Ivy City.
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About Habitat for Humanity of Washington, D.C.
Better Built Together
An affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International, Habitat for Humanity of Washington, D.C.
believes that everyone deserves a house they want to call home. That is why we work to
eliminate poverty housing and homelessness in the nation’s capital by building affordable,
energy-and resource-efficient homes for people in need. DC Habitat builds and rehabilitates
homes in order to sell them to families who are ineligible for conventional financing.
Working alongside neighborhood members on
restoration, weatherization and beautification projects,
and offering no-profit, no-interest, twenty-five year
mortgages for its buyers, prospective homeowners
make a $500 down payment and contribute 300
hours of sweat equity towards construction of their
own home. Mortgage payments on completed homes
are reinvested in a revolving Fund for Humanity to
finance further construction and the acquisition of
additional properties and building materials. We are
delighted to host this exciting event in Washington,
D.C. this year, as we celebrate World Habitat Day.
“We are thrilled that the Carters
will join us in D.C. on October
4,” said Kent Adcock, President
of Habitat for Humanity of Washington, D.C. “As a result of this
effort, at least 10 local families
will have better housing conditions in the District.”
Building for a More Sustainable City
Since 1988, DC Habitat has provided more than 200 families with new or rehabilitated
homes with the help of nearly 4,000 volunteers each year. The emphasis is on complete
community revitalization.
Habitat’s ultimate goal is to bring all of its vast resources and partnerships together to
transform and revitalize each area into a sustainable community. Habitat will use a specific
scope, scale and expertise to become a leader of community stabilization activities in the
nation, expanding its participation in the Department of Housing and Urban Development’s
(HUD) programs to rehabilitate and repair vacant and foreclosed properties, engaging
the Department of Energy and utilities in the “greening” of affordable housing, and
incorporating other public funding sources will help enhance neighborhood revitalization
efforts. DC Habitat continues its commitment to green, sustainable building throughout
the construction of the Ivy City neighborhood. DC Habitat will build to the guidelines
of Earthcraft Home Gold Level in addition to the criteria set forth by Enterprise – Green
Communities Criteria. As DC Habitat builds in Ivy City it will deepen its green footprint by
incorporating as many new sustainable building techniques that are possible from Passive
House Design to ground-air heat exchange systems technology. DC Habitat will strive to
show that even in our Nation’s Capital, where housing costs are among the highest, that
affordable and sustainable housing is possible.
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Ivy City Development
It is one of the city’s oldest, smallest and least known communities – and home to a collection
of houses dating back more than one-hundred years. Along its triangular borders are the
Amtrak Ivy CityYard/NewYork Avenue NE, Gallaudet University and the Mt. Olivet Cemetery.
A largely industrial neighborhood in the central portion of Northeast Washington, Ivy
City has long faced great challenges. Being one of the few early employers of African
Americans, the railroad industry shaped the economic climate of Ivy City. Many black
residents came to call Ivy City home. Post World War II Ivy City’s economic welfare declined
along with the railroads. In the 1980s open-air drug markets and prostitution were rampant
in Ivy City, leading to an exodus of nearly one third of the ward’s population throughout
the 1990s, and leaving a scene of desolation in its wake. The scene on the ground today
reveals abandoned and dilapidated homes, buildings and warehouses, empty parking lots
and visible poverty and crime; it also shows early signs of gentrification, social change and
community mobilization.
Why Ivy City Needs our Support:
 Average family income is $18,000 – less than 20 percent of DC’s median family
income
 Only about 12 percent of the neighborhood’s residents are currently homeowners
 Its population decreased by nearly a third in the 1990s and 2000s
 Its poverty rate is 44 percent and the number of food stamp recipients is twice the
average for DC neighborhoods
 Ivy City’s unemployment rate is nearly 20 percent and approximately 40 percent of
the neighborhood’s adults do not have a high school diploma.
 DC Habitat will be joined by several partners in the redevelopment of Ivy City,
including the DC Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD),
MissionFirst and SamariCorps
DC Habitat began initial construction in Ivy City as part of Habitat for Humanity’s
Neighborhood Revitalization Initiative in early summer 2010. Plans are drawn for at least 6
single-family homes and 2 rehab condos on Providence Street in Northeast DC. Additionally,
DC Habitat will take its A Brush With Kindness (ABWK) program to Ivy City, providing house
painting and other exterior renovations to existing homeowners in the neighborhood.
Habitat for Humanity of Washington, D.C. is partnering with other community-based
housing developers to transform this neighborhood into a safer, healthier place to live. DC
Habitat is one of four developers that were awarded land grants from the District, along
with funds from the first round of the Neighborhood Stabilization Program, to produce
more than 50 units of mixed income housing in the Ivy City community.
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Important Notice About Your Safety
The link between crime and poverty is no secret, thus crime rates in Ivy City slightly exceed
those of more affluent sections of the city. We encourage you to avoid traveling alone when
possible, and to prioritize your safety, as well as respect for the people of Ivy City. There will
be increased security around Ivy City during all scheduled Carter Project Build hours. There
are 24-hour emergency blue phones around the Gallaudet campus. If at any time you feel
threatened please notify a Habitat for Humanity of Washington, D.C. representative and/or the
authorities immediately.
United Nations World Habitat Day 2010
According to the United Nations, more than 100 million people in the world today are homeless,
while millions more who face severe housing problems live without adequate sanitation or
security and with irregular or no electricity supply. Habitat for Humanity would need to build
2 million homes per year for the next 50 years to solve the present worldwide housing crisis.
Because of growth trends, there would still be a need for 1 billion more houses at the end of
those 50 years.
The United Nations has designated the first Monday of October every year as World Habitat
Day. The idea is to reflect on the state of our towns and cities and the basic right for all to
adequate shelter. It is also intended to remind the world of its collective responsibility for the
future of the human habitat.
Recognizing adequate shelter as a basic human right, housing for families in poverty is about
much more than shelter; it is a vital component of the foundation for healthy communities.
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Housing improves health
Housing has positive impacts on children
Homeownership builds wealth
Housing strengthens communities
The United Nations chose the theme Better City, Better Life to highlight our collective vision of
a sustainable urban world that harnesses the potential and possibilities, mitigates inequalities
and disparities, and provides a home for people of all cultures and ages, both rich and poor.
For additional information please visithttp://www.unhabitat.org.
The former U.S. President and First Lady cherish house
dedications most of all. They are often overcome,
they say, gathered together with fellow volunteers,
their tears reflecting the joy and hope of what is
essentially a sacred exchange. After hours of hard
work and moments of cordial collaboration, new
homeowners open their hands to receive a key that
has the power to unlock a different, dreamed-of future.
“That just does something to your soul,” says Mrs.
Carter.
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JRCWP 2010 D.C. Ivy City Homeowner Family Profiles
House #1
Endalkachew Haile
‘Owning a house is very important’
Endalkachew Haile and his wife, Dagmawit Belete, came to Washington, D.C. three years ago, hoping
to find a better life in America than in their native Ethiopia. In October, one investment in their
American dream will become real, as construction begins on their own home in Ivy City.
Haile, 34, is an airport baggage handler and Belete, 32, is a cashier at Whole Foods. Until their house
is built, the two will continue to share a small one-bedroom apartment in Northwest Washington
with their infant son, Tinsae. For nine months, they have been paying nearly $1,000 a month in rent
for this vermin-infested apartment with faulty electrical wiring, a leaky window-unit air conditioner
and a radiator that doesn’t work. “Owning a house is very important,” Haile said. “This place is
not comfortable.” In the summer, the whole family often sleeps in the living room—the only airconditioned place in the apartment. And in the winter, the bathroom is the only warm room, Haile
said. Beyond the basic lack of comfort, the apartment also poses serious health risks to the young
family. Haile cites problems in the unit ranging from leaky pipes and faulty plumbing to cockroaches
and rats. “Sometimes we don’t have electrical power,” Belete added. “And there are thieves in the
neighborhood.”The sparsely furnished, bright white apartment is immaculate, but Belete’s frustration
is obvious at the limits of good housekeeping in a substandard building. The family’s new Habitat
home will be a far better place for a baby.
House#2
Donna Hines
‘This is what I’ve been working for’
Donna Hines, 34, has been a medical office manager for 10 years in Washington, D.C. She and her
two sons—Chelton, 17, and Chaheed, 13—have lived for 12 years in a two-bedroom apartment in a
public housing high-rise.“You’re never safe,” Hines said, citing a high crime rate, a rodent infestation
and unsanitary surroundings. “I think my kids deserve better.” By the time the house is finished,
Hines will have a new baby daughter. Also, her 16-year-old nephew, Dayquan Kelly, will be living
with them. What will a house mean to this close-knit family? “Oh, Lord,” Hines said, struggling for
words. “It will mean a place for my kids to be raised and come home to.” Oldest son Chelton will be
on his way to college next year, and his cousin Dayquan will go the following year. Chelton aspires
to be a doctor, and younger brother Chaheed wants to be a math teacher. Hines runs a tight ship at
home, giving the kids regular chores and keeping the two-bedroom apartment as clean and livable as
possible. Ultimately, though, she knows she can’t protect her family from all the problems inherent
in an aging, high-rise public housing complex. “There have been a few murders—in the alley right
here, in the stairway, in the hallways,” Hines said. “It’s always something. Always something.
Hines applied to Habitat on the advice of Kiona Mack, a neighbor in public housing who works in the
leasing office and had recently been selected to be a Habitat homeowner. “She gave me the number
to call, but I was like, ‘I don’t know. People who work as hard as I do don’t usually get help. You have
to be extremely poor or extremely wealthy to really get somewhere in D.C. “But she said, ‘No, trust
me. Habitat is different. ” Hines and Mack attended homeowner classes together, and will soon be
living as neighbors in Ivy City. “This is what I’ve been working for,” Hines said. “I just think my boys
deserve much better than this cramped apartment and this living situation. If they’re exposed to
something a little more positive, a little more space, new people, new positive people … it will make
a big difference. “I see big changes, good changes coming.”
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House #3
Kiona Mack
‘Such a good feeling to have your own home’
Kiona Mack, 28, is an administrative assistant for a company that manages the federally subsidized
Tyler House Apartments in Washington, D.C., where she lives with her two children: Arnez, 7, and
Arreona, 3.
“It’s kind of calm in the daytime, but at night I don’t let my kids go out at all,” Mack said. “It’s a
dangerous environment. You don’t know what can happen.” On October 4th, a crew of volunteers
including former U.S. President Jimmy Carter and his wife, Rosalynn, will begin building a new
home for the Mack family in Ivy City. “It’s going to mean a whole lot,” said Arnez, a third-grader.
“We’re going to have a house, and I get to play in a yard.” Mack, who grew up in D.C., does the best
she can to keep her kids healthy and happy in a depressed urban environment.
“I try to keep Arnez in sports,” she said. “Monday through Friday, we’re at football practice from 6
to 8 p.m. And Arreona even gets a chance to play on the field with other little girls. “When football
season is over, we have to worry about finding something else to do,” she said. Arnez is a good
student and a football star at school. Last season, he won three trophies for being an outstanding
defensive player. He also excels at basketball, and aspires to play professionally when he grows up.
Little sister Arreona is entranced by Dora the Explorer, whose likeness appears on all sorts of toys
stacked neatly in the family’s small living room. “I like Boots,” the toddler said, referring to Dora’s
loyal sidekick monkey. Arnez and Arreona may be too young to appreciate all the details of getting
a home that will be built with the hands-on help of a former U.S. President and First Lady. But their
mother is very clear about what a special experience this year’s Carter Work Project will be for her
family. “I’m very excited to meet the Carters,” Mack said. “And it’s such a good feeling to be able to
say you’re going to have your own home.”
House#4
Andargachew Negash
‘Moving to a new life is exciting’
Andargachew Negash is a part-time taxicab driver and a full-time chemistry student in Washington,
D.C., working toward becoming a pharmacist. His wife, Bezawork Bedane, is a home health care aide
and also takes care of their three children: daughters Loredana, 12, and Meron, 4; and son Samuel,
3. Originally from Addis, Ethiopia, Negash and Bedane have been in the United States for nearly a
decade. They have been living in a cramped two-bedroom, insect- and rodent-infested apartment,
waiting for construction to begin on their three-bedroom house as part of the 2010 Jimmy & Rosalynn
Carter Work Project.“ Moving to a new life is exciting,” said Negash. “We will be moving to a better
space—more space and more security.”
The family’s new home will have three bedrooms, which will allow Samuel to have his own room.
His sisters will share a room. “Meron wants a purple room, but I want a pink room,” Loredana said,
smiling. “We’ll work it out.” Loredana just began seventh grade. An excellent student, she loves
science and dreams of becoming either a scientist or a doctor. When she’s not helping to take care
of her young siblings, she is a member of the school choir and also plays basketball and soccer.
The family has been in the United States for nine years, and they currently pay almost $1,000 in
rent. With a mortgage payment expected to be about $700, Negash and Bedane will have more
disposable income to plan a future. “It’s pretty tough out there,” Negash said, adding that he has to
spend twice as much time driving his taxi nowadays to make half as much as he used to earn. He is
most focused on his schoolwork and trying to get into a good pharmacy school. “My priority is to
further my education,” he said, “so my family has a better future.”
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House#5
Norma Gales
‘This house is going to mean a new start’
Norma Gales, 46, has been a preschool teacher in Washington, D.C., for eight years, overseeing a
classroom full of 16 children between the ages of 3 and 5. “It’s a challenging age,” she said, smiling.
For five years, Gales has rented an aging apartment on K Street through the D.C. Housing Authority.
Her rent has fluctuated between $295 and $746, making it nearly impossible to budget her money
wisely and make ends meet. “I’m living paycheck to paycheck,” she said. “It’s hard to keep up.”
In October, construction begins on her new Habitat home in Ivy City, part of the 2010 Jimmy &
Rosalynn Carter Work Project. Once the home is completed, Gales will be paying a stable mortgage
that she can afford. She will share the three-bedroom house with her 13-year-old daughter, Tiara.
