Pasadena ReStore Hosts Red Cross Day Community Event

On Saturday, June 8th, San Gabriel Valley Habitat for Humanity, Pasadena ReStore is joining forces with the American Red Cross to host Red Cross Day, a community event focused on education, preparedness, and giving back. This collaborative effort aims to empower individuals and families in Pasadena and surrounding areas through a day of engaging activities and learning opportunities.

Event Highlights:

• Mobile Blood Drive: 9am – 3pm. Donate blood and make a lifesaving difference. Pre-registration required at https://bit.ly/PasadenaBloodDrive.
• Preparedness with Pedro: 2pm. An engaging emergency preparedness program for children. Walk-ins welcome.
• Be Red Cross Ready Training & Hands-Only CPR: 3pm. Learn hands-only CPR and emergency planning for families. Walk-ins welcome.

Event Details:

• Date: Saturday, June 8th
• Time: 10am – 4pm
• Location: Habitat for Humanity Pasadena ReStore, 32 N. Sierra Madre Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91107

Together, we can celebrate the power of giving back and the importance of preparedness. We look forward to welcoming you!

Pasadena ReStore Grand Opening

 

On Saturday, May 20, 2023, San Gabriel Valley Habitat for Humanity hosted the Grand Opening of it’s 3rd and largest ReStore in the city of Pasadena. After months of hard work from our construction crew, staff and volunteers; the doors to the 20,000 square foot ReStore opened to over 200 customers on opening day.

The Grand Opening day of events began with a ribbon cutting ceremony hosted by the Pasadena Chamber of Commerce. In attendance on behalf of SGV Habitat was Bryan Wong (SGV Habitat CEO) and Miriam Garcia (SGV Habitat Director of Retail Operations) as well as US Congresswoman Judy Chu, and Pasadena City Council members Gene Masuda (District 4) and Felicia Williams (District 2).

Miriam Garcia (SGV Habitat Director of Retail Operations) expressed the importance of our ReStores in the community, “Look at the walls, look at the mission it’s everywhere in the store, and understand that every single dime that you spend in this store goes back to why we are all here, which is to have affordable housing in our community.”

Although everyone in attendance was ready to shop, customers were treated to extra discounts, refreshments and activities. The first 50 customers received a 40% off coupon and thanks to generous local sponsors such as Dunkin Donuts, Sprouts, VONS, and Trader Joes, all of our customers were treated to refreshments while they shopped.

The successful Grand Opening was in part thanks to the many volunteers who assisted in the Grand Opening activities. Customers who visited our volunteer information booth was given the opportunity to spin the wheel for some exclusive SGV Habitat promotional items. One of the highlights of the day, was the DIY workshop which allowed customers to learn a new skill, build a flower bed and take it home with them.

The Pasadena ReStore receives donations throughout the day of brand new and used appliances, furniture, home decor and building supplies. Stop by and shop our Great Stuff at Great Prices for a Great Cause.

Pasadena ReStore

32 N. Sierra Madre Blvd. 

Pasadena, CA 91107

Tuesday – Saturday, 9:30am – 6pm

Back to School with the ReStore!

It’s that time of year again, time to get ready for back to school. Whether you’re a student moving into your first dorm, getting your home ready for the new semester of home schooling or a teacher getting their classroom ready. The ReStores are here to help! At our ReStores and Online you can find both NEW and gently used furniture, décor, chairs, tables, rugs, books, storage options and artwork!

Let us help you prepare for the new school year, by helping you save money. Here at the ReStores you can buy great stuff at a great price for a great cause.

At our ReStores you can find items perfect for your classroom, home office or dorm room, such as:

• Shelving units
• Rugs
• Lamps
• Used Books
• Reading Chairs
• Desks and Chairs
• Filing cabinets
• Storage Solutions
• Bedding and Linens
• Décor and Artwork

To show our appreciation, from August 15 – September 20^th All Students and Teachers can receive a 20% discount off your purchase! We ask for a school ID at the time of purchase. If shopping online, use promo code BTS20 to receive 20% off your online purchase.

