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September 2013 Minutes

Minutes

Oct 182013

11 September 2013

Subject: Minutes of Board Meeting

1. The Meeting was opened by President Vicki Edwards, at 7:06 PM, at 9803 S. 21st Circle, Bellevue, NE. With only 2 of 5 directors present, a quorum of the Board did not exist.

2. Attendance at the Meeting included:

Vicki Edwards

George Ziska, Jr.

Ron Strawn

Stu Martin

3. The minutes of the meeting held on 10 July 2013, will be reviewed at the next meeting do to a lack of a quorum.

4. Treasurer’s Report: Treasurer Janelle Smith was not present to provide a report.

5. Finance Director’s Report: The following items were discussed:

A. Cans for 2 X 4’s: No new developments.

B. VA Designated Offering: The Church of the Nativity collection is tentatively set for Jan 14.

C. CFC/United Way: The 2013 CFC Distribution will be $4,700.50.

D. 8^th Annual Outback Raffle (Oct-Nov 13): The Secretary reserved a spot at the Harlan Drive No Frills for selling tickets from 10 AM to 2 PM, Sat, 19 Oct 13.

E Bowl-a-thon: Set for Mar 14.

F. Offutt AFB Catholic Chapel Designated Offering: Still no response from the Chapel on a date for this offering.

G. Other Ideas: None.

6. Old Business:

A. Update of Membership Roster: No changes noted.

B. Combined Federal Campaign: The Kick off Breakfast will be 7 AM, Mon, 16 Sep 13. The Secretary plans to attend.

C. VA Connection (Bob Corsi): No new developments.

D. Crew Website ( http://www.accrew.org ): Including the 2013 deployment photos and transferring to a free site are still pending.

E. Colorado (CO) Connection (Gary Piper): No new developments.

F. Volunteer Recruitment in Bellevue: No new developments.

G. 2014 Deployment (Wed, 4 Jun to Thurs, 19 Jun 14, including travel and work; work starts on Friday, 6 Jun 14): Our St. Joe’s Inn reservations request for 5-8 Jun 14, was approved by Owner Jim Barney who is taking over management of the Inn. The cost remains $60 per person per week. Revised rules for clean-up of the Inn were reviewed.

H. James Hardie Co. Donated Materials: The Construction Director is trying to get a list of materials and the location of the pick-up point.

I. Sarpy County Adopt-A-Road: Volunteers were requested for the next trash pick-up was set for 9 AM, Sat, 12 Oct 13.

J. Board Election: The next election is set for the meeting on 11 Dec 13. New terms will run from 1 Jan 14 to 31 Dec 15.

7. New Business:

A. CenturyLink Marketing Line Procedures: The procedures have reverted to the past way. The Secretary made procedures available to Board members.

8. The Crew Meeting was adjourned at 7:46 PM. The next meeting is set for 7 PM, Wed, 9 Oct 13, at 9803 S. 21^st Circle.

George Ziska, Jr.

Secretary

Aug 2013 Minutes

Minutes

Oct 182013

14 August 2013

Subject: Minutes of Board Meeting

1. The Meeting was opened by President Vicki Edwards, at 7:00 PM, at 9803 S. 21st Circle, Bellevue, NE. With 4 of 5 directors present, a quorum of the Board did exist.

2. Attendance at the Meeting included:

Vicki Edwards

Marcel Moreau

George Ziska, Jr.

Mark White

Ron Strawn

Stu Martin

3. The minutes of the meeting held on 10 July 2013, were approved.

4. Treasurer’s Report: Treasurer Janelle Smith was not present to provide a report.

5. Finance Director’s Report: Finance Director Mark White discussed the following:

A. Cans for 2 X 4’s: No new developments.

B. VA Designated Offering: The Church of the Nativity collection is tentatively set for Jan 14.

C. CFC/United Way: The 2013 CFC Distribution will be $4,700.50.

D. 8^th Annual Outback Raffle (Oct-Nov 13): The ticket price will again be $5.00. After getting all the details, Donna Vogt will be asked to print tickets for distribution at the October meeting. Prizes will be: 1^st: $140; 2^nd: $80; 3rd: $60. The Secretary will arrange for an article and photo in the Bellevue Leader and reserve a date at the Harlan Drive No Frills, from 10 AM to 2 PM, for selling tickets. The Drawing and Dinner date was set for Wednesday, 27 November 2013, at 6 PM.

