The nationwide Meaning of Home Habitat Canada writing contest is set to conclude on February 24th.
Students in grades 4, 5, and 6 have been tasked with articulating the significance of what home means to them through poems or short essays.
Three grand prize winners, one from each grade, will secure a $30,000 grant for their chosen local Habitat home build.
Habitat Northumberland CEO Cathy Borowec told us about the submissions.
In collaboration with local Realtors®, Jennifer Lean-Gadbois and Nikki Kelly, additional cash prizes of $150 will be awarded to three participating classes.
Melissa Morrison of Habitat Northumberland told us Nikki and Jenn are showing their support again this year.
Cathy Borowec applauded their efforts, and those of the students, in raising awareness for affordable housing in Northumberland.
Even if an entry doesn’t win a prize, it will make a significant contribution to Habitat for Humanity. Melissa Morrison explained.
With every student entry, a $10 donation towards Habitat Northumberland is made, so of course our local Habitat for Humanity is hoping that every eligible student in the area will participate.
The Meaning of Home contest, founded by Sagen in 2007 (Meaning of Home Student Contest – Habitat for Humanity Canada), has raised over $2.3 million to aid in building decent and affordable housing across Canada.
Last year’s contest garnered over 12,000 entries, raising over $302,000. The contest would not be possible without the generous support of Founding Sponsor Sagen. Thanks to their investments, students have an opportunity to give back to their communities in an engaging and meaningful way.
The 2024 winners will be announced in May.
Want more information? Teachers or parents can also contact Melissa Morrison, Community and Fund Development Coordinator for Habitat for Humanity Northumberland (mmorrison@habitatnorthumberland.ca, 289-252-0999 x 29).
Written by Joseph Goden
