OGLE COUNTY — Habitat for Humanity of Ogle County was this quarter’s donation recipient from 100 Women Who Care of Ogle County. It was the second time Habitat was awarded a donation. Sheri Anspaugh accepted the monetary gift of $8,800 at the July 18 evening event.  At the meeting Sheri shared how the last donation in 2022 helped a family in Rochelle acquire their home and how it changed their life giving them a chance to build equity and even helped a single mom get custody of a child because of the ability to provide a secure and stable home. Their next project will be located in Davis Junction.

Habitat also offers other services such as the Brush with Kindness Project which provides basic home repair and services to those in need focusing on safety and quality of life. In addition, they have recently joined a veterans program as a Veterans Build Affiliate that specifically helps our honored veterans in various ways providing much needed assistance and support. You can find more information by visiting habitatoglecounty.org.

The choice to give to Habitat was not an easy one as there were three other very worthy applicants. The choice is made by ballot at the time of the event. 100 Women Who Care only gives to local 501c organizations within Ogle County. Meetings are held on a quarterly basis where presentations are made by several not-for-profit organizations and are then voted on to receive $100 from each member. No other fees are required. The group meets in various locations within Ogle County. The next meeting in October will be at Pine Crest in Mt. Morris. There are currently 89 members. The goal is to reach 100 this year. The more women who care the more support for our community.

If you are interested in becoming a member or learning more about how the donation process works for your organization contact Deanna Forrest atforrestdede5@gmail.com or find them on Facebook www.facebook.com/oglegives.