Her 19-year-old son, Davon, who just started college in West Virginia, will be home for holidays and
summer vacations. (Her eldest son, Lorenzo, 24, lives on his own.) Tiara is a special needs student
who struggles with learning disabilities and behavioral issues. She has been attending a residential
school in Pennsylvania, receiving professional treatment, but will be home by the time construction
begins on their new house. “This house is going to mean a new start, where we can grow better
together,” Gales said. “My kids know how hard I’ve strived to get where I am today.” Gales is going
to try to line up a substitute teacher for the whole week of the Carter Work Project, so she can be in
Ivy City for all the excitement as new homes start rising in the historic neighborhood.“I want to be
right there on that site,” she said. “I want to help build my own house.”
House #6
Shawanna Davis
‘I feel complete’
Shawanna Davis said it’s very simple why she worked so persistently to partner with Habitat for
Humanity of Washington, D.C. “My kids. Always, that’s it,” she said. “They are phenomenal kids
and they deserve a house to grow in. They made me stick with it until I got a ‘yes.’” Davis’ oldest
daughter, Zenniah, is 14. She has been a diligent student at Washington’s KIPP School, and recently
earned a scholarship to study at the respected Sandy Springs Friends School in nearby Maryland.
“If I could give her the world, I would,” Davis said of her daughter. “I’m in awe of her maturity and
her responsibility. She helps with her 3-year-old brother, she helps with the whole family. She’s
just fantastic.” And Davis says the same goes for her other children, Zykeah, 10, and Tarvis, 3. Both
Zenniah and Zykeah are especially interested in dance, everything from ballet and tap to modern
dance and hip-hop.
What is Tarvis into? “What is he not into is the real question,” Davis said with a laugh. The family
currently rents a two-bedroom apartment in southeastern Washington. “It’s pretty crowded where
we are now,” Davis said. “And we’ve had to deal with our share of break-ins where we live and to
our car.”
A medical assistant at a Women’s Health Clinic, Davis has already been volunteering on weekends
in the Ivy City neighborhood she will soon call home. During her first Saturday working on a Habitat
worksite she helped frame windows. She was impressed with those helping Habitat build and
renovate homes in the community: “I love it, I love it, I love it. It’s such a positive atmosphere. The
volunteers are just above and beyond anything you can imagine.” And for Davis, it all comes back
to her children. “I feel complete now,” she said. “It’s hard not to be able to provide a home for your
kids. Sometimes, you feel like a failure. It just means so much to be able to do this. The work that
goes into it? That’s nothing. This is a blessing.”
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House #7
Tarneisha Whitehead
‘So proud to be a homeowner’
Tarneisha Whitehead, 37, recently moved back into her childhood home on Anacostia Avenue in
Washington, D.C., where her parents still live. Whitehead and her 12-year-old daughter, Ebony, were
eager to leave the apartment complex where they had spent the past decade. “My car has been
vandalized a couple of times,” Whitehead said. “Even in my building, sometimes when we go in and
out, there are people hanging out selling drugs. They put in a security system, where you have to
punch in a code. But one guy kicked that in, and now they don’t even secure it anymore. “Ebony’s
getting older,” she added. “It was just time to go. It was time to go.” Construction may take up to a
year, but they’ve already started picking out paint colors and putting furniture on layaway, paying
a little at a time until it’s theirs. “I’m excited about it all,” Whitehead said. “I’m excited to learn new
things, to be a homeowner, to get to know all my neighbors, to buy furniture on layaway. I’m excited
about everything.” “I will be so proud to be a homeowner. I just can’t wait. I can’t even wait to do my
300 hours of sweat equity. I cannot wait!”
Whitehead is a patient access associate at Howard University Hospital, while Ebony attends a charter
school on campus. The seventh-grader already has a lofty career goal: “I want to be a Supreme
Court Justice,” she said. Ebony, who practices tae kwon do in her spare time, is in her school’s high
achievement program, which gives good students all the tools they need to get into top colleges.
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Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter Work Project D.C. 2010 Sponsors
Without the generous support from our Sponsors this project would not be possible. We
offer our sincere gratitude to each of our national and local level Sponsors for choosing to
support Habitat for Humanity’s efforts to eliminate poverty housing and homelessness in
the Nation’s Capital, and worldwide.
Archstone
Archstone is a recognized leader in apartment operations with a portfolio concentrated in
many of the most desirable neighborhoods in the nation. Archstone has been a national
partner with Habitat for Humanity since 1999. Their partnership with Habitat is a natural
extension of what they do best – providing exceptional homes to families across the country.
During the past nine years, Archstone and its associates have contributed both time and
money to help build 70 homes for deserving families.
Arnold & Porter LLP
Practicing in more than 25 distinct areas of the law, Arnold & Porter, LLP conducts business
on six continents. Their global reach, experience, and deep knowledge allow them to work
across geographic, cultural, technological, and ideological borders, serving clients whose
business needs require US, EU, or cross-border regulatory, litigation, and transactional
services. Arnold & Porter LLP lawyers and other professionals are often distinguished by
having a deep and rich history of prior government service. Arnold & Porter LLP has one
of the world’s leading law firm pro bono programs. Arnold & Porter is the only law firm
in the country currently recognized by FORTUNE’s “100 Best Companies to Work For” list,
Working Mother’s “100 Best Companies” list, and The American Lawyer’s “A-List” of the
nation’s top 20 law firms. This distinction, which they are proud of and will work diligently
to maintain, reflects their continued commitment to excellence in the practice of law and
strong core values focusing on individuality, diversity, and pro bono work.
Bank of America Charitable Foundation
Working in partnership with community leaders, Bank of America’s local market leadership
directs the majority of their giving through local grants that address pressing social,
economic, and cultural needs in communities around the world. In addition, Bank of
America partners with national organizations such as Habitat for Humanity International to
direct resources to local communities. Through their signature philanthropic program, the
Neighborhood Excellence Initiative®, they have enhanced nonprofits’ ability to serve more
individuals and families in need. Their philanthropic approach is to create a positive impact
in our communities today by investing in neighborhoods for the future.
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CalStar Products, Inc.
CalStar Products, Inc. develops and manufactures sustainable building products that allow
green architects and specifiers to dramatically reduce the energy and CO2 footprint of their
projects and incorporate significant recycled materials, without compromising building
performance or budgets.
CalStar’s mission encompasses national priorities of supporting energy independence,
mitigating climate change, preserving natural resources, recycling industrial by-products,
and creating green jobs.
Citi Foundation
Citigroup Inc is a major American financial services company based in New York, NY. It has
the world’s largest financial services network, spanning 140 countries with approximately
16,000 offices worldwide. The company employs approximately 260,000 staff around the
world, and holds over 200 million customer accounts in more than 140 countries. It is a
primary dealer in US Treasury securities.
The Citi Foundation is committed to the economic empowerment of individuals and
families, particularly those in need, in the communities where we work so that they can
improve their standard of living.