Military Appreciation All Year at the ReStore

Every day at our ReStores, you will find items at low prices for a great cause. Each purchase made at our ReStores helps us build and repair homes throughout the San Gabriel Valley. We are proud to say that over the last few years we have served several veterans, and their families, through our homeownership and home repair programs.

With May being Military Appreciation month, it seems like a great time to remind shoppers about the discount at our ReStores available to all active and non-active members of the military every day, all year. All active and non-active members of the military receive a 10% discount at our ReStores. If you know a member of the Military, make sure to let them know about the discounts available to them.

The month of May ends with us celebrating Memorial Day to remember the sacrifice and service of members of the military. Make sure to stay tuned for upcoming sales both online and in-store. This year our Duarte ReStore will be open on Memorial Day with a storewide sale available to everyone. 

Here at San Gabriel Valley Habitat for Humanity we appreciate members of the military for their service to our country. We employ veterans at our ReStore and have had veterans volunteer at our ReStores throughout the years.

If you, or someone you know, is a veteran or active member of our military interested in our home repair program please contact our Home Repairs Services team for more information. 

Volunteer at the ReStores!

“As you grow older, you will discover that you have two hands — one for helping yourself, the other for helping others.” — Audrey Hepburn

April is National Volunteer Month and we want to highlight the volunteers that help our ReStores thrive. Each ReStore relies heavily on the selfless energy that our volunteers bring every day.

Volunteering at one of the ReStores is a great way to help your community and families all year long. Did you know that volunteers as young as 14 years old can volunteer at our ReStore? We host individual volunteers and volunteer groups from high schools, churches and community groups. Recently, we had a group of students from Arcadia High School volunteering bright and early on a Saturday morning. As a volunteer you can find yourself as a part of a team for the day, knowing that you are a part of something much bigger.  

Meet future Habitat homeowner partner Liliya Stepanian, who was working on her 100 sweat equity hours towards her new Habitat for Humanity home. Liliya appreciates her time spent volunteering at the ReStore, “It’s a great opportunity to help the community and also to help yourself.”

Last year, we had more than 170 volunteers complete over 4,600 hours. Volunteers help us keep our ReStore organized, unbox new donations, sanitize our gently used items and help assist our ReStore staff with various. We offer morning and afternoon shifts throughout the week, Monday through Saturday.   

San Gabriel Valley Habitat for Humanity hosts volunteers on our build sites, in our office, during events and at our ReStores. If you’re interested in volunteering, you can sign up here!

Spring Cleaning with the ReStore

It’s officially SPRING! You know what that means? Time for spring cleaning! Don’t worry, the ReStores are here to help. Not only can you count on us to pick up your donated items, but our ReStores sell various cleaning and organizational supplies too.

Spring Cleaning Tip #1- Schedule your Donation Pickup!

Our ReStores provide a low-cost pickup service for your used furniture, appliances and building supplies. As you start your Spring cleaning, give us a call or email to schedule your pickup. When you’re ready, we’ll come by to pick up the dresser that’s been in the garage for years, the patio furniture you need to clear up before the new set arrives or that stack of unused tile from your bathroom project 3 years ago. See the list to view items we will accept for donation.

Spring Cleaning Tip #2 – Deep Clean & Organize Your Home

Our ReStores receive a weekly donation of various cleaning and organizational supplies. All of the products that we sell are at a low cost and often in bulk quantities. We also receive weekly donations of fresh linens and appliances. Spring is a great time to freshen up and stock your linen closet with new towels and bed sheets.

Spring Cleaning Tip #3 – Freshen Up the Paint around the house

This spring is the perfect time to add a fresh coat of paint. Both of our ReStores carry ½, 1- and 5-gallon buckets of paint in 17 colors at a low cost.
Prices range from:
½ gallons – $10 (limited colors only)
1 gallon – $15-$20
5-gallon buckets – $85-$96

Although our ReStores are open year-round, Spring is an especially fun time at our ReStore. As everyone is doing their Spring Cleaning, our ReStores fill up with lots of gently used furniture ready to find a new home. Make sure to stop by our ReStores either in person or online for all of your Spring Cleaning needs.

