Monthly Archives: March 2012

Spice up your Kitchen with Products from Habitat ReStore!

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ReStore logoHere at the Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity ReStore we’ve been busy in at cooking up ideas for a new and improved kitchen.  Habitat ReStore has just about everything you need to spice up your kitchen (except the food).   If you’re looking to give your kitchen a makeover, start your project by checking out the unique and cost-effective options at Habitat ReStore.

ReStore currently has a wide variety of appliances for your kitchen makeover.

At the ReStore we sell brand-new and slightly used cabinets, many of which are ready to install. Want some interesting new hardware on your cabinets? Check out the ReStore’s selection of cabinet knobs, handles, and hinges. The ReStore has plenty of kitchen appliances as well, including ovens, stovetops, refrigerators, dishwashers, and microwaves.  Since the ReStore sells all appliances at 25 -75% off retail price, you’re sure to find an appliance that will fit your budget.  Need an extra appliance for your basement, garage, or summer cabin?  The ReStore currently has a very large inventory of refrigerators and stoves in a variety of brands and styles.  Due to this product influx, the ReStore has all of the refrigerators marked down 10%, with many units starting as low as $90!

ReStore always has a wide variety of tiles available.

Don’t forget to add some style and color to your kitchen! We have tiles of all different sizes to give your kitchen some flair.  Decorate your backsplash wall with painted or plain 4” tiles, or create a marble-tiled floor.  Save time and money by buying the grout for your project at the ReStore as well.  Want to add a hardwood floor look to your kitchen? We also have brand new wooden flooring panels at $4.95 per sq ft.   Choose a paint color for $2.50/quart or $8.00/ a gallon to paint the walls. Finish off a bold design with small details, like outlet covers.  The ReStore has a large selection of covers in plain styles and fun designs, priced at $.50 each.

No kitchen is complete without good lighting! Illuminate your kitchen with one of our many light fixtures.  We have a great selection of hanging lamps and chandeliers. Once you’ve finished your remodeling, you can wash that dust off of your hands of in your new kitchen sink, which you can also find for a low price at the ReStore.

Habitat ReStore is located at 210 11th St. N., Moorhead and is open to the public Monday-Friday from 10-6 and Saturdays 10-4.  All proceeds from the store support Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity build homes and hope in partnership with families in Cass and Clay Counties.

Start your Bathroom Remodel with a trip to Habitat ReStore!

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Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity ReStore is located in Moorhead at 210 11th Street North.

Considering a bathroom remodel? Start the process with a trip to Habitat ReStore.  With low prices on new and gently used bathroom fixtures, you can save time and money by starting your remodel with us.

For the basic framework of your bathroom, the ReStore has cabinet style vanities with or without sinks, without sinks, countertop sinks ready to be installed to a vanity, drop-in sinks, as well as many other styles that can be put on a pedestal or wall-mounted.  From brands like Kohler, Standard and Crane, all sinks at the ReStore are priced from $10-$35.

Tub

ReStore recieves new merchandise daily, including tubs, faucets, and sinks!

Warm up in one of our large jet whirlpools from Jacuzzi or a new shower from Kohler or Aquaglass. The ReStore has a selection of new and gently used tubs and showers in a variety of set-ups including tub/shower combination units, standing showers and plain bathtubs. Still looking for a new faucet to compliment your new sink, shower or tub?  We sell faucets separately too, brand new and used for as little as $5, featuring brands like Delta and Moen.  The ReStore also has a large supply of additional plumbing items you my need to complete your bathroom project, including filters, hoses and wall mount pipes.

Finish your project preparations by checking out our line-up of toilets starting at $20.00.  The ReStore also has toilet accessories such as floor pads and piping.

paint

ReStore is a great source for affordable paint for any room of the house.

Not satisfied with the your bathroom’s current color scheme? ReStore Paint is priced at $2.50/quart or $8.00/gallon.  We also have ceramic tiles or laminate flooring at significantly reduced prices for your bathroom floor and 4 x 4“ tiles for your bathroom walls and the grout you would need to install them.

Habitat ReStore is a treasure trove for the do-it-yourselfer, no matter the project.  Not only are our products priced at 50-75% off retail price, all proceeds from ReStore sales support Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity’s programs and local building projects!  For your next remodel project, don’t forget to stop by the ReStore and see what’s new!

Habitat ReStore is located at 210 11th Street North in Moorhead, MN.  The Habitat ReStore is open Monday –Friday from 10AM -6PM and Saturdays from 10AM -4PM.   Visit our website or call 218-284-5253 ext. 1 for more information.

Announcing Spring Raffle Winners

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Thank you to all who participated in this year’s Spring Raffle.  Raffle proceeds support Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity’s programs and local building projects. Congratulations to the prize winners!

Grand Prize Winners

1. KOBALT Workbench—Steve Albin

2. Porter Cable 18v 4 Tool Combo – John Oenick

3. Porter Cable 18v Impact Driver - Del Enno

4. Porter Cable 18v Jobsite Radio – Tanya Schmidt

5. $100 ReStore Gift Certificate – Tracey Covert

Winners of $20 ReStore Gift Certificates:

Joel Brehner, Ruben Cruz, Chad Dubois, Jamie Evenson, Jerry and Carolyn Erickson, Chad Holland, Charles Holmes, Kory Jacobson, Bob Johnson, Marshall Johnson, Joy Miner, Dave Ouren, Todd Pringle, Victor Quick, Gerard Seeseld, Joe Swartz, Fris Swedlund, Genevieve Thompson, Wendy Weninger, Lynn Wolff.