E Bowl-a-thon: Set for Mar 14.

F. Offutt AFB Catholic Chapel Designated Offering: Date is not set yet.

G. FY14 Financial Plan: The Plan for raising $50,000 to build the 2014 house was approved by the Board.

H Other Ideas: None.

6. Old Business:

A. Update of Membership Roster: No changes noted.

B. Combined Federal Campaign: The 2^nd 2013 automatic quarterly deposit of $1,645.29 (corrected by Treasurer on 16 Jul 13) was received on 23 Jul 13. The Secretary reviewed the Crew’s listing in the 2013 CFC booklet.

C. VA Connection (Bob Corsi): Bob indicated that the James Hardie Company of Peru, IL (West of Chicago) is willing to donate materials to our project. The Construction Director is following up with the company to get a list of available materials and delivery details. Bob also indicated that he will take into account the performance of volunteers from other areas, if the numbers are tight for VA volunteers on the onsite crew. The Construction Director has indicated that he does not agree with this approach for assigning volunteers to the onsite crew.

D. Crew Website ( http://www.accrew.org ): The 2013 deployment photos still need to included on the website. President Vicki Edwards indicated that Website Consultant Sarah Edwards will be helping Webmaster Kathi Narlock transfer our website to a cost free site.

E. Colorado (CO) Connection (Gary Piper): Gary Piper will return for the 2014 Deployment, as the Siding Crew Leader. Gary and Art Rupinen are working on revised fascia design for 2014.

F. Volunteer Recruitment in Bellevue: No new developments.

G. 2013 Deployment: The Construction Director provide a 2012/2013 cost comparison. A cost increase was noted in 2013 for excavation since the 2012 homeowner paid for the septic system. The Lumber King costs were up almost $1,900 due to current market prices. Carpool gas cost were down by over $700. Overall, an increase in cost of almost $1,900 was noted from 2012 to 2013.

H 2014 Deployment (Wed, 4 Jun to Thurs, 19 Jun 14, including travel and work; work starts on Friday, 6 Jun 14): Our St. Joe’s Inn reservations request from 5 to 18 Jun 14, is still pending until the Inn manager is determined. Our 2013 Lowe’s appliance buy earned the Crew a $300 gift card, which will be applied to the 2014 appliances.

I. Sarpy County Adopt-A-Road: The signed contract for extending the Crew’s trash pick up on 25^th Street from Capehart Road to Highway 370, from 1 Jul 13 to 30 Jun 18, has not been received yet. The next trash pick-up was set for 9 AM, Sat, 12 Oct 13.

7. New Business:

A. Board Election: The next election is set for the meeting on 11 Dec 13. New terms will run from 1 Jan 14 to 31 Dec 15.

B. Arlington (VA) Catholic Herald Article: The Secretary received an article entitled “Knights to the rescue” on the 2013 Deployment which was provided for the attendees to review.

8. The Crew Meeting was adjourned at 7:57 PM. The next meeting is set for 7 PM, Wed, 11 Sep 13, at 9803 S. 21^st Circle.

George Ziska, Jr.

Secretary

2013 Deployment

Sep 082013

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2013 Image Galleries, Events, Image Galleries

May 2013 Minutes

2013 Minutes, Minutes

Sep 022013

8 May 2013

Subject: Minutes of Board Meeting

1. The Meeting was opened by Vice-President Marcel Moreau, at 7:00 PM, at 9803 S. 21st Circle, Bellevue, NE. With 3 of 5 directors present, a quorum of the Board did exist.

2. Attendance at the Meeting included:

Marcel Moreau

George Ziska, Jr.

Janelle Smith

Ron Strawn

Stu Martin

3. The minutes of the meeting held on 10 April 2013, were approved.

4. Treasurer’s Report: Treasurer Janelle Smith provided the following status, as of 30 Apr 13: Checking Account: $10,978.72; Money Market Account: $75,198.55; Progress on $50,000 Fundraising Goal: 77.8% + 30% (for the advanced payment) = 107.8%.

