25 days, 25 stories: Being a Part of Something Better

Each day from October 5 to October 29, 2009 we will be posting a new story in celebration of Habitat for Humanity of Omaha’s 25th anniversary. These stories have come to us from people who have been involved with Habitat Omaha in a variety of ways at some point in the past 25 years. We hope that you enjoy these reflections, some old and some new, about Habitat Omaha and that they inspire or renew the spirit of service in you. If you have a story of your own that you would like to share please send it to us at buildinghope.omaha@gmail.com.

 

Being Part of Something Better

 

I was doing community service for a program called Arbor. At Arbor we did many different projects. One of the projects was calling Habitat volunteers to let them know about a volunteer appreciation dinner that they were invited to. That was my first experience with Habitat.

A few weeks later, Arbor put up an ad for a volunteer office assistant. I was so excited! I jumped at the chance to come to Habitat. I wanted to help with something that will help make a difference in the community.

I have been volunteering for Habitat for 10 months. I really enjoy the dedication that I see from the staff at Habitat. What made me come to Habitat to volunteer was my need to be a part of something better. I feel we still have a long way to go to make a big difference, but it is a start and I am happy and inspired to be a part of Habitat for Humanity. Thank you all for making me feel welcome.

Keturah Wright
Volunteer Office Assistant
Habitat for Humanity of Omaha

 

 

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