The Dow Chemical Company
Dow combines the power of science and technology with the “Human Element” to
passionately innovate what is essential to human progress. The Company connects chemistry
and innovation with the principles of sustainability to help address many of the world’s
most challenging problems such as the need for clean water, renewable energy generation
and conservation, and increasing agricultural productivity. The Company’s more than 5,000
products are manufactured at 214 sites in 37 countries. Dow lends support to Habitat in
many ways, including house sponsorship, product donation, and employee volunteer work
crews at builds around the world. Since 1983, Dow has provided nearly $11 million in
funding and more than $25 million in gift-in-kind support toward the construction of more
than 25,000 Habitat houses in nearly 20 countries, with scores of Dow volunteers helping
families around the world realize their dreams of home ownership. Dow also is working
with Habitat by serving as a subject-matter expert in energy efficiency and conservation in
the construction of homes. Dow employees support Habitat as donors and commit their
professional skills as Habitat affiliate board members and construction volunteers.
Fannie Mae
Fannie Mae is a government-sponsored enterprise (GSE) chartered by Congress with a
mission to provide liquidity, stability and affordability to the U.S. housing and mortgage
markets. Washington, D.C. has been Fannie Mae’s hometown for 70 years and continues to
be a community where they invest their charitable dollars. In the Washington Metropolitan
area, Fannie Mae supports organizations helping to prevent foreclosures, build and preserve
affordable housing and prevent and end homelessness.
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Freddie Mac
Freddie Mac, one of America’s biggest buyers of home mortgages, is a stockholder-owned
corporation chartered by Congress in 1970 to keep money flowing to mortgage lenders
in support of homeownership and rental housing. Freddie Mac’s mission is to provide
liquidity, stability and affordability to the housing market. Congress defined this mission
in their 1970 charter, which lays the foundation of their business and the ideals that power
their goals. Through Freddie Mac’s “Home Team” volunteer program and a partnership
with the Washington, D.C. Habitat for Humanity their employees help create stable homes
and neighborhoods in the D.C. area.
Kohler
Since 1873, Kohler Co. has been improving the lives of its customers with exceptional
products and services. Their diversity of products and powerful portfolio of brands lead
the way in design, craftsmanship, and innovation. Kohler is a renowned leader in each of
its four business groups: kitchen and bath, global power, interiors, and hospitality and real
estate. During the past 15 years, Kohler Co. has provided more than 43,000 kitchen and
bath products for Habitat for Humanity homes.
Local Initiatives Support Corporation
The Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) is dedicated to helping community residents
transform distressed neighborhoods into healthy and sustainable communities of choice
and opportunity — good places to work, do business and raise children. For almost three
decades, LISC has connected local organizations and community leaders with resources
to revitalize neighborhoods and improve quality of life. The LISC model assembles private
and public resources and directs it to locally-defined priorities.
Lowe’s
Lowe’s has been helping customers improve the places they call home for more than 60
years. Lowe’s operates more than 1,700 stores in the United States, Canada and Mexico. In
2009, Lowe’s earned several notable industry distinctions, including being ranked 42 on the
Fortune 500 and the first winner of the Energy Star Sustained Excellence Award in Retail.
Lowe’s is building brighter tomorrows through a longstanding commitment to safe and
affordable housing. Their support includes a new five-year, $20 million pledge to Habitat
for Humanity International.
Marriott International
MARRIOTT INTERNATIONAL, INC. (NYSE:MAR) is a leading lodging company with more
than 3,400 lodging properties in 70 countries and territories. The company is headquartered
in Bethesda, Maryland, USA, and had approximately 137,000 employees at 2009 year-end.
It is recognized by FORTUNE® as one of the best companies to work for, and by Newsweek
as one of the greenest big companies in America. In fiscal year 2009, Marriott International
reported sales from continuing operations of nearly $11 billion. For more information or
reservations, please visit our web site at www.marriott.com, and for the latest company
news, visit www.marriottnewscenter.com.
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NeighborWorks America
NeighborWorks America is a national nonprofit organization created by Congress to provide
financial support, technical assistance, and training for community-based revitalization
efforts. Their network comprises more than 230 community-based organizations in 50
states creating healthy communities through the work of thousands of residents, business
people, government officials and other partners. Through their local affiliate Manna,
NeighborWorks America provides training and education for new Habitat for Humanity
homeowners. Manna is one of several organizations in addition to Habitat for Humanity
of Washington, D.C. that has received grants to develop affordable housing units in the
Ivy City community. NeighborWorks America is the official sponsor of the JRCWP 2010
Sponsors Luncheon.
Nissan North America
In North America Nissan’s operations include automotive styling, engineering, consumer
and corporate financing, sales and marketing, distribution and manufacturing. Nissan is
dedicated to improving the environment under the Nissan Green Program 2010 and has
been recognized as a 2010 ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year by the U.S Environmental
Protection Agency. More information on Nissan in North America and the complete line
of Nissan and Infiniti vehicles can be found online at www.NissanUSA.com and www.
InfinitiUSA.com.
Promontory Financial Group
Promontory Financial Group is the premier consulting firm for global financial services
companies. Promontory’s mission is to solve problems: those their clients face today and
those they are likely to face in the future. Promontory’s global headquarters is located on
Pennsylvania Avenue in the heart of Washington, D.C. Recently, Promontory Financial Group
donated $250,000 to Habitat for Humanity International to help families in Washington,
D.C., New York City, and San Francisco build affordable and sustainable homes.
PRTM
Since 1976, PRTM has created a competitive advantage for its clients by changing the
way companies operate. PRTM’s management consultants work with senior executives to
develop and implement innovative operational strategies that deliver breakthrough results.
The firm is a leader in operational strategy, supply chain, product development, and
customer value management. PRTM has 19 offices worldwide and serves major industry
and global public sectors. Visit www.prtm.com.
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Rock Creek Productions
Rock Creek Productions, Inc. is an award winning, in-demand media production
company with over two decades of experience specializing in high-definition video
production and serving a variety of government, corporate, broadcast, and non-profit
clients. Their mission is to provide high quality, creative products that exceed client
expectations and connect with their audience. As filmmakers, their philosophy is
to look at every project from a cinematic perspective, emphasizing the art of visual
storytelling. Rock Creek appreciates the opportunity to contribute their services to
Habitat’s mission. For more information please visit them online at www.rock-creek.com
The Lafarge Group
The world leader in building materials, with top-ranking positions in all of its businesses:
Cement, Aggregates & Concrete and Gypsum, with 78,000 employees in 78 countries.
Lafarge North America Inc., a Lafarge Group company, is the largest diversified supplier
of construction materials in the United States and Canada. In 2010 and for the sixth year in
a row, the Lafarge Group was listed in the “Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations in
the World”. With the world’s leading building materials research facility, the Lafarge Group
places innovation at the heart of its priorities, working for sustainable construction and
architectural creativity. Lafarge and its employees are committed to giving back to the
communities where they live and operate. They do this through countless local partnerships
and some strategic national partnerships with organizations like Habitat for Humanity. Through their partnership with Habitat for Humanity they have worked to provide up to
300 housing units for low income families since 2005.