5. Finance Director’s Report: Finance Director Mark White discussed the following:

A. Cans for 2 X 4’s: Turn-in on 4 May 13: 54 lb X $0.40 = $21.60. For FY13, 252 lb have been turned with a total revenue of $94.30, which is worth about 34 2 X 4 wall studs. One attendee brought cans.

B. VA Designated Offering: The Church of the Nativity sent additional and final check for $120.00, which brings the total to $41,964.21, for the offering.

C. CFC/United Way: The 2013 CFC Distribution will be $4,700.50.

D. Baker’s Gift Card: Vice-President Marcel Moreau has requested a $200 gift card for the Phillips Family to use at the Whitley City Kroger’s supermarket. Marcel indicated that the Secretary was included on the request, as the point-of-contact for questions.

E. Other Ideas: Finance Director Mark White was questioned as to how the cancelled 2013 Offutt Air Show would be replaced in the FY 14 fundraising. Mark will submit plan after our deployment. Others were requested to come up with fundraising ideas.

6. Old Business:

A. Update of Membership Roster: No changes noted.

B. Combined Federal Campaign: No new developments.

C. VA Connection (Bob Corsi): Bob replaced Wally Mack of the Finish Crew with Jeff Gray.

D. Crew Website ( http://www.accrew.org ): No new developments.

E. Colorado (CO) Connection (Gary Piper): No new developments.

F. Volunteer Recruitment in Bellevue: The Secretary reported the following on his meeting with Father Brian Klingle, the new Offutt Catholic Chaplain, on 11 Apr 13: Father received some background on the Crew’s mission from past Crew President Ken Hurt; Father questioned our accounting procedures and I told him that the Crew is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation and is part of CFC which requires accurate accounting procedures; Father will consider the Crew for a designated offering but needs to get more familiar with Chapel procedures; No timeframe was given for a designated offering; I told Father that many parishioners support our cause and would want to donate to a designated offering.

G. 2013 Deployment: The on-site Crew List now has 30 volunteers (25 men and 5 women). Harry Wallace reports that the foundation has been completed and the subfloor will start in late May. The Carpool drivers were reminded to give receipts to the Construction Director for reimbursement of gas costs. The Treasurer reported that Head Cook Vicki Edwards has received $1,000 for deployment food purchases. The Construction Director reported that four (4) $500 Lowe’s gift cards were received from the Presidential Mortgage Group of Fairfax, VA, for purchasing appliances for the Phillips Family. Bob Corsi’s church is purchasing beds in Whitley City for the Phillips Family.

H. Donor List: The Secretary passed around the donor list for the Phillips Family for omissions and misspellings.

7. New Business: None.

8. The Crew Meeting was adjourned at 7:53 PM. Due to next month’s deployment, the next meeting was set for 7 PM, Wed, 10 Jul 13, at 9803 S. 21^st Circle

George Ziska, Jr.

Secretary

March 2013 Minutes

2013 Minutes, Minutes

Jun 032013

13 March 2013

Subject: Minutes of Board Meeting

1. The Meeting was opened by Vice-President Marcel Moreau, at 7:08 PM, at 9803 S. 21st Circle, Bellevue, NE. President Vicki Edwards arrived later. With all 5 directors present, a quorum of the Board did exist.

2. Attendance at the Meeting included:

Vicki Edwards

Marcel Moreau

George Ziska, Jr.

Janelle Smith

Mark White

Ron Strawn

Stu Martin

3. The minutes of the meeting held on 13 February 2013, were approved.

4. Treasurer’s Report: Treasurer Janelle Smith provided the following status, as of 28 Feb 13: Checking Account: $3,216.23; Money Market Account: $52,197.70; Progress on $50,000 Fundraising Goal: 10.4%.

5. Finance Director’s Report: Since Finance Director Mark White discussed the following items:

A. Cans for 2 X 4’s: Turn-in on 12 Mar 13: 16 lb X $0.40/lb = $6.40.

B. VA Designated Offering: Bob Corsi indicated that a check for $41,844.21 will be sent during the week of 18 Mar 13.

C. Bowl-a-thon, 1PM, Sat, 9 Mar 13, Leopard Lanes: Twelve bowlers knocked down a total of 1,831 pins. A total of $2,220 in pledges has been collected so far.