ReStore Safety Precautions

Take a behind the scenes virtual look at our newest location in Duarte. Our flagship location has great stuff waiting for you at amazing prices. Better yet, every purchase helps families achieve strength, stability and self-reliance through shelter.

We’re excited to have you visit us – and we’re making sure to keep you safe while you shop! Safety procedures are now in place so every visit to ReStore is a healthy one.

• Face masks must be worn by all employees and guests

• Hand sanitizer will be available for you while you shop

• High touch surfaces and shopping carts will be cleaned hourly

• 15 guests will be allowed in the Duarte ReStore at one time. Senior shopping hours are Friday 9-10am.

• Social distancing measures are in place

• All donated items are thoroughly sanitized before they are placed on the sales floor

We’re ready for you at both our Atwater and Duarte ReStores!

Our Increased Response to COVID-19

March 31, 2020

Dear Friend,

Since I wrote to you on Monday, my team and I have been closely monitoring the escalations surrounding COVID-19, and we believe now is the time for us to do even more to protect you and the community for which we deeply care.

Here are the protective measures we’ve enacted as of today and how you can help:

ReStores

What we’re doing:

• Atwater Village & Azusa ReStores Temporarily Closed: Beginning today, both stores will temporarily close until further notice.
• Donation Pick-Ups Postponed: Suspended until further notice. If you have scheduled a pick-up within this period, we will contact you to reschedule.
• No Donation Drop-Offs: Currently suspended until further notice.

How you can help:

• Shop the Online eStore: Open 24/7 to anyone who would prefer to shop online from the comfort of home. We offer free shipping for all purchases. Supplies and quantities are limited.
• Save Your Donations: While we cannot currently accept pick-up and drop-off donations, please save your items for donation because we’ll need your help to restock our stores.
• Be the First to Know: Sign-up for our e-newsletter or check our website to receive the latest updates about ReStore openings, donations and our online eStore.

Volunteer Activity

What we’re doing:

• No Construction & ReStores Volunteers: All construction sites and ReStores are closed to volunteers until Wednesday, May 18.
• Team Build Days Postponed: If you’ve scheduled a team build day between now and Wednesday, May 18, we’ll contact you to reschedule your day.

How you can help:

• Prepare for a Busy Build Season: Take steps to stay healthy—we have a busy build season ahead of us and we’ll need your help to build, repair and rehab homes!
• Be the First to Know: Sign-up for our e-newsletter or visit our website to receive the latest updates about team build days, individual volunteer opportunities and much more.
• Sign-up for Our Priority List: Be first in line for team build days once our sites re-open by adding your group to our Priority List.

Special Event: Women Build

What we’re doing:

• May 1-2, 2020 Women Build is Postponed: Women Build will be rescheduled for later this year. Visit our Women Build page for more details.

How you can help:

• Already Registered? Keep the Momentum Going: Click here to continue fundraising, consider forming a team or add new team members.
• Submit a Spirit of Women Build Award Nomination: Do you know an amazing woman in our community? Tell us about her by completing a nomination form.
• It’s Not Too Late to Join: Become a sponsor, create a team or join as an individual! Click here to get started.

Staff/Community Safety

What We’re Doing:

• SGV Habitat Offices Closed to the Public: While are offices are closed to outside visitors, we are working hard to serve the community.
• Have an Appointment with Us? A staff member will contact you to reschedule or to change your meeting to a video or phone appointment.

How You Can Help:

• Call, E-mail and Visit the Website: In lieu of visiting our offices, construction sites or ReStores for the time being, please call (626) 387-6899, e-mail and or visit our website for regular updates.

Home Repair

What we’re doing:

• We are accepting and processing applications, but there may be delays in scheduling approved repairs until work can be completed safely.

