The Construction Committee oversees the construction practices and techniques for Habitat homes, helps obtain in-kind donations and provides feedback on materials used during construction.  It also serves as a liaison to the regular construction volunteers who support Habitat for Humanity of Evansville.

Meets: Bi-Monthly

Members
Elmer Berberich, Kim Butcher, Earl Hartgrove, Ray Lambert, Steve Peters, John Phipps, Sandy Smith-Jones, and Bruce Wright
 

The Development Committee works to secure the financial resources to advance the mission and ministry of Habitat for Humanity of Evansville. Its members approach individuals and groups for support and understand core principles of development and human motivation. For more information or to volunteer, contact Sr. Jane Michele McClure, development director, at (812) 423-5623, ext. 26, or email her.

Committee Responsibilities
• Cultivate relationships with individuals, churches, businesses and civic groups and solicit house sponsorships and other major gifts.
• Provide oversight to all fundraising programs of Habitat for Humanity of Evansville, including all annual giving, capital giving and planned giving programs.

Meets: Bi-Monthly

Members
Amy Romain Barron, Bill Bussing, Harold Calloway, J.P. Engelbrecht, Mike Hull, Sr. Jane Michele McClure, Bob Nicholson, John B. Phipps, Leanne Pritchett, Lori Reed, Steve Thomas, Steve Titzer, and Scott Wittman
 

This committee helps recruit and select the families that are presented to the Board of Directors for approval to become part of the Habitat for Humanity of Evansville program. Members visit individual families and then report back their findings to the committee during its regular meeting. Much of the work of this committee is performed outside the actual meeting, as family visits are conducted routinely during the evening and on weekends. Training and support is provided. For more information or to volunteer, contact Jenny Wuchner, finance director/office manager, at (812) 423-5623, ext. 22, or email her.

Meets: The fourth Monday of each month at 5:15 p.m.

Members
Marcia Ballard, Pat Bartlett, Jeff Byrne, Vera Campbell, Jacqueline Hardin, Merry Jane Hudasek, Alice Huus, Kathie Lindsey, Mag Lindsey, Julie Mehringer, Rev. F.P. Miller, Pearlie Miller, Monica Stinchfield, Susan Weis, and Jennifer Wuchner
 

The Interfaith Council is an advisory group with broad representation from a diverse group of faith communities in Evansville. Habitat for Humanity of Evansville strives for representation on the Interfaith Council from all major Christian and non-Christian faiths. Council members serve as advocates for the Habitat ministry and work to make simple, decent and affordable housing for all people a matter of conscience and action. For more information or to volunteer, contact Sr. Jane Michele McClure, development director, at (812) 423-5623, ext. 26, or email her.

Committee Responsibilities
• Encourage prayer, volunteer and financial support of Habitat ministry in respective faith communities and in the community at large
• Assist in the planning, marketing and implementation of annual Ministerial Breakfast, Building on Faith observance and other activities that enhance Habitat's faith relations program
• Promote an attitude of mutual respect and appreciation for all faith traditions

Meets:  Quarterly
Members
Sue Barancik, Vera Campbell, Carolyn Carter, David Cook, Don Diekmann, Lois Duncan, Merry Jane Hudascek, Sr. Jane Michele McClure, Rev. F.P. Miller, Nanda Ravipati, Lori Reed, Carl Schofield, and Jim Smith
 

The Late Pay committee works with Habitat homeowners that are behind in mortgage payments to get back on track.  The committee monitors and actively manages past due accounts to ensure homeowners are successful in making mortgage payments.

Meets:  Reviews reports monthly and meets as needed

Members
John B. Phipps, Scott Wittman, and Lori Reed
 

The Partner Family Council strengthens and expands the community's understanding of the Habitat program and provides leadership for continued improvement of the Habitat ministry. The Council voices partner family concerns and offers input on programs and plans to Habitat leadership.

Meets: Once a year in July

Members
Wendy Allen, Emily Baxter, Sherri Beasley, Cynthia Bennett, Carisa Campbell, Donna Cook, Brian and Laurie Grimm, Ruby Hall, Arlene Jackson, Rhonda Jackson, Amy Kost, Yolanda Norman, Carl and Angela Sanders, Larry Tomlinson, Rosie Watterson
 

The Pastors Advisory Council makes recommendations to the Habitat for Humanity of Evansville leadership regarding future plans and programs and offers suggestions on how the ministry could be more responsive to community needs. It also meets with the keynote speaker of the Ministerial Breakfast prior to the breakfast to give feedback and propose ways the annual gathering could be improved.

Meets: Once a year in mid-May

Members
Rev. Jack Arney (Crossroads Christian Church), Rev. Eric Cummings (Crossroads Christian Church), Rev. Dennis Davenport (Eastminster Presbyterian Church), Rev. Roger Duncan (Greater St. James Missionary Baptist Church), Rev. Joe Easley (Central United Methodist Church), Rev. Joe Fraccaro (Bethel United Church of Christ), Rev. Bob Hetzel (Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church), Rev. Pat Jackson (Fairlawn United Methodist Church), Rev. Harlan Taylor (Little Valley Baptist Church), Rev. Alex Zenthoefer (Holy Rosary Catholic Church)

For more information or to volunteer, contact Sr. Jane Michele McClure, development director, at (812) 423-5623, ext. 26, or email her.
 

The Public Relations Committee promotes awareness about Habitat for Humanity of Evansville and the need for affordable housing to the entire community. For more information or to volunteer, contact Lydia Johnson, community relations director, at (812) 423-5623, ext. 21, or email her.

Committee Responsibilities
• Assist other Habitat committees in promoting their messages as requested

Provide guidance for communication strategies
• Assist Habitat staff on planning functions, such as donor luncheons, annual sponsor dinners and You Otter Recycle Your Cans day at the Evansville Otters
• Assist Habitat staff as needed on creation of promotional items
• Support the Speaker’s Bureau by scheduling events and through presentations

Meets:  Second Monday of each month at noon

Members
Emily Belcher, Julie Couch, Amber Embrey, Suzanne Hilbert, Rick Jillson, Lydia Johnson, James Long, Lori Reed, Heidi Wagner and Neil Young
 

The Real Estate Committee secures building sites for Habitat houses.  The committee meets periodically to assess land acquisition in various parts of the city and prepare for government surplus and tax sales.  Members of the Site Selection Committee are responsible for defined areas of the city to monitor for potential lot acquisition.

Meets:  Periodically as needed

Members
Butch Feulner, Scott Wittman