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Founders
Day Celebration LunchEON

Honoring Our Framework, Celebrating Our Impact

Thursday, September 18, 2025 • 11:30 a.m.
The Desenberg • 251 E. Michigan Avenue, Kalamazoo

Community Homeworks invites you as our special guest to attend our 2025 Founders Day Celebration Luncheon, held annually on the anniversary of our inception. This annual tradition brings together neighbors, partners, and supporters to celebrate our collective impact and learn more about the our work. 

Your support continues to be integral to our journey serving local homeowners. This year’s program features an neighborhood panel discussion, special recognitions, and fresh insights into the state of housing in our community.

Program Highlights

Welcome Remarks – Sean Welsh, Regional President, PNC Bank

Panel Discussion: Neighborhood Voices – Perspectives on Housing and Homeownership

Moderated by Hannah Clark, Associate Director, Community Homeworks

Featuring:

Arturo Puckerin, Eastside Neighborhood Association

Steve Walsh, Vine Neighborhood Association

2025 Advocates of the Year Honorees

Jamauri Bogan & Christopher Miller

Consumers Energy Foundation Special Announcement

Special Presentation: The Local Housing Picture: 5 Things to Know
Presented by Emily Petz, WE Upjohn Institute

2025 Housing Champion of the Year: Kalamazoo County Housing Department


2025 Presenting Sponsor

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Event Details

Date: Thursday, September 18, 2025

Time: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Location: The Desenberg, 251 E. Michigan Avenue, Kalamazoo

Capacity: Limited to 130 guests

RSVP Deadline: September 12, 2025

Reserve your seat today and join us in honoring those who continue to make housing stability possible for our neighbors.

📞 Call (269) 998-3275
📧 Email info@communityhomeworks.org
💻 Register online: Using the “register” icon below

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