By Mark Hopkinson
West Palm Beach, Fl. June 1, 2018 – Inclement weather could not dampen the spirit of goodwill and optimism at a heartwarming ceremony as Habitat for Humanity of Palm Beach County, broke ground, May 30th to mark another significant milestone.
With support from a financial grant by the BallenIsles Charities Foundation, construction has begun on a new, affordable home for the Kenrick Wright Family – a hard-working, proud father of two young children, aged 7 and 10 years old.
The Wright Family is pictured at right. At center is Habitat for Humanity’s Board President Kerry Colvett, with BallenIsles Charities Foundation President Mark Freeman alongside BallenIsles Community Association Vice President Pat Rado. Architect David Porter is on the left.
“We were pleased to make a financial grant to this outstanding project that will provide affordable, quality housing and a sustainable community for this hard-working young man and his family,” BICF President Mark Freeman said.
On completion, this latest Habitat for Humanity of Palm Beach County home, located in West Palm Beach, will bring the total to 228 homes constructed by the non-profit organization and dedicated to deserving families.
In thanking a number of sponsors to the project, Habitat for Humanity Chief Development Officer Amy Brand paid tribute to the BallenIsles Charities Foundation for its generous Financial Grant. “This is the fourth consecutive year in a row that we have received a financial grant from The BallenIsles Charities Foundation and we are grateful for its continuous support,” she said.
At left BallenIsles Charities Foundation President Mark Freeman alongside BallenIsles Community Association Vice President Pat Rado, join the Wright family in front of a sign dedicated to the project’s sponsors.
Habitat for Humanity, Palm Beach County is a non-profit organization dedicated to the elimination of substandard housing by building decent, affordable houses for working families who also volunteer on the construction.
The BallenIsles Charities Foundation’s Grant to Habitat for Humanity, Palm Beach County, is one of forty-six grants, totaling a record $575,000 awarded this year. Since its formation by BallenIsles residents, with a mission of “Making a Difference” in the community, more than $2.3 million has been awarded in financial grants to local non-profits and civic organizations.
About BallenIsles Country Club
As a Distinguished Club, BallenIsles Country Club is renowned for its superb level of service. It will soon feature a newly-renovated 114,900 square foot clubhouse and a 62,000 square foot sports complex with a spa and salon, fitness center, world-class tennis facilities and swimming pools. The award-winning club has three 18-hole championship golf courses, including its famed East Course where Jack Nicklaus and many other golf legends originally qualified for the PGA Tour. Managed by Troon Privé, BallenIsles is a fully private, member-owned club with an array of best-in-class amenities. For more information visit www.BallenIsles.org.
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