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Home Builders Foundation: Building Independence for 30 Years

When Kip Orman, then CEO of Alpine Lumber, sat down with some members from the Home Builders Association of Metro Denver in the early 90s to discuss ways in which they could give back to the community, they had no idea how big of an impact they would ultimately have. That conversation paved the path…

Chris Deeds from Weyerhaeuser joins HBF Board of Directors

Please join HBF as we welcome Chris Deeds, Weyerhaeuser Area General Manager, to our 2023 Board of Directors. Chris has been involved with HBF for 12 years. In that time, he has seen first-hand how the “HBF does such amazing things for people throughout our community”. Chris admires the way, “HBF brings the building community…

Eric Marr joins HBF Board of Directors

HBF is proud to announce Eric Marr, Alpine Lumber Front Range District Manager, will be joining our Board of Directors in 2023. About four years ago, Eric began volunteering as part of the long-standing relationship between HBF and Alpine Lumber. One of the most fulfilling duties Eric fills is attending site visits with Brian. When…

Welcome Emma to HBF’s Board of Directors

Emma Lape is President and Owner of Rocky Mountain Drywall. She started out with RMD as a temporary Accounting Assistant and, after 18 years, now owns the business. Over the years she has done everything including Accounting, Contracts, Sales, Estimating, Warranty, Purchasing and even a short stint as Field Manager. Basically, she is a powerhouse, and…

HBF’s Legacy Circle

Home Builder Foundation’s donors have helped us uplift the lives of individuals living with disabilities for 30 years. As we enter our 30th year, we want to provide our donors with the opportunity to create their own legacy. HBF’s Legacy Circle is a planned giving program that ensures accessible home modifications will be made possible…

Support for HBF is a Family Affair for the Haberers

HBF is both honored and very pleased that Braden Haberer has accepted a position on our 2023 Board of Directors. Braden has been involved with HBF for 16 years and feels primed to take on this new role. If the name sounds familiar, it is because Braden is taking his seat on the Board just…

KB Home and Trade Partners Work Together to Increase Safety and Independence for Those Living with a Physical Disability

Earlier this year, KB Home volunteered to be the partnering home builder for the 2022 Inspiration House. KB Home selected a new home build in Aurora’s Painted Prairie development and reached out to their trade partners to explain the purpose of the Inspiration House, which is a fundraiser for the nonprofit Home Builders Foundation (HBF). …

Lennar Bathroom Modification Adds to the Safety of JD’s Bathing Routine

Today we introduce you to 6-year-old John David (JD). Early in their pregnancy, JD’s parents were informed of his down syndrome diagnosis. They worked hard to prepare themselves for the journey ahead. Since the time of his birth many additional diagnoses, including autism, have presented significant challenges. JD has severe mobility imbalance issues and is…

Colorado Gives Day 2022 – Early Giving Begins

The countdown to Colorado Gives Day begins today, November 1st! Your support of HBF starting today counts toward our Dec 6 goal, and the $1.6 million Colorado Gives Day Incentive Fund! All participating Colorado Gives Day nonprofits earn a percentage of the fund, so the more we raise, the more we get! As we get…

HBF 2022 Annual Celebration – “Better Together”

There was a buzz in the air as guests entered the Vehicle Vault. For many it was the first time they would experience this venue. Participants were immediately checked in by a team which included Miss Zoe Wurst (yes that is Alices’ daughter). The process was efficient and timely and allowed attendees to proceed through…