Help others by donating unwanted household items to Habitat for Humanity ReStore
Photo by: habitatforhumanity
-Leonard B., Ypsilanti.
It’s great that you don’t want to leave the washer and dryer for the landfills. Although they probably could be sold, there is great place in which you can get rid of both machines and help a great cause, right here in our back yard. The Habitat for Humanity ReStore is located at 170 Aprill Drive, Suite A, Ann Arbor, MI 48103.
According to Vic Whipple, Habitat for Humanity Community Relations Manager, the Restore collects donated household items such as furniture, appliances, doors, windows and, yes, even toilets amongst other things. Then the items are sold, and 100 percent of the proceeds are funneled directly back into the local Habitat for Humanity of Huron Valley affiliate to pay for expenses related to building affordable housing in Washtenaw County.
Last year, Joe Gagnon, The Appliance Doctor, and myself were privileged enough to have our radio programs remotely broadcasted in their store. At this time, we were able to take a “behind the scenes” look at the operations and witness the dedication and commitment of their employees and the effort they put into making the community a better place. The ReStore will take the household items, clean and repair if necessary, and then resell to help others here in Washtenaw County.
The ReStore can be reached at 734-677-1558, and they will set a time to pick up your washer and dryer so you can sleep well knowing that that you helped a neighbor in the local community. They also have positions available for volunteering.
Paul is a State of Michigan Licensed Builder. Paul serves as President and founding member of Nationally franchised HandyPro Handyman Service, servicing Washtenaw, Wayne and Oakland Counties. www.handypro.com. Listen to Paul every Saturday at 11 a.m. on “It’s Your Home, Let’s Talk About It” WAAM Talk 1600AM. Email questions or comments to kpaul@handypro.com.
Comments
Steph Schmoldt
Thu, Jan 27, 2011 : 7:17 p.m.
As a long time ReStore shopper (finished basment, re-did garage, couch and recliner- all ReStore style) they seem to be undergoing a lot of changes. The Store has become more organized, expanded staff and volutneer help, pricing "adjustments" and have great NEW stuff. It seems the NEW stuff is overstock carpet tiles, recycled paint from a Michigan company, cabinets from a Dexter company, expanded new tools. I also LOVE R.A.A- but while the stores have some overlap in items they do "specalize" in different things, and either way the $ spent at either one goes to some great things!
Epengar
Sun, Jan 23, 2011 : 2:48 p.m.
I've been to the ReStore much more recently than jns131, and didn't have any problem getting help. It's great that we have two re-use options in town.
jns131
Sat, Jan 22, 2011 : 4:47 p.m.
I haven't been in there in years. But yes, you do find things you can do to help remodel your home with, save money and yes, help the community. Although the last time I was in? I could find prices for certain things. Plus no one to help me out. Great place, but needs to be a bit better organized.
Ryan Munson
Sat, Jan 22, 2011 : 5:22 a.m.
Most things are cheaper at the ReStore than what you would find at Lowe's--and are donated btw.
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Fri, Jan 21, 2011 : 5:21 p.m.
The Habitat for Humanity ReStore is a nice idea, however, the few times i've stopped in there, the stuff is WAY overpriced imo.
Chimay
Fri, Jan 21, 2011 : 2:31 p.m.
Items such as these can also be taken to the ReUse Center on South Industrial. The ReUse Center is an Ann Arbor business and 100% of the profits go to waste reduction and environmental education programs ... right here in Ann Arbor. For more info: <a href="http://www.recycleannarbor.org/?module=Page&sID=reuse-center" rel='nofollow'>http://www.recycleannarbor.org/?module=Page&sID=reuse-center</a>