The World Bank
The World Bank is a vital source of financial and technical assistance to developing countries
around the world. Their mission is to fight poverty with passion and professionalism for
lasting results and to help people help themselves and their environment by providing
resources, sharing knowledge, building capacity, and forging partnerships in the public and
private sectors. The World Bank was established in 1944 and headquartered in Washington,
D.C. They have more than 10,000 employees in more than 100 offices worldwide. In
November 2005, World Bank employees helped build houses with Habitat for Humanity
in Washington, DC. Habitat co-sponsored the construction of 51 house frames. The frames
were sent to the southern United States to provide homes for families displaced by the Gulf
hurricanes of 2005.
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Tile Partners for Humanity
Tile Partners for Humanity was formed in December, 2002 when Curt Rapp ofTheTile Doctor
and Gray LaFortune of the Ceramic Tile Institute of America realized that the industry’s
excess tile disposed of in landfills could be put to much better use. They worked with
Habitat for Humanity International (HFHI) to create the partnership which serves to utilize
this excess inventory, raise awareness of HFHI within the industry and to solicit donations
of materials, labor and other support for HFHI. TPFH is also proud to partner with other
non-profit organizations who would like to use ceramic tile for the projects.
The mission of TPFH is to enable donations of tile, tile-related materials, and labor to
non-profit organizations such as Habitat for Humanity to strengthen communities and
improve lives.
In 2002, TPFH made a 5-year pledge to Habitat for Humanity on behalf of the tile industry to
donate more than $1.25M of tile, tile materials and labor to HFHI and more than doubled
that goal. In 2008, TPFH made a new 5-year pledge to Habitat for Humanity of $2.5M in
donations and are proud to announce that they have met and exceeded this pledge in June,
2010. Since 2003, TPFH has donated more than $18M in tile and related materials to Habitat
for Humanity and other nonprofit organizations.
Trico Lift
Tool Sponsor Trico Lift has been renting, selling and servicing equipment for nearly 60
years. The company specializes in aerial work platforms and serves the Northeast,
Mid-Atlantic, Midwest and Gulf region markets. Its equipment fleet is made up primarily of
boom lifts, scissor lifts and rough terrain forklifts and has been ranked among the top 20 in
North America and among the top 50 lift fleets in the world. Headquartered in New Jersey
since its origin in the 1950’s, Trico Lift branches can now be found near the metropolitan
areas of New York City, Philadelphia, Washington D.C., Baltimore, Harrisburg, Cincinnati,
Houston and San Antonio. In addition to the construction, facilities maintenance and
manufacturing markets, many diverse companies count on its fleet to access higher work
areas. This equipment leader has received industry recognition for its safety and operator
training programs including a Contractor Merit Safety Award presented by the National
Petrochemical & Refiners Association for Trico Lift’s safe work performance. Trico Lift’s five
company goals focus not only on safety and reliability, but also customers, community
and return on investment. Habitat for Humanity is chief among Trico Lift’s benefactors. The
company is proud to support Habitat on both the national and local levels.
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US Airways
US Airways, along with US Airways Shuttle and US Airways Express, operates more than
3,200 flights per day and serves more than 200 communities in the U.S., Canada, Mexico,
Europe, the Middle East, the Caribbean, Central and South America. The airline employs
more than 31,000 aviation professionals worldwide and is a member of the Star Alliance
network, which offers its customers more than 19,700 daily flights to 1,077 airports in 175
countries. Together with its US Airways Express partners, the airline serves approximately
80 million passengers each year and operates hubs in Charlotte, N.C., Philadelphia and
Phoenix, and a focus city in Washington, D.C. at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.
And for the 11th consecutive year, the airline received a Diamond Award for maintenance
training excellence from the Federal Aviation Administration for its Charlotte hub line
maintenance facility. For more company information, visit usairways.com. (LCCG)
Valspar
The Valspar Corporation is one of the largest global coatings manufacturers in the world,
providing coatings and coating intermediates to a wide variety of customers. Since 1806,
Valspar has been dedicated to bringing customers the latest innovations, the finest quality,
and the best customer service in the coatings industry. In the United States, Valspar is
the national paint sponsor for Habitat for Humanity International, donating more than $35
million in cash and in-kind contributions. Valspar is also the driving force behind A Brush
With Kindness, an innovative urban revitalization program with Habitat for Humanity that
is transforming neighborhoods by painting home exteriors and providing minor repairs
and landscaping for low income families, disabled people, and senior citizens.
Wachovia, a Wells Fargo Company
Wachovia is a Wells Fargo company. Wells Fargo & Company is a diversified financial
services company providing banking, insurance, investments, mortgage, and consumer
and commercial finance through more than 10,000 stores and 12,000 ATMs and the Internet
and across North America and internationally. Wells Fargo invests financial capital and,
more importantly, human and social capital, thanks to thousands of caring team members
who are local community leaders and volunteers. In 2009, they invested $202 million in
18,000 nonprofits nationwide, surpassing $200 million for the second year in a row. That’s
an average of $553,425 every single day to nonprofits supporting education, community
development, human services, the arts and the environment.
Whirlpool Corporation
Whirlpool manufactures appliances across all major categories, including fabric care,
cooking, refrigeration, dishwashers, countertop appliances, garage organization and water
filtration. Through their partnership with Habitat for Humanity, they have worked to bring
about more opportunities to address the issue of sub-standard housing. Their support
began in 1999 with the donation of a range and an Energy Star qualified refrigerator to
every Habitat for Humanity home built in North America through a five-year, $25 million
commitment to the organization. In 2005, they expanded their commitment by announcing
plans to support every Habitat home built globally by 2011, either through product donations,
cash, volunteering or home sponsorship.
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JRCWP D.C. 2010 VOLUNTEER SCHEDULE
Schedule for Sunday, October 3rd Registration & Orientation 2:00-5:00 pm
Dinner with House Leaders encouraged
Schedule for Monday, October 4th
7:00 AM – House leaders arrive at construction site; volunteers begin to arrive at staging
area
7:30 AM – Welcome Remarks begin at staging area
8:10 AM – House Leaders take groups to begin construction
11:30 AM – Break for lunch:
 Volunteers have lunch provided under staging area tent
 Busses take Sponsor lunch attendees to Kellogg Conference Center/Gallaudet
1:15 PM – All volunteers have returned to sites and work resumes
1:45 PM – Prep for Carter House photos begins
2:30 PM – Carters break for house photos/house groups to be in place for their photos at
designated times, returning to work immediately after.
Approximate times for house photos:
2:30 – Staff Photo, main staging area
2:33 – Houses 1 & 2 Photo, rear of build site (by staging area)
2:38 – Houses 5 & 6 Photo, front of build site (Providence St.)
2:42 – Houses 7 & 8 Photo, front of build site (Providence St.)
2:45 – Houses 3 & 4 Photo, front of build site (Providence St.)
2:50 – Houses 11 &12 Photo, front of House # 11 -- 1941 Capitol St.
(Volunteers from Corcoran House to move for photo)
2:55 – Houses 9 & 10, front of build site at 1955 Capitol St.
