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ReStore Update – Grand Opening

29 Jul

The entire Habitat for Humanity of the Great Chattanooga Area team would like to thank everyone who has supported us with our “Restore the ReStore” Campaign. We had a very successful Grand Opening yesterday (7/28/11). The celebration started with the Ribbon Cutting at 10am. We then had our Grand Opening party at 5:30pm.

Photo by: Brandan Roberts

We had a great turn out. It was inspiring to see that so many people care about their community, and show that through their support of HFHGCA. Pete Palmer, HFHGCA’s Executive Director, started the event with the welcome and thank you. Then Linda Mines, HFHGCA’s Board President, gave the prayer and remarks.

Photo by: Brandan Roberts

We were then honored by the Capital Campaign Board Chair, Barrett Taylor, who recognized all the donors and explained the elements of being a LEED certified ReStore. Drew Myer, Senior Director ReStore at Habitat for Humanity International, gave his support from Habitat for Humanity International.

Photo by: Brandan Roberts

To wrap it all up Tina Shaw Cox, Director of ReStore Operations, acknowledged and thanked everyone who helped the ReStore renovation. We would like to say a special thank you to Scott & Lisa Maclellan, the “Restore the ReStore” campaign committee, The Strauss Company, Thomas Palmer, Electric Power Board, Tennessee Valley Authority, Electric Power Research Institute, and Green Spaces.

Photo by: Brandan Roberts

We would also like to say thank you to the band, Fletcher Bright and the Dismembered Tennesseans. Everyone enjoyed the entertainment and food. The ReStore team is happy to be working in the new building and we hope you come out and see it. To find more updates about the ReStore check out their website.

Photo by: Brandan Roberts

If you would like to donate to the ReStore or have any questions please contact Tina Shaw Cox. Once again we appreciate all the support and are looking forward to the future. To find out more information about Habitat for Humanity of Greater Chattanooga Area and find out what else we are doing check out our website. To see more photos like us on Facebook.

Photo by: Brandan Roberts

ReStore Update

15 Jul

There just about two weeks away to the Grand Opening of the ReStore. It is crazy to think that after all of this time and work it is almost done. The volunteer crews have been great working lots hours to move all of the merchandise from the temporary location to our ReStore home here on Main Street.

All of the appliances, furniture, tools, building supplies, etc are at the new ReStore. Now we just have to organize it all. We are working on putting all the merchandise in neat and organized shelves to help the shopping experience.

We also want to make the ReStore a pleasant experience for shoppers, donors, and volunteers. This new ReStore will be able to give that with all of the new features. I am excited to see everyone’s expressions on the Grand Opening.

We have really outdone ourselves with the new ReStore and I think you are going to love it. Just remember from now until July 26 the ReStore is closed so we can get everything together. I do invite you to come to our Grand Opening on the 28th at 5:30 pm.

If you would like to donate to the ReStore or have any questions contact Tina Shaw Cox (423-756-0507 ext 20) or visit our website. This update is a huge project and we want to thank all of our donors and volunteers. We still need help though, so please contact Tina to learn what you can do.

ReStore Update – Shelving

8 Jul

We are getting closer and closer to the Grand Opening of our new and improved LEED certified ReStore. The Grand Opening will be on the 28th at 5:30 pm. The most recent thing the crews have been working on it shelving.

They have put selves in the middle to create isles as well as along the walls. It looks really great and it will look even better when we get all the merchandise into the new building.  Because of this move the ReStore will be closed from July 12 till the 26.

If you would like to volunteer with this moving process please contact Dawn Hjelseth. We need a lot of volunteers to help build more shelves and to move all the merchandise from the temporary ReStore back here. This has been a great project, but it does cost a lot of money. If you would like to donate please contact Tina Shaw. If you have any other questions please visit our website or call us at 423-756-0507. Help us Restore the ReStore! And help make the Chattanooga ReStore the first LEED certified ReStore in the country!

ReStore Update

24 Jun

In just about a month we will be having our New LEED Certified ReStore Grand Opening! The crew has accomplished a lot. We have new solar-powered lights for our parking lot. They are huge and work great.

We also have a beautiful sign painted on the side so everyone know who we are.

Tina and Amy planted gorgeous flowers last week to give the ReStore more appeal. They did a great job! Thanks Tina and Amy.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Even the inside of the ReStore looks so great. With better lights and fans, our new ReStore has a feeling of a real home store like Lowe’s or Home Depot.

The ReStore is also putting in new and improved bathrooms. They are quite spacious, I can’t wait to see what they will look like when finished.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The crew also installed showroom lights so you can really see the appliances and cabinets. It will also help brighten up the entire ReStore.

The ReStore Grand opening is Thursday July 28, 2011 at 5:30 pm. Fletcher Bright and the Dismembered Tennesseans will be performing starting at 6:00 pm.

If you have any questions or would like to donate to the ReStore please contact Tina Cox or visit our website.  Help us Restore the ReStore! And help make the Chattanooga ReStore the first LEED certified ReStore in the country!