Winners of $10 ReStore Gift Certificates:

Jim Aasness, Kelsey Anderson, Neil Bosch, Ryan Brehmer, Charles Carlson, Jon Denny, Paul Erickson, Craig Erickstad, David Graening, Matt Green, Odin Helgerson, Carson Hinrichs, Ronnette Hervey, Marilyn Isaacson, Robert Johnson, Lola Langlie, Rachael Lawson, Stacy Nicholson, Brad Nyhof, Linda Soderberg, Iris Swedlund, Brady Swenson, John Thomas, Randy Utgaard, John Widner.

Winners will be contacted with instructions for retrieving their prize. Feel free to contact Habitat ReStore with any questions by calling: 218-284-5253.

Tour de Habitat 2012 Recap

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9th Annual Tour de Habitat
March 3, 2012

Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity’s 9th Tour de Habitat raised over $24,000 to support Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity’s efforts to build simple, decent and affordable homes for families in the Fargo-Moorhead area.

Riders of the Purple Sage

Members of Riders of the Purple Sage cheer on their team member.

Sixteen teams competed in the exhilarating stationary bike race at Courts Plus for the most miles and the most money raised.  The top individual fundraiser was John Gunkleman with Good Old Boys, who raised $1,782.00.  The team that raised the most money this year was the Riders of the Purple Sage with a team total of $2,433.  Biker Builders took the award for most miles ridden as a team, with a team total of 59.7 miles.   The top mileage for men was Darrick Guthmiller with Biker Builders who biked 11.4 miles.  The top mileage for women was a tie between Darla Skaurud with Biker Builders and Tish McDonald with Good Old Boys who each biked 10.4 miles.  The Team Spirit award went to the Handlebar Honeys.

Board of Directors Team

Angie Ryan and Angie McCarthy of Habitat's Board of Directors team check in on Isaac Peloquin's progress.

Sponsors of this year’s event were Olson-Legatt Roofing, Valley Lights, Red River Plumbing & Heating, ND Interior Designers, Home Builders Association of F-M, Coldwell Banker First Realty, Floor to Ceiling Carpet One, Ken’s Sanitation, 1st Choice Apparel, and Courts Plus Fitness.

The Tour de Habitat committee would like to thank all the participants, volunteers, and sponsors for making this year’s race exciting and successful.  To view photos of the event visit our Facebook page.

Team Results Money Raised Miles Biked
Rocky & the Rockettes

$2,522

52.30
Riders of the Purple Sage

$2,453

47.00
Good Old Boys

$2,392

53.90
Habitat Board of Directors

$1,965

49.90
Barnesville Blaze

$1,846

45.60
Tireless Trekkers

$1,755

51.20
Biker Builders

$1,560

59.70
Road Warriors

$1,500

59.10
IdeaOne Telecom

$1,500

47.40
Super Sellers

$1,475

50.50
The “Trade Show” Heritage

$1,405

46.20
“Wii Not Fit” Heritage

$1,387.50

49.30
Handlebar Honeys

$1,066

51.40
Comstock Hoff Lutheran Church

$820

46.50
FM AM Rotary Lobstars

$674.99

51.00
Team Western

$358

55.18
Total

$24,519.49

  816.18

Crunch Time Fundraising Tips

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Are you signed up for Tour de Habitat 2012, but the money you need to fundraise isn’t growing on a tree in your backyard?  Are you concerned that you won’t make your fundraising goal in time for Saturday’s event?  Here at Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity, we have a few tips to help pump up your fundraising before the Saturday, March 3rd event.  Try out these 5 tips and see how much money you can raise:

1.       Email fundraising Almost everyone has an email that they are checking constantly on their computers, smartphones or iPads.  Send your First Giving link to all of your friends, families and colleagues.  They will be sure to check your email and hopefully give a donation.

2.       Post on Facebook, Twitter, etc.  Posting your personal First Giving site on Facebook, Twitter, or any other social media websites that you use is a great way for your followers to quickly access your site and directly donate to this cause.  In your post, explain that you are participating in Tour de Habitat and that all the money raised goes to support Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity.  Let your friends and followers know what your monetary goal is so that they can see how much you are raising for this event; this may entice them to help you reach your goal.

3.       Matching funds  Wouldn’t it be nice if you could raise your whole amount and then have a business match the same amount you raised?  Many businesses are often willing to match proceeds towards events such as Tour de Habitat.  It’s not too late to ask your company, your spouse’s company or a good friend that is a business owner if they would be willing to match the funds.  They will see that you are working hard to raise your amount and then they can help out too.

4.       Hold a fundraising “Blitz”  Get your team of 6 members together and decide what businesses you would like to ask to donate – then go ask them!  Dedicate one hour to go out to all the businesses that you want to ask.  Often businesses are more willing to donate if they are asked face-to-face since it’s more personal and shows them that you are taking the time to come to them.

5.       Have a fundraising contest with your team members  Challenge each other to see who can raise their money first!  Competition always adds some fun to fundraising and it’s a great way to get everyone excited for the day of the event.  Maybe the team member that raises the least is the team’s waterboy or the person that raises the most gets fanned while they ride.  You could also challenge another team that is signed up for Tour de Habitat.  The losing team has to do 10 pushups after they bike…

We hope these tips help you reach your goal before Saturday, March 3rd!  Thanks for your support towards Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity.  We look forward to seeing you at Tour de Habitat 2012 at Courts Plus!

Questions?

Call Jackie at 218-284-5253 x2 or email habitat@lakeagassizhabitat.org