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SEICAA Community Action News
July– December 2011
SEICAA Rings in Holiday Season with
Generous Community Support
Inside this issue:
Insight, Grants, Energy Star
Home, Feed the Children
2
GED, Parades,
Brooklyn's’ Playground,
Bannock Civitan
3
Financial Workshop Schedule,
Stone Soup, Shop-with-a-Cop
4
Program Contact Numbers,
Upcoming Events
5
Executive Director: Debra R. Hemmert
Chairman of the Board: Cory Phelps
“SEICAA is dedicated to providing
opportunity and for individuals and
communities to thrive and reach their
fullest potential, promoting self-sufficiency
and greater economic independence
through services, education, affordable
housing, and training.”
The holiday season was a busy one at
SEICAA with the deluge of donations
from community drives and fundraisers.
SEICAA received donations from
businesses, individuals, and
organizations throughout southeast
I d a h o .
SEICAA
received
refurbished
bikes from
ISU’s Auto
Mechanics
students;
coats and clothing from ISU Business
Professionals and Potelco Credit Union;
Idaho Transportation Department
donated
gifts
for
h o m e b o u n d
seniors;
Elks Lodge
provided
food and
gifts to Veterans in the Freedom LZ
shelter; a local Eagle Scout donated
hygiene items and
blankets;
and
Sage, a student
from
In kom,
donated blankets.
In addition to
donations
for
c lothing
an d
other items for
v a r i o u s
economically disadvantaged individuals,
SEICAA received cash and food
donations as well. Monsanto generously
donated $2000 to assist with Adopt-aFamily in Bannock, Bear Lake, Caribou,
and Franklin Counties. Bank of
Commerce
donated
$2000 worth
of
nonperishable
food items;
and
Teleperformance employees donated 5 boxes of
food and 3 bags of hygiene items valued
at $400.
SEICAA’s
Franklin
C o u n t y
O f f i c e
received
a
$ 1 5 0 0
donation from Preston Drug for the
food bank. The Kiwanis Club in
Preston delivered a pick-up truck worth
of baby items to the agency.
Century High
School students
held a penny war
and
donated
proceeds
to
SEICAA.
Thank-you to our many wonderful
supporters in our community!
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In 2007, the City of Pocatello invited
SEICAA to participate in a new infill housing
program that would provide
homeownership for households earning up
to 50% Area Median Income. SEICAA
Debra R. Hemmert , welcomed the new partnership and the
chance to provide decent, safe, and
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affordable housing for everyone, and
especially those earning less than $19,500 a year for a
single adult. When first agreeing to providing
homeownership opportunities to the very low-income
population, SEICAA knew that creative financing tools and
multiple funding streams would need to be utilized.
SEICAA secured HOME funding through Idaho Housing
and Finance Association and worked with government
and private lenders to secure primary mortgages; but also
recognized an additional need for gap funding. SEICAA
partnered with Zions Bank to apply for an Affordable
Housing Program (AHP) grant from the Federal Home
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Loan Bank of Seattle. SEICAA was awarded $75,000 in
AHP to construct five three-bedroom single family homes
on land purchased with the City of Pocatello’s help.
SEICAA’s initial AHP award provided five first-time
homebuyers with additional gap they needed to make
ownership a reality. All five homebuyers utilizing AHP
funds continue to live in their homes with affordable
monthly payments. SEICAA continues the infill housing
program with other funding to continue to provide
participants with asset development and housing stability.
SEICAA has now completed 19 homes in the program with
three more in active construction. To see more about
SEICAA’s Acquisition Infill Housing Program, check out the
Federal Home Loan Bank of Seattle’s’ 2011 Annual Report
where SEICAA’s program was highlighted!
Grants Update
SEICAA received grant support from local foundations and
businesses to support program activities. SEICAA’s financial
literacy program received continued support from Key Bank
for workshops, individual credit counseling, and foreclosure
activities.
SEICAA received grant support from Idaho Power for Meals
on Wheels and Market Salvage. SEICAA received a $2000
grant from the Idaho Food Bank Fund to support fresh food
vouchers for qualifying households in Bannock County.
Feed the Children
SEICAA distributed 400 vouchers to southeast
Idaho households needing food assistance. In
September cars lined 7th Avenue in Pocatello
waiting to receive a 25
pound box of food,
water, and hygiene
items. This was the 4th
year Feed the Children
traveled to Pocatello to
assist southeast Idaho
families.
Energy Star Certified!
In December a family purchased
SEICAA’s first Energy Star Certified
home! The home, the first of three in Chubbuck,
starts a new phase in SEICAA’s Infill Program.
SEICAA is currently building homes in Lava Hot
Springs, Chubbuck, and Pocatello; all new
construction homes will receive Energy Star
Certification. These homes provide real economic
benefits to buyers as they will have lower utility
costs over the life of the home. SEICAA is
accepting applications for homes in Pocatello,
Chubbuck, Soda Springs, Preston, and Bear
Lake. This program is sponsored by HUD,
IHFA, and Community Frameworks. If you
would like more information, please contact
SEICAA at 208-232-1114 x 108 or visit
www.seicaa.org.
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“Every
accomplishment
starts with the
decision to try.”
Author Unknown
Brooklyn’s Playground
SEICCA employees paid to dress casually in the
month of August to raise
money to contribute to
the fundraising goal of
Brooklyn’s Playground.
SEICAA’s Executive
Director, Deb Hemmert,
challenged employees to
participate by pledging to match employee
donations. SEICAA employees presented $1100 to
Brooklyn’s Playground in September.
Parade Time!
SEICAA’s Weatherization Program took 1st place in
the Parade of Lights’ non-profit category! SEICAA’s
float in the ISU Homecoming Parade was driven by
our very own Benny the Bengal. SEICAA participates
in community events to increase community awareness
of agency programs and services.
