FEBRUARY FREEZE SAVE THE DATE! 2/22/20
Announcing our Celebrity Dipper! Eastern Shore of Virginia Habitat for Humanity is excited to announce that Todd Burbage of Blue Water Development has agreed to serve as the 2020 Celebrity Dipper for the Annual February Freeze. Todd is committed to giving back to the Eastern Shore Community. We are thankful for his gracious support. Known for both his entrepreneurial and giving spirit, Todd Burbage has made an indelible mark on the local community. Whether it’s a multi-million-dollar commercial development project or a local philanthropic endeavor, Todd’s commitment is intense and unwavering. Todd leads his company, Blue Water Development, with an infectious sense of energy and passion, continuously pushing his team to strive for success and happiness. It’s that same dedication that continues to push Blue Water into a prosperous future, and that emboldens both himself and his employees to strengthen their community through charitable efforts.
As the youngest son of Jack Burbage, founder of Blue Water Development, Todd experienced all facets of real estate development early on. After many years of work and dedication under the guidance of his father, Todd is now an owner of the Ocean City-based real estate development and hospitality company. In addition to expanding the corporation’s portfolio, Todd is adamant about investing in the communities where Blue Water Development has projects.
A dedicated philanthropist who tirelessly supports his community with his time, resources and talent, Todd serves on the board of Taylor Bank and Worcester Preparatory School and is a past member of the board of directors for the Big Brothers Big Sisters Lower Eastern Shore Program, the Maryland Coastal Bays Program, the Peninsula Regional Medical Center Foundation and the Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore.
Todd lives in West Ocean City with his two children, Chase and Caroline, and his yellow lab, Willis. He is as comfortable leading his team as CEO as he is deep-sea fishing on his boat, The Chaser, and he's always ready with a joke or a story that can light up the room. Todd’s typical attire of jeans, a ball cap and a sport coat perfectly illustrate what he’s all about, while his giving nature, dedication to his family and welcoming spirit paint a picture of his kind heart.
Please join Todd in helping to raise sponsorships to make this year a huge success!
It’s not too soon to put your teams together. Individual dippers are also welcome. The February Freeze will be held at the Cape Charles beach on February 22, 2020. Registration will be held at Trinity United Methodist Church at 11:00 AM.
For more information please call the Eastern Shore Habitat Office at 442-4687. #ESVABeBoldGetCold #FreezinForAReason
As the youngest son of Jack Burbage, founder of Blue Water Development, Todd experienced all facets of real estate development early on. After many years of work and dedication under the guidance of his father, Todd is now an owner of the Ocean City-based real estate development and hospitality company. In addition to expanding the corporation’s portfolio, Todd is adamant about investing in the communities where Blue Water Development has projects.
A dedicated philanthropist who tirelessly supports his community with his time, resources and talent, Todd serves on the board of Taylor Bank and Worcester Preparatory School and is a past member of the board of directors for the Big Brothers Big Sisters Lower Eastern Shore Program, the Maryland Coastal Bays Program, the Peninsula Regional Medical Center Foundation and the Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore.
Todd lives in West Ocean City with his two children, Chase and Caroline, and his yellow lab, Willis. He is as comfortable leading his team as CEO as he is deep-sea fishing on his boat, The Chaser, and he's always ready with a joke or a story that can light up the room. Todd’s typical attire of jeans, a ball cap and a sport coat perfectly illustrate what he’s all about, while his giving nature, dedication to his family and welcoming spirit paint a picture of his kind heart.
Please join Todd in helping to raise sponsorships to make this year a huge success!
It’s not too soon to put your teams together. Individual dippers are also welcome. The February Freeze will be held at the Cape Charles beach on February 22, 2020. Registration will be held at Trinity United Methodist Church at 11:00 AM.
For more information please call the Eastern Shore Habitat Office at 442-4687. #ESVABeBoldGetCold #FreezinForAReason
The February Freeze is an annual event in which volunteers form teams or participate individually by getting sponsor donations to take a quick dip in the Cape Charles waters. It has been so successful in recent years due to the support of our "Celerity Dippers" and the hardy volunteers that it is our biggest fundraiser of the year.
Now is the time to start getting your team member signed up. We had such wonderful support and participation last year that the event raised over $65,000. Dippers who raise $65 or more will receive shirts and those who raise at least $35 get a hot lunch after the event. Register a team of your friends, your family, or your school or sign up to be an individual “dipper”, then sign up sponsors. Prizes will be awarded for most money raised in both individual and team categories. A parent or guardian’s written permission is needed for anyone under 18. Forms are available below and must be filled out with proper signatures before participating.
Now is the time to start getting your team member signed up. We had such wonderful support and participation last year that the event raised over $65,000. Dippers who raise $65 or more will receive shirts and those who raise at least $35 get a hot lunch after the event. Register a team of your friends, your family, or your school or sign up to be an individual “dipper”, then sign up sponsors. Prizes will be awarded for most money raised in both individual and team categories. A parent or guardian’s written permission is needed for anyone under 18. Forms are available below and must be filled out with proper signatures before participating.