Additional Resources

Local: http://www.publichealth.lacounty.gov/media/Coronavirus/
National: https://www.cdc.gov/
International: https://www.who.int/

Show Your Support with a Donation

Unfortunately, this unprecedented pandemic hinders our current ability to serve the families that are still vulnerable in our community—to whom a missed paycheck can mean catastrophe.

If you can, please make a donation now to show your support to the families who need it the most.

I invite you to join me in keeping the most vulnerable in our community, our government leaders, and medical professionals in your thoughts and prayers.

I look forward to the time when we can re-open our ReStores, offices, and construction sites, bring our staff back together, and invite you to continue our important mission in person. Until then, we’re just a phone call, e-mail or website visit away. Please take care of yourselves, your loved ones, and others who may need help.

In Solidarity,

Mark Van Lue, Executive Director | San Gabriel Valley Habitat for Humanity

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COVID-19 Operations Update

March 16, 2020

Dear Habitat Supporter:

The leadership at San Gabriel Valley Habitat for Humanity is closely monitoring the COVID-19 pandemic.  The continued health and safety of everyone around us is of our utmost concern and guides our response to this fluid situation.

We are taking additional measures to keep you, our staff and community safe. We will continue updating you as the situation evolves. Below is our current plan as of March 16, 2020 and how you can help.

VOLUNTEER ACTIVITY

Construction Volunteers

All team build days are postponed until further notice. We will continue work on our construction sites with staff and our workforce development partner. We are still able to accept a limited number of individual volunteers. For more information, visit VolunteerHub or contact Leah Schueler.  We strongly suggest that you check the CDC website and follow all directives relative to your health and the health of others.

Individual ReStore volunteers are still welcome to volunteer.  If you are not comfortable joining us at this time, please cancel your shift on VolunteerHub or notify Cory Sinclair.

Future volunteer activity will be evaluated on a daily basis.

SPECIAL EVENT:  WOMEN BUILD

In accordance with CDC recommendations to limit gatherings to 50 people, we are postponing Women Build, originally scheduled for May 1-2, 2020, until later this year. Even though we are delaying the build event, there’s a lot of good you can continue to do for Women Build and the overall cause of affordable housing! We invite you to fundraise, register yourself/add team members or nominate a woman for this year’s Spirit of Women Build Award! We will provide updates by e-mail to all our registered participants and also post regular updates on our website.

ReSTORES

Our Atwater Village and Azusa ReStore locations will remain open at this time.  In keeping with our good housekeeping standards, all donated items are cleaned and prepared for sale, and frequently used surfaces are cleaned at regular intervals during store hours.  Staff has been instructed to follow all CDC health, safety and hygiene guidelines and are instructed to not report to work if they are not well.  Donation pickups will continue at this time.

Our eStore is open 24/7 to anyone who would prefer to shop online from the comfort of home.

STAFF/COMMUNITY SAFETY

While the SGV Habitat administrative office is open, many staff are working remotely. In the interest of everyone’s health and safety, we encourage you to conduct all business by phone call or e-mail. If you need to stop by our office, there will be someone available to assist you.

If you have a scheduled appointment with a particular staff member, they will contact you regarding any changes to your appointment.

Additional Resources

Local: http://www.publichealth.lacounty.gov/media/Coronavirus/
National: https://www.cdc.gov/
International: https://www.who.int/

These are challenging times for all of us, but because of your support, many families now have safe and secure homes where they can ride out this health challenge. We thank you for your past support and we look forward to our continued partnership in creating safe, healthy and affordable housing in the San Gabriel Valley.

We invite you to join us in keeping the most vulnerable in our community, our government leaders, and medical professionals in your thoughts and prayers.

If you have any questions, feel free to get in touch any time. Give us a call at (626) 387-6899 — and keep us posted on how you’re doing!

Thanks for all you bring to SGV Habitat, friend. We look forward to seeing you again soon!

Sincerely,

Mark Van Lue

Executive Director | San Gabriel Valley Habitat for Humanity