As Minnesotans look forward to the early signs of spring, many of our neighbors struggle to keep their homes warm during this winter’s record-breaking lows. Gene Hedy, a Vietnam veteran and widower, also recently lost his son, a veteran who served in Afghanistan. Like many of our A Brush With Kindness partner families, one major hurdle Gene faces to stay in his home is his failing heating system.
Pronto Heating and Air Conditioning, a Twin Cities based company, is mobilizing its customers and partners through social media, to help Gene replace his failing system.
“Working with Habitat Twin Cities gives us a great opportunity to grow our connection with the community, while giving tangible help to someone who is facing hardship,” said Pronto’s President, Wade Sedgwick.
“Our in-kind partners like Pronto are truly inspiring,” said Mark Turbak, Twin Cities Habitat’s in-kind donations coordinator. “Their support is absolutely integral to controlling our costs so we can help more families like Gene’s.”
In-kind donations from corporate partners are integral in helping Habitat build over 50 new homes and preserve an additional 150 homes each year. To learn more about Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity’s in-kind and pro-bono sponsorship opportunities and benefits, contact Mark Turbak at (612) 305-7120 or e-mail mark.turbak@tchabitat.org.
You can also show your support of Pronto's "Share the Warmth" campaign via social media by visiting their Facebook Page.
About Pronto:
Pronto Heating and Air Conditioning is a local family business owned by Wade and Greg Sedgwick. With 55 years of experience in the heating and cooling business, the Sedgwick brothers have built a company with exceptional customer service and technical expertise. Pronto proudly serves the greater Twin Cities and surrounding suburbs, installing energy-efficient HVAC systems and other home comfort products, as well as servicing all brands of furnaces, air conditioners and water heaters. Pronto can be contacted at 952-835-7777 for a free estimate from one of their friendly advisors, or by booking an appointment online on their website http://www.prontoheat.com.
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