This summer a gal I know asked me if I'd like to volunteer for Habitat here in Northeast CT. I'd never had the time to do something like this, so I jumped right on it.
Everyone knows that Habitat for Humanity helps provide housing.
Our motto: "Habitat for Humanity of Northeast Connecticut promotes home ownership with volunteers building houses in partnership with residents in need of adequate housing".
There is also a Habitat ReStore located right here in Putnam, on Providence St. It is just about a mile from my home, so I have a nice walk to and from it on the days I volunteer.
As with most places, you get to know your coworkers, frequent customers, and you learn a few more things along the way, as well as having some laughs.
Things are donated to the ReStore by folks just like you and me, or by nearby businesses, such as Lowe's in our case.
Donations include: appliances (stoves, dishwashers, washers, dryers, refrigerators, air conditioners, etc.), furniture, sinks, flooring, tools, light fixtures, doors, windows, cabinets.
The ReStore sells to ANYONE! We are open to the public. Many things are brand new, and many are in various stages of "used". The prices are incredible. You always get a great deal.
Putnam's ReStore is open: Thurs 4-7pm, Fri & Sat 9am-2pm, Sun 10am-2pm
The funds made help to build more affordable local housing.
Encourage people you know that are looking to remodel/redo something to come and see if they can buy that item for a great deal at the ReStore. On the flip side, get them to donate their old item.
Check out our website: Habitat of Northeast CT
I am a Putnamaniac because I love to walk down and volunteer at the ReStore whenever I can!
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