HYANNIS, Mass., May 14, 2008— The eighteenth annual Last Gasp Bike, Boat, ‘n Bake will take place this coming September 14, 2008. The Last Gasp is a three part, day long, fundraising extravaganza intended to help raise money for several diversified nonprofit organizations, including CHAMP Homes, headquartered on Cape Cod and the Islands. The day consists of a 62 mile bike ride from Sandwich to Provincetown, a Cape Cod Bay cruise following the ride, and an authentic Cape Cod clambake to end the day. Those who are not interested in participating in the bike ride but would still like to support The Last Gasp bikers can ride the Last Gasp party bus.
There is a $75 registration fee and $300 minimum funds raised for those wishing to participate in the Last Gasp bike race. The price includes beverages and snacks along the route, lunch at the Surf Club in Provincetown, Cape Cod Bay Cruise back to Sandwich, Authentic Cape Cod Clambake, a commemorative 2007 Last Gasp T-Shirt and a complimentary Pasta Salute admission on September 13. Space is limited, therefore only the first 300 registrants can be guaranteed a spot on the boat returning to Sandwich from Provincetown, everyone else will be transported by bus.
Those opting to ride the party bus instead will have a registration fee of $60 due by September 1. No fundraising is required but donations are gratefully accepted. Price includes the Pasta Salute, bus ride, T-shirt, and clambake.
Big Wheels are riders who generate $1,000 or more. Other sponsor levels of $2,500 and 5,000 are also available. Contact Paul Hebert at (508) 771-0885 for more information.
CHAMP Homes’ Director Paul Hebert hopes that there will be a significant increase in the number of individuals who’d like to participate in this event by competing in raising the most funds.
Charities and churches from across the Cape are invited to raise funds for their own mission by participating as an ally under the Champ Homes banner without the cost or responsibility. A small percentage of the funds they raise is shared with Champ Homes, so many good organizations can benefit from the alliance.
More information about CHAMP Homes, the Last Gasp or pledge forms can be obtained by calling (508) 771-0885 or through an email to hfac@champhouse.org.
Since its founding just 15 years ago, CHAMP Homes, a program of Housing For All Corp., has served over 1,300 Cape Cod residents with supportive and affordable housing. They in turn have provided countless hours of service to the communities and added to the growth of our economy. For more information about CHAMP Homes or to make a donation, please visit www.champhouse.org, call (508) 771-0885, or write to 82 School Street, Hyannis, MA 02601.
Evensong Coffee House organizes family concert to benefit CHAMP
Homes on June 8th
Hyannis, Mass., May 9, 2008 — Evensong Coffee House will host a very special
family concert, featuring Rani Arbo and daisy mayhem, to benefit CHAMP
Homes. The event will be held on Sunday June 8
th, from 2 to 4 pm at the SouthCongregational Church, 565 Main Street, Centerville.
This family concert is underwritten by Common Cents Bookkeeping and several
other local sponsors. Light refreshments will be served. Admission will be $10 for
adults and $5 for children.
Rani Arbo and daisy mayhem are a “gleeful string band” that always has a good
time. The Boston Globe described their music as "neo old-timey with
cosmopolitan splashes of contemporary pop and jazz." For more information
about the band:
www.raniarbo.comTickets are available at the South Congregational Church Office on Monday and
Wednesday through Friday from 9:00-2:00. Please come in and pay in person. It
is not possible to pay over the phone or hold tickets. For more information about
the event: 508-775-8332 (church) or 508-771-0885.
About CHAMP Homes/Housing For All Corporation
Currently 44 men and women enjoy CHAMP Homes in Hyannis as their home
and family. CHAMP residents are students (high school, community college and
those pursuing GEDs), Veterans, those who are specially gifted and challenged,
many are volunteers helping in the community or are employees … all are
working hard towards becoming healthy, self-sustaining, contributing members
of society.
Since Housing for All Corporation and CHAMP Homes were founded in 1991 by
Paul and Carolyn Hebert, over 1,200 individuals have experienced the
opportunity to become more independent and contributing citizens. Thanks to
CHAMP Homes, taxpayers have saved hundreds of thousands of tax dollars in
social program costs. For more information about CHAMP Homes, please visit
www.champhouse.org
, call (508) 771-0885 or write to 82 School Street, Hyannis,MA 02601.
CHAMP Homes presents six area residents and organizations with the
Third Annual Fragile Earth Awards during Award Breakfast on June
14
th, 2008Hyannis, Mass, May 10, 2008 - Paul Hebert, President/Executive Director, of
CHAMP Homes will present the Fragile Earth Awards for 2008 during a special
Award Breakfast on June 14
th, 2008 at the Osterville Methodist Church from 9a.m. to 12 noon.
This is the third year CHAMP Homes, a program of Housing For All Corporation,
is honoring local Cape Cod residents for their efforts to protect our environment.
The following recipients will be recognized during the Breakfast event:
·
Conrad Geyser of Cotuit Solar, leadership in renewable energy·
Jeff Bremner, Foreman, Chatham Transfer Station, Recycling·
Senator Rob O’Leary, for his leadership in recycling, energy andenvironment
·
Linda Doll and Neil Tanger, Christian Vegetarian Association·
Barbara Garrett Conrad and Judy Fitzpatrick of Unity Church of the LightRecycling Program
Previous recipients included: Cape Cod Community College, Martha Powers, Rob
Angell, Rona Robinson, Theresa Brosnan, Kallie Hannon, Bernard Beveridge,
Glenn Santos, Robert Spongberg, and Brenda Anderson.
To attend the Fragile Earth Awards Breakfast or for more information about the
event, please call CHAMP Homes at (508) 771-0885 or send an email to
paulb@champhouse.org
. A $10 donation is requested.Since its founding just 17 years ago, CHAMP Homes, a program of Housing For
All Corp., has served over 1,200 Cape Cod residents with supportive and
affordable housing. They in turn have provided countless hours of service to the
communities and added to the growth of our economy.
For more information about the Fragile Earth Awards or about CHAMP Homes,
visit
www.champhouse.org or call (508) 771-0885.About CHAMP Homes/Housing For All Corporation
Currently 44 men and women enjoy CHAMP Homes in Hyannis as their home and family.
CHAMP residents are students (high school, community college and those pursuing GEDs),
Veterans, those who are specially gifted and challenged, many are volunteers helping in the
community or are employees … all are working hard towards becoming healthy, self-sustaining,
contributing members of society.
Since Housing for All Corporation and CHAMP Homes were founded in 1991 by Paul and
Carolyn Hebert, over 1,200 individuals have experienced the opportunity to become more
independent and contributing citizens. Thanks to CHAMP Homes, taxpayers have saved
hundreds of thousands of tax dollars in social program costs.
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CHAMP Homes now accepts credit card donations. Click here to go to the downloadable form.
CHAMP Homes is looking for volunteers who are willing to spend a few hours a week helping to organize cans, # 1 plastics and glass at its donation recycling center on 75 School
Volunteers will receive food and staff support.
The donation recycling center is open on Mondays through Saturdays between
If interested in volunteering, please contact Paul or Carolyn Hebert at (508) 771-0885 or paul@champhouse.org