D. CFC/United Way: 2013 CFC Distribution will be known in Mar 13.

E. Offutt Air Show, Sat-Sun, 24-25 Aug 13: An article in the Omaha World-Herald on 5 Mar 13, an Offutt spokesman indicated that planning continues for the event but the final decision for holding the event will be up to the Air Combat Command. Stu Martin indicated that the 55^th Wing Commander has budgeted for event but Air Force could still cancel the show.

F. Other Ideas: Vice-President Marcel Moreau has requested a $200 donation from the Bellevue Knights of Columbus. Marcel is also requesting a gift card from Baker’s which can used at the Whitley City, KY Kroger’s.

6. Old Business:

A. Update of Membership Roster: No changes noted.

B. Combined Federal Campaign: CFC indicated that the 4^th Quarterly Automatic Bank Deposit for the 2012 Distribution will be in late Mar 13 and the 1st Quarterly Automatic Bank Deposit for the 2013 Distribution will be in Apr 13. The Secretary submitted the 2013 CFC application on 7 Mar 13.

C. VA Connection (Bob Corsi): Bob provided a list of 16 volunteers with 3 additional volunteers on the waiting list. The VA volunteers have been included on the on-site Crew List.

D. Crew Website ( http://www.accrew.org ): No new developments.

E. Colorado (CO) Connection (Gary Piper): No new developments.

F. Volunteer Recruitment in Bellevue: The pancake breakfast on Sunday, 17 Feb 13, was received very well after the two Catholic Masses with over 100 people attending. The amounts of fruit and sausages on the material list were short and need to be increased for the next breakfast. Attendees donated $694.07 and after expenses of $121.03, there was a net gain of $573.04.

G. 2013 Deployment: Harry Wallace, the Good Shepherd Chapel P.O.C., provided the orientation details for Phillips Family’s home floor plan on an old 2007 plan. The Construction Director will send the Phillips floor plan, based on the 2011 plan. The on-site Crew List now has 30 volunteers (25 men and 5 women). The Construction Director indicated there are still questions about locating the HWH in the crawl space and the type of Heating and A/C system that will be installed. Harry Wallace said that a “wall unit” may have to be installed for heating and air conditioning rather than the preferred central air system installed in the crawl space for the 2012 home. Harry has started the septic system this week.

H. IRS Forms: The Treasurer completed the IRS Form 990EZ for submission by the Secretary.

7. New Business:

A. Sarpy County Adopt-A-Road: Picking up trash on 25^th Street was set for 9 AM, Sat, 27 Apr 13.

B. Good Shepherd Outreach Fund: Harry Wallace requested an advanced payment of $15,000 for the preliminary work on the Phillips Family home. The Treasurer wrote a Fidelity check which the Secretary will mail on Thursday.

8. The Crew Meeting was adjourned at 7:52 PM. The next meeting was set for 7 PM, Wed, 10 Apr 13, at 9803 S. 21^st Circle.

George Ziska, Jr.

Secretary

April 2013 Minutes

2013 Minutes, Minutes

Jun 032013

10 April 2013

Subject: Minutes of Board Meeting

1. The Meeting was opened by President Vicki Edwards, at 7:09 PM, at 9803 S. 21st Circle, Bellevue, NE. With 4 of 5 directors present, a quorum of the Board did exist.

2. Attendance at the Meeting included:

Vicki Edwards

Marcel Moreau

George Ziska, Jr.

Janelle Smith

Ron Strawn

Stu Martin

Kris Woods

3. The minutes of the meeting held on 13 March 2013, were approved.

4. Treasurer’s Report: Treasurer Janelle Smith provided the following status, as of 31 Mar 13: Checking Account: $48,414.74; Money Market Account: $37,198.09; Progress on $50,000 Fundraising Goal: 76.8% + 30% (for the advanced payment) = 106.8%. The Construction Director requested that $10,000 be left in the checking account for deployment expenses.

5. Finance Director’s Report: Finance Director Mark White was not present but the following items were discussed:

A. Cans for 2 X 4’s: No new developments.

B. VA Designated Offering: The Church of the Nativity check for $41,844.21 was received on 23 Mar 13.

C. Bowl-a-thon, 1 PM, Sat, 9 Mar 13, Leopard Lanes: A total of $2,400 in pledges was collected, which is the 2^nd highest amount for this event.