3:40 PM – House Leaders call for clean-up
4:00 PM – Work day ends for volunteers
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Tuesday-Friday, October 5th-8th Build Schedule
7:30 AM - Volunteers who did not attend orientation report to staging area to register
7:45 AM - Volunteers arrive at staging area
8:00 AM – House leaders take groups to begin construction
11:30 AM –Group 1 breaks for lunch
12:15 PM – Group 2 breaks for lunch
12:40 PM – All volunteers have returned to sites and work resumes
3:45 PM – House Leaders call for clean-up
4:00 PM – House Leaders conclude build day with volunteers
5:00 PM-8:00 PM Wednesday October 6th JRCWP Volunteer Happy Hour
Oktoberfest Happy Hour for JRCWP 2010 Volunteers at Biergarten Haus including food and
drink specials, music & raffles. Show your JRCWP wristband for one complimentary beer
upon entry. Feel free to bring friends and family. Biergarten Haus is located at 1355 H Street
NE within short driving distance from the Ivy City build sites.
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Transportation
Please plan to arrive at the Staging Area on the corner of Central Place and Gallaudet
Streets NE prior to each of your scheduled volunteer shifts.
Metro
Metro maps are provided in your Volunteer bags. The trip planner on http://www.wmata.
com allows you to create detailed directions and timetables for public transportation
to and from any destinations in the Washington metropolitan area. The nearest metro
station is New York Ave/Gallaudet. If you are staying at Gallaudet University, a free shuttle
service is provided between the campus and Union Station. All volunteers with a JRCWP
DC badge will be able to use the Gallaudet shuttle service.
Bus
The D3 and D4 bus lines service Ivy City directly. Timetables and connection points for
this bus service are also available on http://www.wmata.com.
Gallaudet Shuttle Service
The shuttle picks up and drops off passengers between the Gallaudet campus and the
Florida Avenue/Gallaudet University and the Union Station Metro stops. The shuttle bus
makes 41 round trips on a daily basis Mondays through Fridays and 29 daily trips on
weekends. Each shuttle bus has the capacity to serve about 40 passengers.
Parking
Complimentary parking is available for JRCWP participants in the lot at the historic
Alexander Crummell School, located at Kendall and Gallaudet Streets, NE. Please refer to
the site map to see where to enter and exit the lot. Additional fenced parking is available
on Okie Street across from the former Hecht’s building, next to the tortilla factory on the
right side. Volunteers will be stationed near the parking lots to help with directions.
Parking at Gallaudet University
Visitors to Gallaudet University must have a valid parking permit to park on campus at
the Kellogg Center and adhere to campus parking and traffic regulations. If you are an
overnight guest you will have access to a parking permit at the hotel front desk. The guard
at the kiosk or hotel reception can provide you with a map and directions to the garage
or lot. Other visitors may obtain a temporary parking pass from the Department of Public
Safety. There may be a fee. Guests should enter through the 8th Street front gate and stop
at the kiosk for instructions.
Rental Cars
At DCA: Dollar (703) 519-8703; Enterprise (703) 684-6660; Budget (703) 872-0320
At BWI: Avis (410) 859-1680; Alamo (410)859-8092; Hertz (410) 684-7900
At Dulles: Budget (703) 437-9559; Avis (703) 661-3500; Alamo (703)661-3230
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People to Know for the JRCWP D.C. 2010
Habitat for Humanity of Washington, D.C. Staff
President & CEO
Kent Adcock
Director of Communications
Heather Phibbs
Director of Development
Richard Algra
Volunteer Services Supervisor
Jenna Widmann
Director of Construction
Dave Gano
Project Manager
Teresa Hamm
Homebuyer Services Manager
Annah Walters
Site Superintendent
Andrew Modley
Asst. Site Superintendent
Drew Trooien
Rehab Manager
Bob Fulton
Capacity Building Manager
Dennis Smyth
Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter Work Project Staff
Event Leader
Bill Moriarty
Event Leader
France Moriarty
Block Leader
Bill Lifsey
Warehouse Leader
Bob Daugherty
Warehouse Leader
Joy Daugherty
Lull Driver
Dan Garan
Contact Numbers
Main JRCWP D.C. Line
202. 882.4600 x 555
*See the JRCWP Emergency Plan section for emergency contact information
House Leaders & Assistants
House#1
House#2
Carter House#3
House#4
House#5
House#6
House #7 (Rehab)
House #8 (Rehab)
House #9 (Demo)
House #10(Demo)
House #11(Demo)
House #12(Demo)
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Jack Evans & Mert Heimstead
Bob Meyer & Doris Meyer
Lloyd Troyer & Leroy Troyer
Mike Hosey & PJ Hiner
Steve Lumpp & Ken Young
Jim Gourley & Neil Hetherington
Jimmy Sumerell & Sam Bohanon
Eliza Evans, Holly Eaton & Katie McKenna
Mike Welch
Joel Lubell & Heather Laffery
Greg Graves
Scott Robichaud
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Washington, D.C. Points of Interest
For those of you visiting Washington for the first time, or for the first time in many years,
you will find highlighted points of interest below. Visit www.washingtonian.com for a list
of events during the week of your stay. We encourage you to experience and invest in the
communities near Ivy City. An excellent source for dining and entertainment options in
the Atlas District bordering Ivy City is www.HStreet.org.
Museums and Galleries
Smithsonian Museums
National Mall area
(202) 633-5285
http://www.si.edu/museums
Music and Performing Arts
The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts
2700 F Street
Tickets and Information: (800) 444-1324 or (202)-467-4600
http://www.kennedy-center.org/index.cfm
Oct. 3: “Shear Maness” 7 pm
Oct. 6: Les Ballets Trocadero de Monte Carlo 8 pm
Cirque du Soleil’s OVO
At the Plateau at National Harbor
http://www.cirquedusoleil.com
Tuesday-Saturday 8:00 pm
The 9:30 Club
815 V St NW
http://www.930.com/concerts/
Flora and Fauna
The National Arboretum
Two entrances: 3501 New York Avenue, NE, and
24th & R Streets, NE, off Bladensburg Road
http://www.usna.usda.gov/index.html
US Botanical Gardens
100 Maryland Avenue SW
(202) 225-8333
http://www.usbg.gov
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National Zoological Park
3001 Connecticut Avenue NW
(202) 633-4800
http://nationalzoo.si.edu
Tours & Outdoor Markets
United States Capitol Tour
(202) 226-8000
http://www.visitthecapitol.gov/index.html
The Flea Market at Eastern Market
7th Street SE
Sunday October 3, 2010 at 10am – 5pm
http://www.easternmarket.net
Athletics
Washington Nationals vs. New York Mets
October 1-3
Tickets: http://washington.nationals.mlb.com/index.jsp?c_id=was
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Jimmy & Rosalynn Carter Work Project DC 2010
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT PLAN
Ivy City, Washington, D.C.
Top 4 circumstances in District of Columbia that could precipitate work-site evacuation:
 Severe Weather
 Civil Unrest
 Fire
 Gas Leak/Hazardous Materials Spill
This plan describes procedures for handling such potential threats, communications and
transportation processes, and leadership and volunteer responsibilities.
