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For Immediate Release                                                                                                        

Contact: Susan Hawfield 301-801-2961 (c) shawfield@rebuildingtogethermc.org

                              Ana Cimino 802-989-3490 acimino@rebuildingtogethermc.org

Rebuilding Together Montgomery County

To Revitalize 32 Homes and 5 Non profits

Rebuilding Together Montgomery County marks their 19th year of Rehabilitating the Homes of Neighbors in Need

Montgomery County, MD–10-2p.m. Over 1,000 volunteers under the auspices of RTMC will repair the homes of 32 low-income homeowners and 5 nonprofits spanning from Rockville to Damascus. RTMC is one of over 200 affiliates taking part in this nationwide effort to repair 10,000 homes this National Rebuilding Day. Our goal is to allow these families to remain living safely and independently in their homes.

One of RTMC’s 2009 Rebuilding Day recipients is Mr. Zeigler, a World War II veteran, civil rights activist and community leader. Mr. Zeigler is an energetic 90 year old man who, with his unwavering devotion to his community coupled with his fervent patriotism, helped pave the way for many Montgomery County residents. Upon his return from WWII, Mr. Zeigler became a community activist, affecting change on the local and federal level. Mr. Zeigler’s efforts have not gone unnoticed; he has received both the Humanitarian Award from the Montgomery County Human Rights Commission and the Visionary Elder Award from Howard University in 2006. In that same year, he was inducted into the Montgomery County Civil Rights Hall of Fame. This activist and soldier has dedicated his life to helping others. We are proud that his community is now returning the favor.

Mr. Zeigler has lived in his home for approximately 60 years. His age prevents needed maintenance and income prevents major structural repairs. Of late, Mr. Zeigler has been using a neighbor’s bathroom since his plumbing does not work. RTMC, in partnership with DG Liu Contracting, Inc, Sandy Spring Bank, Sears Holdings, TW Perry, Reico Kitchen and Bath, At Your Door Floor Store, Bayard Sales Corps,  Lennox and Parrish Services have begun repairing the home of Mr. Zeigler. His home will receive a new and functioning kitchen and accessible bathroom. Lennox has donated a new and more efficient HVAC system. Companies such as Ginalick Heating and Air Conditioning, Master Plumbing, Ferguson Enterprises Inc., and Kohl Building Supply should also be recognized for their support of this project. Truly, the work of RTMC is a community effort.

RTMC is coordinating 37 such projects this weekend. In total, the goal for 2009 is to make needed repairs to over 100 homes utilizing over 1500 volutneers.

If you would like to get involved with RTMC, please find out how on our website: www.rebuildingtogethermc.org

About Rebuilding Together

Rebuilding Together repairs and modifies homes for low-income families, allowing them to remain safe and independent within their own homes. Founded in 1990, Rebuilding Together Montgomery County is one of 205 affiliates of the national organization. Rebuilding Together Montgomery County has utilized over 35,400 volunteers in our 19 year history to make needed repairs on over 1,349 homes in Montgomery County. Rebuilding Together volunteers have delivered over $12.5 million in home repairs to the community. Our goal is to preserve homeownership (the most affordable housing option) in Montgomery County while striving towards a safe and healthy home for every family.

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