Happenings and Highlights
FLOOD RELIEF DRIVE
Habitat for Humanity of the Tri-State is partnering with Buckhannon River Habitat for Humanity to assist families and businesses in the City of Buckhannon (and surrounding area) impacted by the devastating flooding that struck central West Virginia this week. The flooding has caused significant damage in areas including Buckhannon and Weston, with local leaders comparing the event to the historic flooding of November 1985. To support recovery efforts, Habitat for Humanity of the Tri-State is organizing a community supply drive to collect essential cleanup and relief items. Requested donations include shovels, garden rakes, garden hoses, cleaning supplies, bottled water, nonperishable food, and other items that will aid residents as they begin the recovery process. Donations will be accepted at both Habitat for Humanity of the Tri-State ReStore locations and delivered to Buckhannon River Habitat for Humanity for distribution to affected families and neighborhoods.
From the Executive Director/CEO:
“We are committed to standing alongside our friends at Buckhannon River Habitat for Humanity as they work along-side community members to recover from this flooding disaster. Recovering from flooding takes a long time. This is our first effort to help provide some much-needed relief to those in the Buckhannon area who have lost so much in this flood.”
-David L. Michael, Executive Director/CEO – Habitat for Humanity of the Tri-State
Community members are encouraged to contribute supplies and help spread awareness of the relief effort among friends, family members, churches, civic organizations, and local businesses.
Requested Donation Items:
- Shovels
- Garden rakes
- Garden hoses
- Cleaning supplies
- Bottled water
- Nonperishable food items
- Other flood cleanup essentials
Supplies will be accepted at both ReStore locations operated by Habitat for Humanity of the Tri-State
New Boston ReStore
3520 Rhodes Ave.
New Boston, OH 45662
740-430-2930
Huntington ReStore
240 3rd Ave.
Huntington, WV 25701
304-781-1333
Did You Know?
Habitat homes are NOT given away.
Qualified home buyers partner with Habitat, complete sweat-equity requirements, attend finance & homeowner education classes and purchase their homes-making a down payment & set up on an affordable payment plan. To learn more see www.hfhtristate.org/homeownership
Speaking of our website…
We are SO excited to announce that Habitat for Humanity of the Tri-State’s BRAND NEW website is officially up and running!
Visit www.hfhtristate.org/ to:
- Learn about affordable homeownership
- Find volunteer opportunities
- Explore our programs and events
- Learn how to donate items to our ReStores
- Support our mission
- Catch up on the latest Habitat Tri-State News
Take a look around and discover how you can help us build homes, communities and hope across West Virginia, Kentucky and Ohio.
In Other News……
“Post Time for Murder” Mystery Dinner Fundraiser
Hosted by Sandy’s Racing & Gaming
The race is on as Sandy’s presents “Post Time for Murder: A Murder Mystery Dinner” on Friday, July 31 (THIS FRIDAY!) at 6 p.m. at Sandy’s Racing & Gaming. Proceeds from the evening will benefit Habitat for Humanity of the Tri-State and its work to help local families achieve strength, stability and self-reliance through affordable homeownership.
Tickets and sponsorships are available through the event’s official Givebutter page: https://givebutter.com/c/scmurdermystery
NOTE:
You do NOT have to be present at the event to participate in the silent auction! Bids are LIVE and will close at 9:00pm on Friday July 31, 2026. Among the many items available to big on are several travel packages including a CARNIVAL CRUISE!
Many thanks to Sandy’s for hosting this event and donating both the Carnival Cruise and the proceeds from the fundraiser in support of Habitat’s mission.
Bid on Auction Items HERE: https://givebutter.com/c/scmurdermystery/auction
To date, Habitat for Humanity of the Tri-State has built 162 homes!
ReStore Reminder
Shop. Donate. Build Hope.
Habitat for Humanity of the Tri-State’s ReStores help fund our local mission by selling new and gently used furniture, appliances, building materials, home goods and more.
Schedule a free pickup:
Huntington (304) 781-1333
New Boston (740) 430-2930
Every donation and purchase helps build a home.
Ready to volunteer?
Schedule a Volunteer Day! You don’t have to be a builder to help build a home. All skill levels are welcome! Contact Melissa Payton at 304.523.4822 or melissa@hfhtristate.org to coordinate your (individual or group) work day.
