The Atlanta Board of REALTORS Raise $29,000 for Habitat for Humanity at Annual FUNdraiser

Staff Report From Metro Atlanta CEO

Tuesday, April 26th, 2016

The Atlanta Board of REALTORS premier fundraising event of the year, the ABR FUNdraiser was held April 21, at the Capital Grille in Dunwoody. More than 300 members rallied together to raise over $29,000, to aid in the association's fundraising efforts to build its 15th Habitat for Humanity home.

The purpose of the partnership with Habitat, is to promote the value of homeownership and the financial stability that comes from owning a home. The annual FUNdraiser allows ABR members to raise money for a community service project that directly relates to our industry. All proceeds from the event will benefit Habitat for Humanity - Atlanta Chapter and the ABR Educational Foundation.

The event featured fine cuisine, a live band, the opportunity to bid on donated items, participate in raffles and a cash drawing for two $5,000 prizes.