So far round-ups in the store have been $426.15 which is now doubled to have raised $852.30 since August 1st, 2024
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Thank you to all our valued customers and our generous donor!
It takes the work of many hands to make a dream come true!
If you are interested in helping to build a dream please contact Habitat to see how you to can be a part of something this special!
Habitat for Humanity of Grays Harbor Store is still fighting to keep its store open.
Dear Friends of Habitat,
Habitat for Humanity of Grays Harbor Store thanks you for 24 years of support and patronage. The Store, a nonprofit home improvement retailer that sells gently used furniture, appliances, home décor, and building materials that have been donated, is essential to our organization’s ability to build affordable homes for low-income Grays Harbor families.
We are very sad to report that the Store is in trouble. With increases in the costs of employee wages, utilities, and gas, plus a shortage of volunteers, we are struggling to keep the store open. While we currently continue to operate and accept the donations that help cover the costs of building more homes, we are still formulating a plan on how to deal with the
increased costs of maintaining the store.
The past couple years have felt like one punch after another. The first blow came in 2020 when Habitat was faced with massive cutbacks in volunteers due to virus concerns, those volunteers have not returned. This forced us to pay for hired contractors and staffing for our building projects that would normally be volunteer-driven. The next hit was the lengthy mandatory closure of the store during the pandemic, cutting off our primary source of funding. The third blow came with construction delays caused by pandemic-induced supply-chain breakdowns. What could have been the knockout punch was the spike in construction costs. Lumber prices increased by over 300%. Hired labor due to a lack of volunteers cost us additional funds and other building supply expenses increased. None of these extra costs were predicted. Habitat for Humanity, through store proceeds, fundraisers, grants, and contracts, helps affiliates subsidize mortgages for Habitat homes. Families build these homes alongside volunteers and staff and then pay off through a no-interest mortgage that cannot exceed 30% of the homeowners’ monthly income.
We refuse to be knocked out. When several families who were previously approved for a finance package would no longer qualify due to the increased cost of the homes, Habitat for Humanity of Grays Harbor absorbed much of the extra costs through forgivable second mortgages. These typically do not get paid unless a family moves or sells their home before paying off their first mortgage. While we were able to keep our heads, and those of the families we support, above water, this is not a sustainable way to continue building homes, as it takes away from funds saved up to finance the next homes to be build.
We are no longer trying to stay ahead of the game. We can only focus on staying alive. Store sales have dropped significantly this year, and we have already had to take the heartbreaking step of reducing our staff. Now we need help from the community in Grays Harbor County to keep the doors of the store open. We need YOUR help! Shop in the Store, round up, volunteer, and donate items. Please help us keep the Habitat Store in Grays Harbor alive.
We are working hard on staying open. We need you if you want to keep the Habitat Store in Grays Harbor!
We can’t do it without YOU!
Darlene Triggs
Executive Director
If you have questions on how you can help, please email me at director@graysharborhabitat.com or call 360-533-8090.
www.graysharborhabitat.com
Thank you to the donors & volunteers who come together with a big heart and helping hands. We can only do what we do, when you do what you do!
NOTICE!
Donations at our Store Monday-Friday 11 am to 3 pm.
Thank you for supporting Habitat for Humanity of Grays Harbor!
How does the Habitat Store divert items from landfills?
You may already know about Habitat for Humanity of Grays Harbor and how it provides affordable housing to local families. But you might be surprised how shopping and supporting the Store home improvement outlets helped divert over 300,000 pounds of refuse from being thrown in landfills for 2023.
Habitat for Humanity Grays Harbor Store, located in Hoquiam, provides the public with new and gently used home improvement products and building materials. From lighting, furniture, doors, windows, appliances, cabinets, and tools, it’s the perfect place to shop for deals on small projects or your upcoming home remodel.
When items are donated to the Store from individuals, building supply stores, contractors, or other businesses, they are then sold at a discounted price to the public. Items too nice to throw away, can now be enjoyed again or upcycled.
It gets better
The Habitat Store volunteers also collect and sort metals that can be recycled from non-salable items. Copper tubing, faucets, and other items are broken down and separated into buckets.
Discounts for customers
Tuesday is a 20% discount for Seniors
Thursday is a 25% discount for Veterans and First Responders
Our Vision:
A world where everyone has a decent place to live.
Our Mission:
Seeking to put God's love into action, Habitat for Humanity brings people together to build homes, communities, and hope.
Store Hours:
Monday - Friday 9:00 a.m. - 5 :00 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday - Closed
Visit our store to find amazing bargains you won't find anywhere else.
Monday - Friday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday - Closed
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Drop Off Time: Monday - Saturday
11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
The Habitat Store is located at 3005 Simpson Ave, Hoquiam, WA 98550.