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     Habitat Happenings - October 2021 

 

A Message From Our ReStore Manager 

 
 

You think that you’re familiar with our ReStore in CMCH, but are you?

Most people see the store as our main fundraiser for our homebuilding and advocacy projects (and they’re right!), but there’s so much more going on behind the scenes. The ReStore not only provides a place for people who believe in our mission to donate their gently used furniture, homegoods, architectural salvage, and appliances, but also takes a strong conservational stance, diverting over 936,000 tons of consumable merchandise from landfills last year, and ethically disposing of unusable materials.

Not only are we taking care of the environment, we’re also taking care of our community! The ReStore impacts more than just the families whose homebuilds are funded through ReStore sales; the ReStore provides affordable goods to the community at large, creates employment opportunities, and fosters a safe and rewarding environment for our 30+ (and growing!) regular volunteers.

Oh, did we mention safety? The ReStore is not only committed to the safety of our staff and volunteers, but to the safety of our shoppers as well; we take care to test our electronics and appliances, check to make sure that potential donations are not on any recall lists, and do not accept items that are deemed unsafe. But you probably already knew that. Did you know that not only do we sanitize all of our merchandise, but that we also inspect it prior to acceptance for evidence of carpet beetle or bed bug infestation? And in case we missed anything, we have a canine inspection team come through routinely to double check our work! 

But we’re larger than just Cape May County; our community of passionate advocates spans the globe, and we tithe to international efforts to provide safe, affordable housing across the world. During the month of October the ReStore is collecting donations for Haiti disaster relief to rebuild homes devastated by the recent earthquake.

So the next time you have a dresser to donate or come see us to replace your couch, remember that we’re more than just a resale store and that it’s through your support that we can continue to make a difference.

 

Current Fundraiser

 

Upcoming Events

Unity Day

Look for our table during Unity Day at Fox Park Amphitheater in Wildwood on October 9th from 12pm to 5pm. Local churches, police and fire department, and community organizations will be uniting to provide information to the community. There will also be music, worship, free food and lots of fun. If you would like to volunteer as a Habitat representative send us an email at  elizabeth.franco@habitatcapemay.org. 

 

 
 
 
 
 

The Beer That Built The House

Building on success, the second annual House that Beer Built event has broken ground! All of your favorite local breweries have partnered up to continue their legacy of giving by wielding their beer power tools once more.

This year we’re stirring up the suspense with 10 dedicated secret brews that will be revealed all together, all at once, in one location. Get in on the tap takeover action at the Rio Station on Friday, November 5th at 6pm.

A special VIP package including early access, guaranteed seating, brewer introduction, beer sampling, merch and a raffle ticket for a swag basket available for purchase at habitatcapemay.org.

Participating breweries include: 7 Mile Brewery, Avalon Brew Pub, Bucket Brigade, Cape May Brewery, COHO Brewing Co., Cold Spring Brewery, Gusto, Ludlam Island, MudHen and Slack Tide.

 

Join Our Habitat Team

 
 

Store Associate/Stocker/Driver

The ReStore is hiring individuals who understand and support Habitat for Humanity’s mission, are able to work independently, have excellent organizational/problem solving/communication skills,  and a commitment to quality control and customer service. Donation Ambassadors will be responsible for screening and pick-up of merchandise from donors, including appliances, furniture, fixtures and building materials. Responsibilities fluctuate between driving the truck and working within the ReStore. Year-round position. Must be at least 18 years old, able to lift 75 lbs, and have a valid Driver's License with a clean record.

 
 

Habitat for Humanity Cape May County
20 Court House South Dennis Rd  | Cape May, New Jersey 08210
6094630244 | executive.director@habitatcapemay.org

 
 
 
 
 
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