Woman inspecting a washing machine while shopping in a Habitat ReStore

How do Habitat ReStores support Habitat for Humanity?

With nearly 900 stores in 49 states, chances are you’ve come across a Habitat ReStore. However, Habitat ReStores are more than just resale stores — they support Habitat for Humanity’s mission in important ways.

How Habitat ReStores serve Habitat

The proceeds from Habitat ReStores go to the community’s Habitat for Humanity office. Then, the funds can be put to work in the local community. Additionally, the Habitat offices can put these funds toward their tithe, which helps Habitat provide decent shelter around the world.

When you support your local Habitat ReStore, you help families in your community partner with your local Habitat affiliate and you enable Habitat to work in other parts of the world.

Find your local Habitat ReStore
Find your local Habitat ReStore

Give back to your community and help families around the world.

How you can help Habitat ReStores

Inventory changes often at Habitat ReStores because much of the merchandise for sale comes from donations; what is for sale is based on what is donated. If you have been cleaning out your garage or are looking to replace your gently used furniture, Habitat ReStore may be the place for you to donate the items you are no longer using. For other items you can donate, see our article on “8 Things to donate when renovating,” and you can even check to see if you can have your donation picked up for free.

After donating at Habitat ReStore, stick around to do a little shopping. Just as your donations provide the items that stores sell, your purchases provide the proceeds that go to provide decent places to live.

Habitat ReStores also are always looking for great volunteers to help in this process. Get in touch with your local Habitat ReStore today to see how you can help by shopping, donating and volunteering.

Why Habitat ReStores are unique

If you’ve been to more than one Habitat ReStore, you’ve probably noticed that, unlike many home improvement stores, ReStores all look different. The stores have different layouts and stock different items. In fact, if you’ve visited the same store more than once, you’ve probably noticed that the items for sale change from day to day – or even hour to hour.

This individuality is what makes Habitat ReStore unique. Since stores are run by local Habitat affiliates, each one is specifically catered to best serve its local area. There’s no one-size-fits-all mentality here; every Habitat ReStore knows how to best serve their specific community.