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HABITAT NYC OPENS NEW YORK CITY’S FIRST EVER RESTORE New York, May 14, 2015 —Habitat for Humanity New York City will cut the ribbon on the first ever ReStore location in New York City on June 13. The Habitat NYC ReStore has something for everyone, this 3,500 square foot retail space will be an affordable home improvement center offering a variety of building materials including appliances, furniture, hardware and other discounted merchandise. Profits from the store directly support Habitat NYC in its mission to build affordable homes in New York City.
The ReStore is stocked with inventory donated by individuals, major retailers, designers and contractors so the product selection is updated every day! Shoppers looking for great deals will also be supporting a great cause. The ReStore, which is the first of its kind in New York City, is conveniently located at 62-01 Northern Blvd. in Woodside, Queens at the intersection of the BQE, exit 41. “We are proud to bring ReStore to New York City thanks to our donors and volunteers. This retail store is an extension of Habitat for Humanity New York City and will provide our organization with invaluable support, helping us to continue serving the community,” said Alex Havriliak, Acting CEO of Habitat for Humanity New York City. The proceeds from Habitat NYC’s ReStore will support home building and repair projects for lowincome, hardworking families in all five boroughs. In addition to acting as a self-sustaining funding source for Habitat NYC, the ReStore is also good for the environment. Each year a ReStore can save up to 309 tons of waste from ending up in landfills. Customers will not only support families through shopping, they will also help keep New York City green. “The ReStore is a great resource for New Yorkers who care about keeping New York City green. Building environmentally friendly homes is a priority for Habitat NYC and the ReStore helps provide a space where customers can help make an impact on the environment just by shopping,” said Habitat NYC Board Chair Christine McGuiness. The Habitat NYC ReStore will hold a Grand Opening event on Saturday, June 13, from 10:00am – 5pm with the ribbon cutting ceremony taking place at 10:30am. This event will be open to the public and will feature sales, giveaways and shopping!
The ReStore will be open every Wednesday thru Sunday from 9am – 5pm, with an extended closing at 7pm on Thursdays. Homeowners, contractors and businesses that donate items will receive a tax-deductible receipt. A list of acceptable items for donation is available at www.habitatnyc.org/restore. To volunteer, donate or find out more about Habitat’s ReStore, call 212-991-4000 ext. 399 or e-mail restore@habitatnyc.org. Habitat for Humanity New York City ReStore 62-01 Northern Blvd. Woodside, Queens 11377 212-991-4000 ext. 399 Restore@habitatnyc.org
About Habitat for Humanity New York City Habitat for Humanity New York City transforms lives and our city by building quality homes with families in need and by uniting all New Yorkers around the cause of affordable housing. With the help of thousands of volunteers every year, Habitat NYC has served more than 380 families in the five boroughs of New York City with their permanent housing needs. For more information, please visit www.habitatnyc.org
Media Contact: Sarah Fox Tracy Director of Marketing & Communications stracy@habitatnyc.org 212-991-4000 ext. 305