Pillars of Independence, is one of HBF’s most crucial annual fundraising campaigns. Pillars of Independence involves an easy scheduled monthly donation that helps ensure HBF has consistent and reliable funds to continue to complete life-changing projects. In honor of HBF’s 29th year, we are asking for donations of $29. All projects are completed by the HBF’s committed pool of …
Pinkard Construction Co. was founded by James W. Pinkard in 1962. And since that time the company has completed a lot of projects in Colorado. This year they built a special project for HBF and participated in Blitz Build for the first time. The crew installed a ramp in Englewood for 8-year-old Jax M. Jax …
Joyce G. has lived in the same house in west Denver for 20 years and enjoys her neighbors and local hangouts. The past few years have been difficult for the 82-year-old who is adapting to symptoms related to heart failure. Fortunately, Joyce connected with HBF and we were able to complete modifications – including grab …
The path to Blitz Build is a months-long process involving volunteers, supporters, suppliers and staff. Along the road, client applications are reviewed and crews are matched. Some crews apply with skilled tradespeople/construction supervisors – others require the assistance of a “Project Captain”. Back in April, the sounds of electric saws, hammering, drilling, pounding and rock …
The 2022 Blitz Build After-Party was held on June 14 at the Speciality Appliance Showroom in Greenwood Village. The night was a spectacular success, as attendees enjoyed chef created meatballs, grilled tacos, a charcuterie board and secret-recipe chocolate chip/caramel cookies that could be classified as heavenly! Guests were delighted at the opportunity to purchase HBF swag and …
We are so humbled by the generosity of our community this week. More 200 volunteers spent three days building wheelchair ramps and decks for fourteen deserving individuals during our Blitz Build In addition to the clients who received decks, their families, caregivers and friends were also impacted by our wonderful HBF supporters and volunteers. The …
Please join us in welcoming George Brauchler to HBF’s 2022 Board of Directors. George has been involved with HBF for several years as a beneficiary and client. We are pleased to announce that he made the decision to join our Board of Directors this year. George is President of Advance Colorado and Brauchler LLC. He …
On Wednesday, May 24th, HBF’s own Beth Forbes joined Erik Robinson from Colorado Housing and Finance Authority (CHFA) for a special segment of Colorado and Company on 9NEWS. It was a great opportunity to share details about HBF’s upcoming Blitz Build with the friends of 9NEWS (KUSA). Watch, like and share the video with your …
Earlier this month, nearly 100 people gathered under the pavilion at High Prairie Park in the Painted Prairie Community in northeast Denver. They were there to learn more about the 2022 Inspiration House, a collaboration between a Denver-area home builder and its trade partners, who discount and/or donate services and materials to significantly reduce the …
One evening in late April 2022, members of HBF’s staff joined volunteers and supporters for a Project Dedication at the home of Hafeez A. The attendees of this Dedication were treated to traditional Burmese dishes. And the family warmly welcomed our crew into their home. Hafeez A. is a 13-year-old boy living with cerebral palsy. While …