At Habitat PEH, the ReStore plays an essential role in supporting our mission. Through community donations of furniture, appliances, building materials, and household goods, we create a powerful cycle of sustainability, generating critical funds to build affordable homes for local families.
Gently used items—from sofas and tables to lighting and home décor—are given a second life rather than going to landfills when individuals choose to donate what they no longer need. Our ReStore locations in Belleville and Trenton have diverted 1,489,072 pounds from landfills, that’s the equivalent of over 70 truckloads of furniture. This reuse model significantly reduces waste and supports environmentally responsible consumption through the ReStore’s social enterprise. Every sofa, table, cabinet, or light fixture that is reused represents fewer raw materials being extracted from the earth and fewer products being manufactured. In this way, donations directly contribute to a more sustainable community by lowering the environmental footprint associated with household goods. And that’s what makes the ReStore your number one choice for thrifting!
Beyond the environmental benefits, these donated items are a vital financial engine for Habitat PEH. Proceeds from these purchases are reinvested into our core mission of building safe, affordable, and stable homes for hardworking families. Each donation, whether large or small, helps generate the funding required for land development, construction materials, and the many costs associated with building homes.
The impact of these donations moves a local family closer to affordable homeownership, creating stability and future opportunities. Children benefit from a safe and secure place to grow, study, and build friendships, while parents gain the foundation needed to pursue employment and financial stability.
By donating gently used items, community members become active partners in building stronger, more sustainable neighborhoods, one home and one family at a time. As a bonus, you’ll receive a charitable tax receipt that can help reduce the tax you owe or increase your refund at tax time. It’s a win-win-win with your #1 thrift store—the ReStore!