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PAST EVENTS
Festival of d'Tomato-9/28/19 Thank you Lipman Family Farms and Onancock Elks for a fun festival and event. https://www.facebook.com/events/2243958075717228/ 
Hot Freeze Raises $63,000 
#ESVABeBoldGetCold We were overwhelmed by the incredible effort from our supporters on the rainy, cold day of the Freeze on 2/23. Led by Celebrity Dipper Richard Davis( top left with wife Kim) and the team from Lipman Farms, an enthusiastic group of dippers ran cheering into the frigid water. While dippers ranged in age widely, they shared a love of community and a willingness to help others. Over $63,000 was raised for ESVA Habitat through their sponsors and we are incredibly grateful to everyone who made this event so successful. The generosity of Lipman Farms and Richard Davis, Farms Manager, is unparalleled as Richard raised over $22,000 which Lipman Farms will match, with their total donation over $44,000!. 1st Place Individual Dipper -Trent Ferebee-$1905 2nd Place Individual Dipper -Tommy Gallichio-$1225 3rd Place Individual Dipper –Tie-Pastor David Kay and Dakota Horning– with $1000 each. First Place Adult Team -Northampton County Sheriff’s Department with over $8000 First Place Youth Team - Montessori Children’s House of Franktown with over $4000 We are very grateful to Trinity United Methodist Church in Cape Charles for allowing us to use their facilities and to Maui Jack’s Waterpark, Little Italy, El Maguey, Machipongo Trading Co., Subway, The Norfolk Tides, the Delmarva Shorebirds, Bojangles, Great Machipongo Clam Shack, The Island Creamery, Rancho Relaxo, Peach Street Books, Hardees, and the Corner Bakery for their prize donations. Lunch sponsors, Yuk Yuk and Joe’s, Stingrays, the Exmore Diner, Quail Cove, Joyce Holland, Pepsi and Virginia Beach Christian Church made sure that our dippers were warm and well fed after the dip. Special thanks to Chairperson Penney Holland for her tireless leadership in this event and to the entire Habitat family. See our Facebook page and newsletter for pictures. 
Celebrity Dipper Richard Davis(top left), Virginia Farm Manager for Lipman Family Farms is ready to hit the water for our February Freeze– “Freezin’ for a Reason”. Now is the time to start getting your team member signed up. We had such wonderful support and participation last year that the event raised over $35,000. Dippers who raise $65 or more will receive shirts and those who raise at least $35 get a hot lunch after the event. Register a team of your friends, your family, or your school or sign up to be an individual “dipper”, then sign up sponsors. Prizes will be awarded for most money raised in both individual and team categories. A parent or guardian’s written permission is needed for anyone under 18. Please download and print the forms prior to the event.
PREVIOUS EVENTS
It was a great night made even greater by raising more than $15,000.00 to help build our next two houses. More than 140 guests enjoyed roasted oysters, barbecued chicken, pulled pork and sides while enjoying the music of “Thrown Together”. Thanks to the generosity of donors, the silent auction included gift certificates for special dinners, stays at resorts and a private home, beautiful artwork and crafts and home baked treats.
Our sponsors, Thomas A. Arnold, Inc., Berkley & Maxine Ashby, Don and Price Clark, Coldwell Banker Harbour Realty, Andy and Tammy Mason, Steve and Beth McClaskey, Katty Mears, Moore's Portable Solutions, Wayne Parsley, Pep-Up Inc., Barb and Ben Reinoehl, Napa Auto Parts, Susan Stinson, and Dave and Lisa Tankard contributed greatly to the success of the evening. Without the planning and hard work of co-chairs Price Clark and Beth McClaskey and their volunteers it could not have happened.
Supporters joined us on Saturday June 23rd at the Oyster Room at Onley Town Center for an evening of good fun, great food, and a celebration of 30 years and 46 houses built for those in need of safe housing on the Shore.
We had some unique experiences which livened-up the auction like a 45 minute scenic flight for up to 3 people donated by Eastern Shore Aviation and a fishing trip for 2 on the Miss Jennifer. Of course there were valuable restaurant gift certificates for Bill’s Prime and Bizzottos, a bushel of crabs from Martin Seafood, retail gift certificates from Voiajers and Vernon Powell, even lodging at a campground. An oil painting by William Crockett and Box Turtle sculpture from David Turner were two of the stars of our live auction. 
The final results are in for the 2018 February Freeze and they are AMAZING! Celebrity Dippers Robie Marsh and Evelyn Shotwell (below 2nd from right) led six teams and 94 dippers into the Chesapeake Bay at Cape Charles and $35,701 in pledges was raised to help us complete our mission to complete two homes this year for families in need of safe housing on the Shore. First Place Team- Adults- Northampton County Sheriff’s Department Second Place Team-Youths-Northampton Middle School, High School, and Honor Society. Individuals: 1st Place Tommy Gallichio 2nd Place Trent Ferebe 3rd Place Jay Kellam Heartfelt thanks to the teams from Lipman Produce, VIMS, Adarondacks, Broadwater Academy, and the 4-H Club selling cocoaand to all the brave individuals who hit the water and to those who supported them with pledges. Special thanks to Chairperson Penney Holland for her tireless leadership in this event. | ||||||||
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Photos from our Events
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