How Habitat ReStores operate for a good cause
Proceeds from our nonprofit home improvement stores and donation centers, otherwise known as ReStores, help fund Habitat for Humanity’s worthy cause.
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A return to home: Rebuilding in Puerto Rico
After Hurricane Maria devastated Puerto Rico in 2017, Antero and Luz worked to repair their damaged home the best they could, even patching their own roof. Now, with the support of Habitat and AbbVie, they have a safe and secure home where their family can gather again.
Tears of joy after the storm
See how Habitat and AbbVie work in partnership with families like Sonaly’s and Jennifer and Ramon’s to create safe and resilient shelter in Puerto Rico.
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Home improvement before and after
Check out these projects to see how amazing transformations like these help more families achieve strength, stability and self-reliance through shelter.
Habitat continues long-term disaster recovery work in Puerto Rico
With the support of AbbVie, Habitat is working to create a sustainable impact in Puerto Rico following Hurricane Maria and help storm-affected homeowners like Rosa and Antonio repair their homes.
30 years of fantastic finds at Habitat ReStores
Whether you’re a do-it-yourself hobbyist or a construction professional, the ReStore is a unique place to find the tools, appliances and materials you need to help complete or inspire your next building or decorating project. And those finds, in turn, help build so much more.
A bright new beginning
José started a new career in construction after attending Habitat Builds Puerto Rico, a 5 1/2-week program established with the support of AbbVie that trains students interested in entering the construction industry.
Strategies for housing advocates to effect policy change
In 2023, Habitat funded the Urban Institute to assess policy changes and interview stakeholders from Cost of Home’s first four years. Researchers identified six key strategies for driving policy and systems change.
Celebrating 30 years of Habitat ReStore
In 1991, five volunteers opened Habitat for Humanity’s first-ever ReStore in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Today, there are more than 1,000 ReStore locations across six countries, all contributing to Habitat’s vision of a world where everyone has a decent place to live.