In the event of an emergency during a construction work day, the evacuation signal will
be announced via “three long air horn blasts”. All volunteers, contractors, vendors and
staff will be directed toward the appropriate worksite exits. After exiting the worksite, all
volunteers shall quickly, and in an orderly manner, proceed to the pre-work staging/eating
area unless otherwise directed. Further instructions will be provided there.
Primary Local Evacuation Sites:
In the event of severe weather/fire/gas leak: 1830 Providence St. (Meeting House) or the
basement of 1825 Corcoran St. (Demolition Site #12).
In the event of Civil Unrest: Go to the nearest steel trailer/container.
Site Incident Commanders:
First Aid/Emergency Staff Contact:
New Construction Homes 1 & 2:
New Construction Homes 3 & 4:
New Construction Homes 7 & 8:
Rehab Homes 5 & 6:
Demolition Sites 9,10,11 &12:
Logistics/Event Staff:
Teresa Hamm (240) 753-3890
Andrew Trooien
Andrew Modley
Bill Liffsey
Bob Fulton
Joel Lubell
Heather Phibbs
Emergency Contact Numbers:
In case of an emergency at any location, first call 911
District 5 Police Department: (202) 698-0150
Fire Department of Trinidad : (202) 673-3210
EMT Response: Contact Niggora Moye - cell: 410-984-1707 /office: 410-290-8000
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NEIGHBORHOOD GUIDE TO DINING OUT IN WASHINGTON DC
Ivy City is encompassed by several exciting Washington neighborhoods including The H
Street Corridor, which has undergone significant revitalization since 2002, and historic
Union Station. Visit Eastern Market on the weekend to experience a favorite feature of
Washington life.
Adams Morgan
Amsterdam Falafelshop
2425 18th St NW
www.falafelshop.com
The Diner & Tryst
2453 18th St NW & 2459 18th St NW
www.trystdc.com/diner
202.232.5500
Casa Oaxaca – Oaxacan Mexican
2106 18th St NW
202.387.2272
www.oaxacaindc.com
Cashion’s Eat Place
1819 Columbia Rd NW
www.cashionseatplace.com
202.797.1819
Himalayan Heritage
2305 18th St NW
202.483.9300
www.himalayanheritagedc.com
Lebanese Taverna
2641 Connecticut Ave NW
202.265.8681
www.lebanesetaverna.com
Atlas District/ H Street
The Argonaut
1433 H Street NE
202.397.1416
www.argonautdc.com
Sticky Rice
1224 H Street NE
202.397.7655
www.stickyricedc.com
Biergarten Haus
1355 H Street NE
202.388.4085
http://biergartenhaus.com
Taylor
1116 H Street NE
202.684.7001
www.taylorgourmet.com
Granville Moore’s
1238 H Street NE
202.399.2546
www.granvillemoores.com
Tropicana Eatery
1016 H Street NE
202.388.7900
www.tropicanaeatery.com
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Capitol Hill
Art and Soul
415 New Jersey Ave NW
202.393.7777
www.artandsouldc.com
Sonoma
223 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE
202.544.8088
www.sonomadc.com
Bistro Bis
15 E Street NW
202.661.2700
www.bistrobis.com
Taqueria Nacional
400 N. Capitol Street NW
202.737.7070
www.taquerianational.com
City Zen
1330 Maryland Avenue SW
202.787.6006
www.mandarinoriental.com
Montmarte
327 Seventh Street SE
202.544.1244
www.montmartredc.com
Dupont Circle
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Bistro du Coin
1738 Connecticut Avenue, NW
202.234.6969
http://bistrotducoin.com/
Raku – an Asian Diner
1900 Q Street NW
202.265.7258
www.rakuasiandining.com
Dolcezza – artisanal gelato
1704 Connecticut Ave NW
202.299.9116
http://dolcezzagelato.com
Sette Osteria
1666 Connecticut Avenue NW
202.483.3070
www.setteosteria.com
Komi
1509 17th St NW
202.332.9200
www.komirestaurant.com
Sushi Taro
1503 17th St NW
202.462-8999
www.sushitaro.com
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Georgetown
Citronelle
3000 M Street NW
202.625.2150
http://www.citronelledc.com
Pizzeria Paradiso
3282 M St., NW
202.337.1245
http://www.pizzeriaparadiso.com/
Hook
3241 M Street NW
202.625.4488
http://www.hookdc.com
Zed’s Ethiopian
1201 28th Street NW
202.333.4710
http://www.zeds.net/
Mie en Yu
3125 m Street NW
202.333.6122
www.mienyu.com
Mendocino Grill
2917 M Street, NW
202.333.2912
http://www.mendocinodc.com
Metro Center
Adour
923 16th Street NW
202.509.8000
www.adour-washingtondc.com
Co Co Sala
929 F Street NW
(202) 347.4265
www.cocosala.com
Au Bon Pain
1299 Pennsylvania Ave NW
202.783.9601
Old Ebbitt
675 15 Street NW
202.347.4800
www.ebbitt.com
Brasserie Beck
1101 K Street NW
202.408.1717
www.beckdc.com
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Tosca Ristorante
1112 F St. NW
202.367.1990
www.toscadc.com
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Matchbox
713 H Street NW
202.289.4441
www.matachboxdc.com
Zeytinya
701 9th Street NW
202.638.0800
www.zaytinya.com
Proof
775 G Street NW
202.737.7663
www.proofdc.com
Rasika
633 D Street NW
202.637.1222
www.rasikarestaurant.com
Oyamel
401 7th Street NW
202.628.1005
www.oyamel.com
Marrakesh
617 New York Ave NW
202.393.9393
www.marrakesh.us
U Street & Logan Circle
202.265.1751
www.barpilar.com
Crème Café
1322 U Street NW
202.234.1885
www.cremedc.com
Ben’s Chili Bowl
1213 U Street NW
202.667.0909
http://www.benschilibowl.com
Dukem
1114 U Street NW
202.667.8375
www.dukemrestaurant.com
Bus Boys and Poets
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Release and Waiver of Liability
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY!
THIS IS A LEGAL DOCUMENT THAT AFFECTS YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS!
This Release and Waiver of Liability (the “Release”) is executed on this ___ day of _______________,
20___, by ____________________________, (the “Volunteer”), in favor of Habitat for Humanity
International Inc., a nonprofit corporation existing under the laws of the State of Georgia,
USA, Habitat for Humanity of Washington, D.C., and any other Habitat for Humanity affiliated
organizations, the District, and their directors, officers, trustees, employees, volunteers and
agents (collectively, “Habitat and Partners”).
I, the Volunteer, desire to work as a volunteer for Habitat and Partners and engage in the activities
related to being a volunteer (“Activities”). I understand that my Activities may include but are
not limited to the following: working in the Habitat for Humanity offices or Habitat for Humanity
ReStore operations; traveling to and from work sites, towns, cities or countries; consuming food
available or provided; living in housing provided for volunteers; constructing and rehabilitating
residential buildings; and other construction-related activities.
