Posted by guest blogger and Habitat for Humanity ReStore volunteer, Candace Cook:
Upon moving to Santa Barbara about 2 years ago, I researched opportunities for community involvement through volunteering and selected the Southern Santa Barbara Habitat for Humanity. Our ReStore brings into focus total community impact in conjunction with the all important human touch. I appreciate that the funds generated by our home improvement sales directly supports our affordable housing projects, giving further value to our local community and to the new home owners. The families experience security, stability and pride and in turn, they participate fully in their communities, fostering opportunities for others in ways that reach beyond their involvement with HFH. Children thrive in stable and nurturing environments, becoming the productive citizens of tomorrow and hopefully with positive impact on the communities they live and work within.
Other important components to consider when volunteering at the ReStore concern the Reduce/Reuse/Recycle/Repurpose philosophy. Less waste in our environment is involved in daily living and the Restore has diverted tons of waste from local landfills. In any economy, but especially today, our affordable home improvement products allow for property upgrades and enhancements or replacement of home, office and farm items. Investment and tenant properties can also be affordable maintained with owners purchasing ReStore's diverse and ever changing inventory.
Whether rebuilding a chicken coop or home from the recent fires, the ReStore can help make these endeavors easier and affordable for our neighbors and friends. When you donate, purchase or volunteer the end result is the human touch, making life better for all of us.
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| Candace celebrating with staff and other ReStore volunteers. |
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| Candace receiving her 300 volunteer hours pin |
Habitat for Humanity of Santa Barbara is looking for volunteers and, like Candace, you don't have to be on a build site to help build affordable homes. Click here for more information on volunteer opportunities.
