AURORA, Ill., Nov. 12, 2020 — Fox Valley Habitat for Humanity opened its west Aurora ReStore resale store Wednesday, Nov. 11, at 2292-2302 W. Indian Indian Trail.

Barb Zegiel, Habitat funds coordinator, said “We have a huge variety of merchandise and our crew is ready to help you!” The store offers new and gently used home goods at competitive prices.

Store hours are Wednesday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Donations are accepted from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. Donation intake is behind the store.

A ribbon cutting was held in September.

Founded in 1988, Fox Valley Habitat is a nondenominational Christian housing ministry based at Genesis Community Church in Montgomery. In addition to church offices, