ReStore 25th Anniversary Sale
25 Years is a Big Deal Retail is tough. The average lifespan of a retail business is eight and a half years, and challenges abound. In this context, it is amazing that the Lansing ReStore is celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2025! Surviving (and thriving) for 25 years is an accomplishment for all of us,…
Power of Home
You can make the Power of Home a reality for our neighbors. On April 1st, Habitat for Humanity Capital Region is kicking off the sixth annual Power of Home fundraising campaign in partnership with Consumers Energy and Habitat for Humanity affiliates across the state of Michigan. Starting April 1st, Consumers Energy will match your gifts…
Home is the Key | ReStore
On April 1st, Habitat for Humanity Capital Region ReStores are kicking off our month-long Home is the Key 2025 fundraising campaign. All month long, you have the opportunity to help more local people like Rebellia (above) and Carly (below) access affordable and sustainable Habitat housing opportunities in the Greater Lansing area. Shoppers play a crucial…
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Kathy’s ReStore Thrift Flip
When a well-loved antique dresser was donated to the ReStore, Kathy Wilcox a ReStore volunteer, knew there was something special about the piece.
“I was intrigued with it, but unfortunately…Read more about Kathy’s ReStore thrift flip.
Rock the Block 2023
A local family is one step closer to their dream of homeownership, and another family now has safe access to their home. This is thanks to the efforts of 33 local volunteers who donated their time and energy during Habitat for Humanity Capital Region’s Rock the Block, July 24-26, 2023.
During Rock the Block, volunteers take action to revitalize neighborhoods. This year…
All in the Timing
Brittni has been a mom her entire adult life, but she and her family did not always have a stable place to live. “I applied for the Housing [Choice Voucher Program] when my oldest was 5 months old. They finally called me eight years later. I was homeless at one point.”
After waiting those 8 long years, Brittni was approved for housing vouchers. She lucked out on timing…