Topeka Habitat for Humanity Hosts Annual Appreciation Event and Community Awards

Topeka Habitat for Humanity will host its annual appreciation event – “Building Together.” The Building Together. Annual appreciation event will allow Topeka Habitat to celebrate and thank all of the organization’s supporters. To date, the Topeka Habitat has built 113 new homes, repaired over 500 existing homes, and served thousands of Shawnee county residents.

“We have not been able to host this event since 2020 and we are looking forward to celebrating our supporters, clients, and the community. This is our chance to acknowledge all that has been accomplished and share our plans for the future.” said Nikki MacMillan, COO. “We know that home is the key to building a brighter future and a thriving community. And everyone that supports Topeka Habitat’s mission- whether they are swinging a hammer, donating money, or shopping at our ReStore- plays an important role.”

Topeka Habitat will be recognizing a few special honorees, listed below, as well as more than 25 Topeka Habitat volunteers that served over 100 hrs in 2022. The program will also include a few guest speakers, a special performance, and Topeka Habitat’s vision for the future of housing in our community.

2023 Topeka Habitat “Building Together” Honorees:

Distinguished Board Service: Chris Stewart, TJ Brown, Lynn Owsley, and Lindsey Cray

ReStore Champion: Mona and Kent Waltmire

Donor of Distinction: McElroy's Inc.

Community Builder Award: MCP Group

Small Business Champion: Angel and Jeremy McGhee

Contractor of Excellence: Debacker's Inc.

Community Impact Award: Jayhawk Area Agency on Aging

Advocacy in Action Award: The Topeka Community Foundation and Riordan, Fincher & Mayo, P.A.

John Petterson Lifetime Service Award: Dennis Schwartz

Volunteer of the Year: Pam Bennett