2011 Apple Dome Auction

Habitat for Humanity, Nova Scotia, Annapolis Valley Project “Building Dreams” Auction

Habitat for Humanity, Nova Scotia, Annapolis Valley Project held their second annual auction on June 11th at the Apple Dome in Berwick. To say it was a success would be an understatement. Attendance alone was triple that of last year and money raised was over double. The atmosphere was wonderful with warmth from the generosity and willingness to help, the Valley is so famous for.

The two families which have been selected to purchase the first HFH duplex, located in Wolfville were on hand to help with the work at the auction. Having both speak to the crowd was defining highlight of the evening. It allowed those who may not know about Habitat’s goals to understand what a difference it makes in families lives when they are provided with a “Hand Up not a Hand Out”. Many local businesses and their employees were present, purchasing full tables—Michelin, TD, RBC, Exit Reality, Donna Conrad, Berwick Building Supplies, Rafuse Mechanical, Town of Wolfville, Village of New Minas, J.A.G Trusses, and Kings Mutual. Local businesses open their hearts when we asked for donations and the result was simply amazing, bringing in well over 200 wonderful items to help us raise necessary funds to finish this first Habitat build in the Valley. With the excellent skills of Bobbie Best as auctioneer, the great food of the Berwick Lions, the wine from Jost Winery, and the help of over 12 Habitat willing volunteers, the evening was an incredible achievement of like minded Valley folk coming together to help build better communities.

Habitat for Humanity, NS, Annapolis Valley is continuing their build and invites all to join us. From helping at the build site, to working at one of the fundraising events, we need you! If you would like more information, please email  habitatav@gmail.com and visit our web site at www.habitatav.ca

Working with Habitat is an experience you will not soon forget and there is no doubt the Valley’s people have opened their hearts and come together forging a partnership which hopefully will endure providing the working poor with a safe, decent, affordable place to call home!