Had the pleasure of meeting some incredible staff at the newly organized Habitat for Humanity ReStore in Lincoln City. Stop in for some great deals and fantastic customer service! Located at 2150 SE Hwy 101 (less then a mile from the outlet mall). #tillamookhabitatforhumanity#lincolncity#neighbors#partnership#buildingcommunity#team

The clock was ticking for South County couple Steve and Alexa as they were four days away from becoming homeless. After living in the same Tierra Del Mar rental for 20 years, this couple was unexpectedly forced to move due to the bank foreclosing on their home when their landlord stopped paying the mortgage."We were given 30 days notice to move and have been unable to find any affordable rentals," says Alexa. They were running out of time but refused to give up hope. As a retired Air Force Veteran, Steve has all fight and no flight in his blood. While stationed on Mt. Hebo from 1972-75 during the Cold War, he was in charge of looking for sea launched ballistic missiles coming from Russia. Steve worked on the computer that determined when and where the missile would and could land. It was the only super computer in the armed forces. After 43 years of marriage and raising two children, Steve and Alexa have become a well loved and respected couple in our community. Steve worked for Hopkes Logging for six years as well as Balmer Logging in Hebo before he retired. With the same tenacity and faith they have carried through life, Steve and Alexa were believing God would provide. Meanwhile, Tillamook County Habitat had just been donated a well maintained 5th wheel trailer from a Portland couple who saw a Habitat flier in Rosenbergs. Stumpy from Tillamook RV helped haul the trailer into town and it was on the lot less than a few hours when a friend of Steve and Alexa's called and asked if they had any affordable trailers for a family in need. Bingo!! Steve and Alexa met with Habitat Director Cami Aufdermauer where she discussed with them Habitat's model in helping families who have a need, willingness to partner, and ability to pay. With all the criteria met, an emergency board decision was reached in order to offer this couple a 0% loan to purchase the trailer through affordable monthly payments. "It's amazing to see how the Lord works out all the details. We were praying that this trailer would go to someone who truly needed it," said Cami. #tillamookhabitatforhumanity#tillamookliving#buildingthekingdom#veteranbuild#habiatforhumanity#tillamookrvrepairs#volunteer

Mr. Strong is exactly that....strong! Jerry served honorably in the US Army from July 1967-February 1969 in Vietnam, maintaining the generators that powered remote hilltop artillery fire bases of three to six big guns. These sites were subject to constant mortar and rocket harassment fire and daily combat assault, as they fired support missions for troops in the distant bush. After his return home, he worked locally as a landscaper for many decades until his retirement. Jerry was referred to Habitat by a Veteran Support Service when it became apparent that the condition of his home was unsafe due to two deteriorating decks. With the help of Habitat volunteers and local Contractor James Billstine, Jerry can now safely leave his home via the newly built Ramps. The funding for this project was made possible by Home Depot and their dedication to serving our veteran population. Thank a veteran by giving back in their time of need. Contact Habitat at 503-842-7472 to build alongside us. Every hand makes a difference! #volunteer#everyhandhelps#tillamookhabitatforhumanity#habitatforhumanity#tillamook#veterans#homedepotveteransproject#homedepot#giveback

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One week away from our first ever Habitat Rehab Project! This would not have been possible without dedicated volunteers who rely on the strength of the Lord to complete a work He began! Thank you for those who answered the call to serve! #habitatforhumanity#tillamookhabitatforhumanity#buildingthekingdom#volunteer#stronginthelord

Today we got to honor a special new friend and veteran Gordon "Bud" Porter. Referred to Habitat by his daughter Jody, Bud was living in a trailer with no working furnace, fridge, or stove. With the help of many community partners including Home Depot and Tillamook RV, this shinning star has found his joy again. After serving in the Navy during the Korean War as an electrician, Bud lost his hearing. As a disabled veteran his funding is limited and the cost of these home repairs far outweighed his ability to pay. With the help of Tillamook Habitat for Humanity Bud was given a 0% interest loan where is he only required to pay back a small portion of the overall cost of repairs. "We would not be able to do this work if it were not for the generosity of community partners who want to give back to the ones who gave so much to us," says Habitat Executive Director Cami Aufdermauer. Habitat is expanding their already existing programs to focus on serving veterans in Tillamook County. If you are interested in partnering on home repair projects or donating financially contact caufdermauer@tillamookhabitat.org. Every hand helps! #tillamookhabitatforhumanity#veteranbuild#volunteering#giveback#everyhandhelps#tillamookliving#habitatforhumanity#smalltownheros#homedepot#homedepotveteransproject

#Giving Tuesday is in full swing and we want to give a HUGE shout out to Michael & Cindy Kirkland of Kirkland Construction for their generous donation of this beautiful full kitchen set. For sale now at the ReStore for $650! The Kirkland family has been diligently serving the Manzanita & Neah-kah-Nie area with a variety of building needs for the past 40+ years. They are dedicated to the mission of recycling and repurposing materials with the goal of diverting from landfills! "We love that we are able to recycle used materials with Habitat," says Cindy. "It's good to have a goal of zero waste and we enjoy knowing that or donations are going to support a local organization like Tillamook Habitat." Other items donated included: fridge, stove, microwave, sink, and 8x8 back-splash! Come stop in at the ReStore to purchase these lightly used items!#givingtuesday#upcycle#recycle#givingback#tillamookhabitatforhumanity#ittakesavillage#buildingsupplies#

Thank you to all our Good Samaritans who help us change lives in Tillamook County! #goodsamaritanday#tillamookhabitatforhumanity#givingback#volunteering#veteranbuild#ittakesavillage

Meet Your Habitat Team! Many things are changing at the Habitat for Humanity ReStore but one very important aspect remains the same, committed team member Donny Herington. Donny has been the Head Clerk at the ReStore for the past six years but his journey with Habitat did not start there. Donny’s father, Bob Herington is a long-time supporter of Habitat for Humanity and was instrumental in volunteering and supervising on 17 home builds. Father and son volunteered together for seven years before Donny was hired on as full-time staff at the ReStore. As the veteran employee for Habitat for Humanity, Donny brings institutional knowledge and commitment to the mission and vision of Habitat. When asked what Donny enjoys most about his job he stated, “Knowing that I am helping families get into affordable homes and helping in the community.” Donny has a personal goal to see the ReStore grow and bring in more funding in order to support two houses a year. The ReStore is in need of quality donations that can be resold in our store. There is a complete brochure of acceptable donations on our website at tillamookhabitat.org under ReStore. The ReStore staff is now available to schedule donation pickups on both Tuesdays and Saturdays. Gas donations are greatly appreciated. When asked where Donny wants to be five years down the road he said, “Right here, right where I am at. I love this organization and how I get to serve.” The ReStore is open Monday-Saturday 9-5. Go to our ReStore facebook page at Tillamook Habitat for Humanity Restore to view pictures of our newest donations. Be sure to stop in and thank Donny for his dedication and service to a mission to create a world where everyone has a decent place to live. #habitatforhumanity#habitatrestore#tillamookhabitatforhumanity#tillamookliving#meettheteammonday#

Need a way to chase away the rainy day blues!? Get your creative mind flowing and your hands creating with a ReStore UpCycle project! Take this old record player and give it some love! Visit us at Tillamook Habitat ReStore at 6500 Williams Ave. Bay City! #getinspired#tillamookhabitatforhumanity#upcycle#feelingcreativetoday#visittillamookcoast#rainydayblues

It's the simple things in life like the blessing of sending a handwritten card of encouragement to a Habitat Home Owner or a Local Pastor asking how we can be praying for them! Brightening someone's day can be so simple yet impactful. #tillamookhabitatforhumanity#givingback#habitat#snailmail#mail#relationships#thatisall#prayerchangesthings#blessed#faith