I, the Volunteer, hereby freely, voluntarily and without duress execute this Release under the
following terms:
Release and Waiver. I, the Volunteer, do hereby release and forever discharge and hold harmless
Habitat and Partners and their successors and assigns from any and all liability, claims and
demands of whatever kind or nature, either in law or in equity, which arise or may hereafter
arise from my Activities with Habitat and Partners.
I understand and acknowledge that this Release discharges Habitat and Partners from any
liability or claim that I may have against Habitat and Partners with respect to any bodily injury,
personal injury, illness, death or property damage that may result from my Activities with
Habitat and Partners, whether caused by the negligence of Habitat and Partners or their officers,
directors, employees, agents or otherwise. I also understand that Habitat and Partners do not
assume any responsibility for or obligation to provide financial assistance or other assistance,
including but not limited to medical, health or disability insurance in the event of injury, illness,
death or property damage.
It is the policy of Habitat for Humanity that children under the age of 16 are not allowed on
a Habitat for Humanity work site while construction is in progress. It is further the policy of
Habitat for Humanity that, while children between the ages of 16 and 18 may be allowed to
participate in construction work, ultra hazardous activity such as using power tools, excavation,
demolition or working on rooftops is not permitted by anyone under the age of 18.
Medical Treatment. I, the Volunteer, do hereby release and forever discharge Habitat and
Partners from any claim or action whatsoever which arises or may hereafter arise on account
of any first aid, treatment or service rendered in connection with my Activities with Habitat and
Partners.
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If the Volunteer is less than 18 years of age (a “minor”), the Volunteer and the parents having
legal custody and/or the legal guardians of the Volunteer (the “Guardians”) also hereby release
and forever discharge Habitat and Partners from any claim whatsoever which arises or may
hereafter arise on account of the decision by any representative or agent of Habitat and Partners
to exercise the power to consent to medical or dental treatment as such power may be granted
and authorized in a Parental Authorization for Treatment of a Minor Child.
Assumption of the Risk. I, the Volunteer, understand that my Activities may include work that
may be hazardous to me, including, but not limited to, the following: construction; loading and
unloading; travel to and from the work sites; and exposure to lead and mold, which may cause
or worsen certain illnesses, especially if I do not wear protective equipment, am exposed for
extended periods of time, or have a pre-existing immune system deficiency.
I also understand there is some inherent risk in consuming local foods and living in local
accommodations in the city(ies) or country(ies) visited. I further understand I may be traveling
to and from locations where there is a risk of terrorism, war, insurrection, criminal activities,
inclement weather or other circumstances that could threaten my health or safety. I also
understand that it is the policy of Habitat and Partners to not pay ransom or make any other
payments to secure the release of hostages.
I hereby expressly and specifically assume the risk of injury or harm in the Activities and release
Habitat and Partners from all liability for any loss, cost, expense, injury, illness, death or property
damage resulting directly or indirectly from the Activities.
Insurance. I, the Volunteer, understand that, except as otherwise agreed to by Habitat and
Partners in writing, Habitat and Partners are under no obligation to provide, carry or maintain
health, medical, travel, disability or other insurance coverage for any Volunteer. Each Volunteer
is expected and encouraged to obtain his or her own health, medical, travel, disability or other
insurance coverage.
Photographic Release. I, the Volunteer, do hereby grant and convey unto Habitat and Partners
all right, title and interest in any and all photographic images and video or audio recordings
made by Habitat and Partners during my Activities with Habitat and Partners, including, but
not limited to, any royalties, proceeds or other benefits derived from such photographs or
recordings.
Other. I, the Volunteer, expressly agree that this Release is intended to be as broad and inclusive
as permitted by the laws of the State of Georgia, USA, and that this Release shall be governed
by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of Georgia, USA. I further agree that
in the event any clause or provision of this Release shall be held to be invalid by any court of
competent jurisdiction, the invalidity of such clause or provision shall not otherwise affect the
remaining clauses or provisions of this Release, which shall continue to be enforceable. Further,
a waiver of a right under this Release does not prevent the exercise of any other right.
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To express my understanding of this Release, I sign here with a witness.
Volunteer: Name (please print): --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Signature: ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Address: ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Phone: (H) --------------------------------------------------- (C) ----------------------------------------------------------E-mail: --------------------------------------------------------------- Date of Birth: -------------------------------------Witness: Name (please print): -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Signature: ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------IMPORTANT: If the Volunteer is less than 18 years of age, both parents or guardians must also
sign thisRelease and Waiver of Liability with a witness. Also, both parents or guardians must
complete the“Parental Authorization for Treatment of, and Travel With, a Minor Child” on the
following page. If only one parent or guardian executes this Release on behalf of a Volunteer
who is under 18 years of age, then the undersigned parent or guardian of the Volunteer hereby
covenants, warrants, represents and agrees that he or she is executing this Release on behalf
of, and as an agent for, any other individual who may be a parent or guardian of the Volunteer,
and that by executing this Release, the undersigned is binding himself/herself, the Volunteer,
and any other parent or guardian of the Volunteer, and all of their heirs, executors, personal
representatives, assigns and estates to this Release.
Parent/Guardian: Name (please print): ____________________________________________________
Signature: ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Address: ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Witness: Name (please print): -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Signature: ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Parent/Guardian: Name (please print): ____________________________________________________
Signature: ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Address: ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Witness: Name (please print): -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Signature: ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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Name: _______________________________________________ Relationship: _________________________
Address: ___________________________________________________________________________________
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Phone: (H)_____________________________________ (C/W)______________________________________
E-mail: ____________________________________________________________________________________
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PARENTAL AUTHORIZATION FOR TREATMENT OF, AND TRAVEL WITH, A MINOR CHILD
I, __________________________________, am the parent or legal guardian having custody
of __________________________________, a minor child. As such parent or legal guardian, I hereby
authorize and appoint ________________________________, an adult in whose care the minor child
has been entrusted or a duly authorized agent of Habitat for Humanity International, Inc., as my
agent to act for me with respect to my minor child and in my name in any way I could act in person
to make any and all decisions for me with respect to my minor child, _________________________,
concerning my minor child’s personal care, medical treatment, hospitalization, and health care
and to require, withhold or withdraw any type of medical treatment or procedure, including X-ray
examination, anesthetic, medical or surgical diagnosis or treatment which may be rendered to
my minor child under the general or special supervision and on the advice of any physician or
surgeon licensed to practice in the state in which treatment is sought. My agent shall have the
same access to my minor child’s medical records that I have, including the right to disclose the
contents to others.
Also, I hereby authorize and appoint my agent to travel with my minor child to [insert
location], and for my minor child to serve as a volunteer with [insert organization], and to help
construct houses on a voluntary basis, without compensation.
___________________________________
1) Parent or Guardian:
___________________________________
Witness:
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Date:
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2) Parent or Guardian:
___________________________________
Witness:
________
Date:
This PARENTAL AUTHORIZATION FORTREATMENT OF, ANDTRAVEL WITH, A MINOR CHILD sworn to and subscribed
before me by _______________________ and ________________________, the Parent(s) or Legal
Guardian(s) of ________________________, a minor child, this ____ day of _________________,
20______
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