Bannock Civitan Assists SEICAA
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SEICAA Homebuyer Essentials: All classes held in SEICAA’s Conference room
located at 825 E. Bridger Pocatello, unless otherwise indicated. Reservations
recommended. Call Jenifer at 232-1114 x 111. Visit www.seicaa.org for
complete course schedules.
Post-Purchase Workshop
Money Management Schedule:
February 18th: Book Class 9am-12
Pocatello:
Credit Cards and Debt
March 7th
5-7pm
Check & Loan Pitfalls
March 13th:
5-6pm
Budgeting & Savings
April 4th:
5-7pm
Check & Loan Pitfalls
April 10th:
5-6pm
Credit and Borrowing
May 2nd:
5-7pm
Check & Loan Pitfalls
May 8th
5-6pm
Find course updates at:
“Southeastern Idaho Community Action
Agency Inc.” on
or www.seicaa.org
May 12th: Summer Edition 9am-12
Fair Housing Workshop
Thursday, April 19th
9:00am-11:00am
Homebuyer
cation:
Edu-
Bannock County:
March 22, Session A
5:00pm
March 29, Session B
5:00pm
May 17, Session A
5:00pm
May 24, Session B
5:00pm
“The smallest act of kindness is worth more than the
grandest intention”
Oscar Wilde
Shop-with-a-Cop
SEICAA had another successful Stone Soup in Bannock County
with Butterburrs taking first place in the “Souper” Supper Cookoff. At Bingham County’s Stone Soup, Rupes from Blackfoot
took first place! Children played at the Carnival while their
parents enjoyed to great soup.
Face painting
Bingham County
Poky HS Junior
Civitans
The Annual Shop-witha-Cop Program had over
30 officers from
southeastern Idaho city
and county departments
volunteer a Saturday
morning to help local children shop for gifts
for their families. Participating children ate
breakfast with their law enforcement
partners, rode in the police cars to ShopKo in
Pocatello, and watched as Santa landed in a
helicopter. Children shopped with their
partners for gifts for family members and
local high school students wrapped the gifts.
Shop-with-a-Cop is not only an enjoyable
experience for local officers and children, but
also serves the dual purpose of fostering
positive interaction with law enforcement.
100 children participated.
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Programs and Services
Southeastern Idaho Community Action Agency Inc. is a private,
non-profit corporation incorporated in 1969 to combat poverty in
southeastern Idaho. SEICAA provides a network of integrated services
where no eligible person is turned away. SEICAA provides and
advocates for resources that empower Southeastern Idaho residents
to have the skills and resources necessary to improve their quality of
life and become self-sufficient. Services are provided for over 158,627
individuals throughout seven counties of southeastern Idaho.
Administration:
(208) 232-1114
Ext 101
Community Services:
(208) 233– 7348
Affordable Housing Programs:
(208) 232-1114
Ext 108
Rental Housing:
(208) 234-0966
Senior Services:
(208) 233-9677
Weatherization:
(208) 237-0991
Veteran Services:
(208) 234-2466
Financial Literacy:
(208) 232-1114 x 111
1st Annual Youth Financial and
Energy Literacy Camp
Wednesday, June 20th 8:00am
Thursday June 21st 12:00pm
SEICAA and a committee with officials from
local schools, Idaho Central Credit Union, and
community organizations, have been planning
the 1st Annual Youth Financial and Energy
Literacy Camp. In conjunction with Pocatello
Community Charter School, SEICAA will host
a 2 day workshop where children will learn
about basic budgeting, saving for college,
conserving energy, and many more helpful
tools to become more aware individuals. If you
are interested in supporting this
project or would like to
participate, please contact
SEICAA at 232-1114 x
108.
Outreach Offices:
Bannock County:
(208) 232-1114
Bingham County:
(208) 785-1583
Bear Lake County:
(208) 847-1462
Caribou County:
(208) 547-4257
Franklin County:
(208) 852-1515
Oneida County:
(208) 766-2737
Power County:
(208) 226-7330
SEICAA “ Agency in Action”
televised show informs
Pocatello community!!
Stay informed: Watch Channel 12
Wednesdays and Saturdays.
The overwhelming number of people in crisis can
be assisted with your help. Your generous tax
deductible donation is greatly appreciated. All
contributions directly benefit those needing
assistance in the SEICAA seven county service
area.
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Address
State
Telephone
Enclosed is my gift of
SEICAA
641 N. 8th Avenue
Pocatello, ID 83201
Community Action Partnership of Southeastern Idaho:
America’s Poverty Fighting Network
Visit us on the web
at: www.seicaa.org
Southeastern Idaho Community
Action Agency Inc. Board of
Directors
Cory Phelps, Chair
Rick Betzer
Private Sector
Low-Income Sector Representative
Dave Maguire, Vice Chair
Linda Shiflet
Private Sector
Low-Income Sector Representative
Suzanna Nelson, Treasurer
Mary Watkins
Private Sector
Low-Income Sector Representative
Paula Miller, Secretary
Janice Lawes
Low-Income Sector Representative
Public Sector
Steve Brown
Beverly Raymond-Ferro
Public Sector
Private Sector
Elmer Martinez
Howard Manwaring
Private Sector
Public Sector
Shonna Salter
Janie Gebhardt
Low-Income Sector Representative
Public Sector
Community Action News is a publication of the
Southeastern Idaho Community Action Agency
Articles by: Lynette Sampson & Caitlin Long
Insight: Debra R. Hemmert
Photos by: SEICAA staff
Comments and suggestions are welcome.
Please address comments to:
Marketing and Public Relations
641 N. 8th Avenue
Pocatello, Idaho 83201
Or lsampson@seicaa.org, 232-1114 Ext 113