D. CFC/United Way: The 2013 CFC Distribution will be $4,700.50.

E. Offutt Air Show, Sat-Sun, 24-25 Aug 13: The Offutt 55^th Wing cancelled this event on 3 Apr 13.

F. Bellevue Knights of Columbus: Vice- President Marcel Moreau brought a Knights of Columbus check for $500.00 and a thank you note for the President’s and Secretary’s signatures.

G. Baker’s Gift Card: Vice-President Marcel Moreau has requested a $200 gift card for the Phillips Family to use at the Whitley City Kroger’s supermarket.

H. Other Ideas: None.

6. Old Business:

A. Update of Membership Roster: No changes noted.

B. Combined Federal Campaign: The Treasurer reported that the CFC deposited the 4^th Quarterly Automatic Bank Deposit of $1,184.41 for the 2012 Distribution on 29 Mar 13. A “shrinkage” of $723.22 was noted for the 2012 CFC Distribution. The Treasurer also reported that the CFC deposited the 1st Quarterly Automatic Bank Deposit of $14.26 for the 2013 Distribution on 1 Apr 13. The Secretary reported that the CFC has qualified the Crew for the 2013 Drive.

C. VA Connection (Bob Corsi): Bob reported that Wally Mack of the Finish Crew has been injured in a fall and a replacement is being sought.

D. Crew Website ( http://www.accrew.org ): No new developments.

E. Colorado (CO) Connection (Gary Piper): No new developments.

F. Volunteer Recruitment in Bellevue: The Secretary will meet with Father Brian Klingle, the new Offutt Catholic Chaplain, at 10:30 AM, Thurs, 11 Apr 13, to discuss the Crew’s mission.

G. 2013 Deployment: The Construction Director sent the Phillips’ home plans, material lists and the subcontractor descriptions to Harry Wallace on 2 Apr 13. The work site is 16 miles from St. Joe’s Inn and is a 27 minute trip. The on-site Crew List now has 29 volunteers (24 men and 5 women). The Construction Director indicated that Harry Wallace has agreed to locating the HWH in the crawl space and installing the central Heating and A/C system, as installed in 2012. Harry Wallace reports that the septic system has been completed and that the footing excavation is being complicated by limestone and wet weather. The Construction Director will reserve two rooms at the Baymont Inn in Evansville, IN for the mid-point stopover. Head Cook Vicki Edwards requested $1,000 for deployment food purchases. Bob Corsi has indicated that a VA group is possibly interested in making a donation for appliances. Bob is also looking at purchasing beds in Whitley City for the Phillips Family.

H. Sarpy County Adopt-A-Road: Picking up trash on 25^th Street is scheduled for 9 AM, Sat, 27 Apr 13. Four Crew members volunteered for this activity.

7. New Business:

A. Donor List: The Secretary passed around the donor list for the Phillips Family for omissions and misspellings.

8. The Crew Meeting was adjourned at 7:39 PM. The next meeting was set for 7 PM, Wed, 8 May 13, at 9803 S. 21^st Circle.

George Ziska, Jr.

Secretary

13 February 2013 Minutes

2013 Minutes, Minutes

Mar 142013

13 February 2013

Subject: Minutes of Board Meeting

1. The Meeting was opened by President Vicki Edwards, at 7:17 PM, at 9803 S. 21st Circle, Bellevue, NE. With 3 of 5 directors present, a quorum of the Board did exist.

2. Attendance at the Meeting included:

Vicki Edwards

George Ziska, Jr.

Mark White

Kris Woods

Ron Strawn

Donna Vogt

3. The minutes of the meeting held on 9 January 2013, were approved.

4. Treasurer’s Report: Treasurer Janelle Smith was not present to provide a status.

5. Finance Director’s Report: Since Finance Director Mark White discussed the following items:

A. Cans for 2 X 4’s: Turn-in on 12 Feb 13: 52 lb X $0.40/lb = $20.80. One member brought cans.

B. VA Designated Offering: Bob Corsi indicated that the offering is over $41,000, which is a record amount. Possible causes for the increased amount are having the family story before the offering and having a very compelling story in 2013.