 

 

ReStore Update – Trees and Gate

10 Jun

Wow! It is crazy to think than in just about a month, we will be opening our new LEED certified ReStore.  The construction crew is doing the last couple of things and really making the ReStore look great. One thing that is making the ReStore look nicer is the new trees. Trees and bushes are planted all around the ReStore and parking lot.

 

Another big addition to the ReStore is the gate. This will help keep the building and all the merchandise safe.

Look back at more of our ReStore updates on the blog.

The new ReStore should be open in July and we are so exited. If you are interested in supporting the Restore Fund campaign contact Tina Shaw Cox at (423)756-0507 ex.20 or at tshaw@habichatt.org. Help us Restore the ReStore! And help make the Chattanooga ReStore the first LEED certified ReStore in the country!

ReStore Update – New lights and siding

3 Jun

It is HOT outside!!! Yet our ReStore crew is still working hard! Everything is coming along great and it is starting to look like a store. The crew is working on putting new siding on.

They have also installed the new lights and working on putting the bulbs in. You can see already how much it has improved from the old ReStore. Check out our other updates to see how much work as been down already. May 6,May 20, and May 27.

The new ReStore should be open in July and we are so exited. If you are interested in supporting the Restore Fund campaign contact Tina Shaw Cox at (423)756-0507 ex.20 or at tshaw@habichatt.org. Help us Restore the ReStore! And help make the Chattanooga ReStore the first LEED certified ReStore in the country!

Update on the ReStore and our new parking lot!!!

27 May

Thank God its Friday! You know what that means… A RESTORE UPDATE!!!! The crew is out and it is looking great. They are continuing to work on the roof and make sure everything is perfect.

They are making sure that everything is exact and straight. They are doing a fantastic job and we want to thank them for all of their hard work. Can’t wait to see the finished product!

HFHGC also has a NEW PARKING LOT!!! No more gravel! It is paved and it looks beautiful.

I was very excited when I was able to park my car there today.

For more information about HFHGC visit our website. If you would like to volunteer, donate, or have any questions please feel free to contact Dawn Hjelseth @ dstoike@habichatt.org. We would love to hear from you.

ReStore UpDate: The Walls are Going Up!

2 Mar

The walls are going up today! (Reusing some of the old concrete block, too!) Check out these pictures:

 

 

A-1 Surplus Wins ReStore Donation Drive

5 May

David Stoner of A-1 Salvage recieves his gift card from Tina Shaw Cox - ReStore Director

A-1 Surplus is the winner of Habitat for Humanity of Greater Chattanooga ReStore’s 3rd Annual Spring Donation Drive sponsored by the Hixson Lowe’s.  David Stoner, owner of A-1 Surplus, donated over 17 pallets worth of brand new ceramic tile to the ReStore.

“Habitat for Humanity of Greater Chattanooga ReStore is thrilled to begin working with A-1 Surplus.  It’s folks like David and others who allow us to serve the community on a daily basis.  We look forward to working with them for upcoming projects” says Tina Shaw-Cox, ReStore Director with Habitat for Humanity of Greater Chattanooga. “During the drive we took in 7 full truck loads of assorted new and recycled building materials and home supplies.  Thanks to community generosity, the ReStore is stocked full of new and useful products.”

“We have been very fortunate to have a start up business in this economy and to have had such a good customer clientele.  It is a real pleasure to work with a great organization like Habitat for Humanity” says A-1 Surplus owner David Stoner.

The Habitat for Humanity of Greater Chattanooga ReStores takes in new and recycled building materials and home goods and sells them to the public at 50-75% off retail costs.  In most cases, these building materials and home goods would be  discarded.  The ReStore provides a resource for individuals, remodelers, contractors, and local companies to donate their items at no cost and receive a tax-deductible donation receipt as well.  Revenue from the ReStore’s sales helps Habitat meet operational costs and supports the construction of homes for low-income families.

Habitat for Humanity of Greater Chattanooga’s ReStore is located at 1201 East Main Street, Chattanooga, TN 37408.  Their hours are Wednesday through Saturday, 9 am- 4pm.  The store can be reached at (423)-634-1004.

ReStore’s 3rd Annual Spring Donation Drive

15 Mar

With Spring just around the corner, its time to make room in that garage or workshop!  Donate usable windows, hardware, lumber, appliances, cabinetry, tools, paint, furniture, and doors to Habitat for Humanity of Greater Chattanooga’s ReStore from March 27 to April 17 and have a chance to win  a $500 Lowe’s Gift Card – for the largest donation of materials.

Proceeds from the ReStore benefit Habitat for Humanity of Greater Chattanooga’s efforts to build simple, decent, affordable and safe homes in partnerships with low-income families.

Donations will be accepted:

  • 9  a.m. to 2 p.m., Wed -Sat. at the ReStore at 1201 East Main Street, Chattanooga.
  • 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturdays only – March 27 to April 17 at the Hixson, TN Lowe’s.

Questions?  Call the ReStore at 634-1004.

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