One major problem for families is the unpredictable nature of the school year. We opened the Learning Lab in response to the expressed needs of the community. Launched on September 23rd, this program alleviates some of the stress parents and grandparents are feeling, and bolsters…
The House of the Carpenter has been allotted $5,000 in Neighborhood Investment Credits. These credits are available for donations of $500 or more to individuals and businesses that are required to pay taxes in WV. The credits are distributed on a first come basis and…
The HOC had a surprise visitor this week. The Rev. David Kirk, the founder of the House of the Carpenter over 50 years ago, was visiting in the area. He decided to stop by and talk about how the project has grown and developed since…
Phylis Lavelle has served on the Board of Directors for the House of the Carpenter for two 8 year terms. In her 16 years she has helped guide the project to build the new facility, make the transition in director, expand the programing, establish an…
The House of the Carpenter is pleased to announce that we have been selected to participate in the Neighborhood Investment Program. This program is managed by the State of WV. This program allows individuals, businesses or corporations that pay WV taxes can make a contribution…
The Wheeling Kiwanis have made a donation of $2,300 toward the purchase of school supplies for Madison Elementary. The school has nearly 100% poverty rate among the students and the purchase of school supplies is often a burden for the families. This donation will allow…