C. Bowl-a-thon, 1PM, Sat, 9 Mar 13, Leopard Lanes: Since one bowler now has broken his arm, the list of bowlers has been reduced to 13.

D. CFC/United Way: 2013 CFC Distribution will be known in Mar 13.

E. St. James United Methodist Church Outreach: Ron Strawn received and deposited $150 from the church. The Secretary will send a thank you letter with a receipt. Ron indicated that after the 2013 home is built, a short presentation before the congregation is requested.

F. Other Ideas: None

6. Old Business:

A. Update of Membership Roster: No changes noted.

B. Combined Federal Campaign: The Secretary completed the Annual Anti-Terrorism Measures Compliance Certificate on 7 Feb 13.

C. VA Connection (Bob Corsi): Bob provided a list of 17 volunteers with 2 additional volunteers on the waiting list. The Construction Director has discussed with Bob that this number of volunteers is causing the total crew to exceed available beds at St. Joe’s Inn and brings the number of volunteers onsite during the first week to 26 which causes safety and full employment concerns. The number of VA volunteers still needs to be resolved.

D. Crew Website ( http://www.accrew.org ): Secretary requested that the website be updated per the words of Jan 13 Annual Report to Donors.

E. Colorado (CO) Connection (Gary Piper): Gary indicated that his son will not be able to go on this year‘s deployment and so the total number of CO volunteers is now at 4.

F. Volunteer Recruitment in Bellevue: Ron Strawn and the Secretary will make a Commissary run for supplies on Saturday, 16 Feb 13, at 8:30 AM for the pancake breakfast on Sunday, 17 Feb 13. We will be wearing Crew shirts and hats.

G. 2013 Deployment: Harry Wallace, the Good Shepherd Chapel P.O.C., has not provided the orientation details for Phillips Family’s home floor plan because the site is too wet for the septic system perk test.. We have 31 volunteers on the on-site crew list (26 men and 5 women). Jerry Leonard, the Finish Crew Leader, will bring his air brad nailer and Construction Director has obtained the 7 mm wrench for the kitchen countertop miter connection. Bob Corsi reports that VA has furniture from a estate and is working on transportation and storage.

H. IRS Forms: The Secretary now has the IRS Form 990EZ to be provided to Treasurer for submission by 15 May 13.

7. New Business:

A. Nonprofit Corporation Biennial Report: Secretary submitted this report to the Secretary of State on 15 Jan 13. The report includes the names and addresses of the Board members. A $20.00 fee was paid.

8. The Crew Meeting was adjourned at 7:39 PM. The next meeting was set for 7 PM, Wed, 13 Mar 13, at 9803 S. 21^st Circle.

George Ziska, Jr.

Secretary

2012 Offutt Air Show 2013 Offutt Air Show Cancelled

2012 Image Galleries, Events Comments Off

Feb 162013

The Offutt Open House was held Saturday and Sunday, 25 and 26 Aug 2012: Eleven (11) volunteers worked the Open House on Sunday.

January 2013 Minutes

2013 Minutes, Minutes

Feb 162013

9 January 2013

Subject: Minutes of Board Meeting

1. The Meeting was opened by Vice-President Marcel Moreau, at 7:10 PM, at 9803 S. 21st Circle, Bellevue, NE. With 3 of 5 directors present, a quorum of the Board did exist.

2. Attendance at the Meeting included:

Marcel Moreau

George Ziska, Jr.

Janelle Smith

Ron Strawn

3. The minutes of the meeting held on 12 December 2012, were approved.

4. Treasurer’s Report: Treasurer Janelle Smith provided to the following status, as of 31 Dec 12: Checking Account: $4,169.20; Money Market Account: $50,196.87; Progress on $50,000 Fundraising Goal: 8.7 %.

5. Finance Director’s Report: Since Finance Director Mark White was not present, the Secretary discussed the following items:

A. Cans for 2 X 4’s: One member brought cans before the meeting.

B. VA Designated Offering: Bob Corsi indicated the offering will be held on 11-12 Jan 13.

C. Bowl-a-thon, 1PM, Sat, 9 Mar 13, Leopard Lanes: The Secretary gave a list of 14 bowlers to Ron Strawn, to be given to Sharon. The Secretary will complete the distribution of pledge sheets to the bowlers.

