batc foundation
give to the max day
reHouse is now Builders WareHouse
The BATC Foundation participated in the 2014 Give to the Max Day on November 14. Despite technical difficulties which kept the statewide site down for several hours, many of you managed to log on and support your Foundation. We had a huge increase over our 2012 total – partly due to a $2,000 gift by Bell Mortgage. Our final total was $3,825.
The name has changed, but not the concept. reHouse is now Builders WareHouse! Our first sale was held on a drizzly, cold September day but spirits were warm as we welcomed our first customers. The prices were great and the buzz was loud as people left laden with deals, promising to tell their friends. Builders WareHouse is an occasional store – we’re only open during public sales which we will set as we have enough inventory donated. We also plan to list items on Craigs List. Speaking of donations, we would love to accept your new and very gently used items at Builders WareHouse. We’re always looking for building materials, lighting fixtures, appliances, model home furniture, cabinets, etc. Items must be new or in very good condition (undamaged and not missing pieces or parts). Donations are tax deductible and the Foundation can provide a receipt. However, it is the donor’s responsibility to provide a value for each item. Builders WareHouse is sponsored by Bell Mortgage.
We would love to accept your new and very gently used items at Builders WareHouse. • building materials, • lighting fixtures, • appliances, • model home furniture, • cabinets, etc.
zack’s house In September of 2012, Zack Mohs was struck by a hit and run driver as he was crossing a street in Anchorage, Alaska. Zack suffered a severe brain injury, spinal cord injury, multiple broken bones and had to have his left leg amputated. Initially, there was little hope that Zack would survive. That was before Zack’s family and friends stepped in to help. Cheryl Young, Zack’s mom, was determined that her son would not only survive but would someday walk again. Zack’s dream is to have a home of his home that will accommodate his needs, allow him to continue to work on his recovery and someday serve as his base for
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his dog training business. His mom is not going to rest until Zack is safe in his own home. Although Cheryl and Zack’s friends have held numerous fundraisers for Zack, the money raised for Zack’s home began to fall short of what was needed to complete the home. That’s when Cheryl approached the BATC Foundation for help. Together with Rebuilding Together Twin Cities, the BATC Foundation is helping this determined South St. Paul native on his road to recovery. When Cheryl came to us, the house foundation was completed and part of the structure was up but there is a lot more left to do. BATC Foundation Builder Partner, JK Anderson has stepped up to help. We need you to do the same. With the help of BATC members like yourself, the Foundation can finish Zack’s house and give this young man a start on the rest of his life. Call the BATC Foundation office at (651) 6977563 to find out how you can help.
With the help of BATC members like yourself, the Foundation can finish Zack’s house and give this young man a start on the rest of his life. Call the BATC Foundation office at (651) 697-7563 to find out how you can help.