D. CFC/United Way: 2013 CFC Distribution will be known in Mar 13.

E. Other Ideas: Ron Strawn indicated that his church, St. James Methodist Church, will be registering groups for mission outreach projects on Sunday, 13 Jan 13 at 5 PM. Ron would like Mark to go with him to complete the registration form. The Secretary will email Mark about this possible fundraiser.

6. Old Business:

A. Update of Membership Roster: No new developments.

B. Combined Federal Campaign: The Secretary has received the 2013 CFC application which is due on 15 Mar 13.

C. VA Connection (Bob Corsi): No new developments.

D. Crew Website ( http://www.accrew.org ): No new developments.

E. Colorado (CO) Connection (Gary Piper): No new developments.

F. Volunteer Recruitment in Bellevue: Ron Strawn provided an updated supply list for the pancake breakfast on Sunday, 17 Feb 13.

G. 2013 Deployment: Harry Wallace, the Good Shepherd Chapel P.O.C., has not provided the orientation details for Phillips Family’s home floor plan. We have 29 volunteers on the on-site crew list (24 men and 5 women). For the Berthing Plan, the 5 women would have to occupy a 6-bed room. Considering the Phillips Family’s situation of being burned out of their home in Dec 2011, a large appliance buy is possible. Also the Construction Director has asked Harry to see if he can round up some furniture for the Phillips Family.

H. Annual Report to Donors/Material Buying Form: The Secretary got 100 copies of this report made at UPS for $13.55.

7. New Business:

A. IRS Forms: The Secretary provided the Treasurer with IRS Form 990 for the 2013 CFC application. Also provided to the Treasurer were IRS Form 990 Schedule A and the list of major contributors. The IRS Form 990EZ, which is due on 15 May 13, is not available yet on the online.

8. The Crew Meeting was adjourned at 7:25 PM. The next meeting was set for 7 PM, Wed, 13 Feb 13, at 9803 S. 21^st Circle.

George Ziska, Jr.

Secretary

2024 Annual Report to Donors

Annual Report

Feb 162013

APPALACHIAN CONSTRUCTION CREW, INC.
9803 S. 21st Circle
Bellevue, NE 68123-2400
402-292-5274
“WE BUILD BECAUSE YOU CARE”
January 2017
ANNUAL REPORT TO DONORS

OUR MISSION: The Crew builds homes for Appalachian families without the financial means to afford adequate housing. Our work is located in economically depressed McCreary County, KY. which is home to over 16,701 people. Over 33 percent of the people of McCreary County live below the poverty line and the median household income is only $33,939. For the last thirty-six years, the Crew has worked with the Good Shepherd Chapel of Whitley City, KY, who selects the families to receive the new homes. In June 2016, the Crew built a homes for two deserving families. In June 2023, the Crew build a 3-bedroom, 2-bath home for Bert and Angie Creekmore and their one son, Ryland. The Creekmore Family was living in an old trailer with a leaking roof and windows and a rotting floor. Bert is a farm worker and Angie works at the local tent factory. The Creekmore Family moved into their new home mid-July 2023. Although building the new home is our prime objective, more important benefits are setting an example by helping our fellow Americans and trying to heal a family in need of adequate housing. The Appalachian Construction Crew is an IRS 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation.

OUR WORK: During the past year, the Crew continued to raise money for buying the required home construction materials and onsite crew logistics. Fundraisers included a bowl-a-thon. Then for two weeks last June, our on-site crew of 32 volunteers built and finished the home for the Creekmore Family. The program is not a free handout, since each selected family is encouraged to pay back the Good Shepherd Chapel for the material cost of the home and/or work on future homes in the program. Thus this program allows families without the financial means to experience the American dream of home ownership and also get involved in volunteerism. In June 2024, the Crew will be building our 40th home for Blake Perry and his son.

YOUR HELP: The Crew welcomes your help and ideas on fundraising. Our 2024 fundraising goal is $110,000. Some major sources of support, in addition to the Crew’s fundraising, include the Catholic Our Lady of Peace Parish of Offutt AFB, NE the Catholic Church of the Nativity of Burke, VA, and the Combined Federal Campaign. The list of materials below will help you arrive at a donation for our cause. If you return this material buying form with your donation to the Crew, we will put your name on our donor list, which will be given to this year’s selected family. If you are interested in donating your time in building a home for a deserving family, we ask that you attend our monthly Crew meetings, which are held at the above address on the 2nd Thursday of each month at 7 PM. At these meetings, you will also learn about how you can help with our fundraising efforts.

FOR MORE INFO: Please contact one of the following Crew Board members: President Vicki Edwards, 402-291-1678; Vice-President Marcel Moreau, 402-213-3338; Secretary and Construction Director George Ziska, Jr., 402-292-5274; Treasurer Janelle Smith, 402-682-0406; Finance Director Ron Strawn, 402-291-4699. For additional information, please visit our Website at http://accrew.org .

BUY MATERIALS FOR AN APPALACHIAN HOME
THE FOLLOWING LIST SHOWS SOME OF THE MATERIALS NEEDED FOR THE 24′ X 40′ HOME.

IF YOU WOULD LIKE YOUR NAME ON THE DONOR LIST GIVEN TO THIS YEAR’S FAMILY,

PLEASE PUT YOUR NAME ON THIS SHEET AND RETURN IT WITH YOUR DONATION.

DONOR’S NAME:

(Please print your full name.)

PARTIAL BILL OF MATERIALS

UNIT COST

QUANTITY NEEDED

1. Pre-Cut 2″ X 4″ Wall Stud
$3.45 each
450 Quantity Needed

2. 2″ X 4″ X 20′, Pine # 2
$15.00 each
42 Quantity Needed

3. Wall Orient Strand Board, 7/16″ X 4′ X 8′
$12.00 each
45 Quantity Needed

4. Roof Felt, 30#, Roll
$26.00 each
10 Quantity Needed

5. Interior Lockset
$14.00
6 Quantity Needed

6. Sheetrock, 1/2″ X 4′ X 12′
$14.00 each
76 Quantity Needed

7. Bath Ceiling Fan, 50 CFM
$23.00 each
2 Quantity Needed

8. Roof Sheeting, 5/8″ X 4′ X 8′ CDX Plywood
$26.00 each
55 Quantity Needed

9. Wall Insulation, R-13, Bundle (88 SF)
$73.00 each
7 Quantity Needed

10. Entry Lockset/Deadbolt Combo
$28.00 each
3 Quantity Needed

11. Studifloor, T & G Floor Sheeting, 3/4″ x 4′ X 8′
$40.00 each
36 Quantity Needed

12. Roof Shingles, Bundle
$31.00 each
52 Quantity Needed

13. Pre-fabricated Roof Truss, 24′, 4/12
$40.00 each
21 Quantity Needed

14. Ceiling Insulation, R-38, Bundle (64 SF)
$92.00 each
18 Quantity Needed

15. Kitchen Sink, Stainless Steel
$120.00 each
1 Quantity Needed

16. 1/6 Interior Pre-hung Door, 6 Panel
$170.00 each
1 Quantity Needed

17. Window, 2/0 X 3/0, Vinyl
$1455.00 each
2 Quantity Needed

18. 2/6 Interior Pre-Hung 6-Panel Door
$180.00 each
5 Quantity Needed

19. Window, 3/0 X 3/0, Vinyl
$180.00 each
2 Quantity Needed

20. Vinyl Wall Siding, Box
$195.00 each
7 Quantity Needed

21. Window, 3/0 X 5/0, Vinyl
$195.00
3 Quantity Needed

22. Interior Wall Paint, 5 Gal w/Primer
$136.00
3 Quantity Needed

23. Bath Vanity, 24″ X 18″, with Marble Top
$145.00
2 Quantity Needed

24. Exterior Steel Door, 3/0 X 6/8
$350.00
2 Quantity Needed

25. 50-Gallon Low-Boy Water Heater
$525.00
1 Quantity Needed

26. Double Window, 3/0 X 5/0, Vinyl
$400.00
1 Quantity Needed

27. Microwave, Over-the-Stove
$225.00
1 Quantity Needed

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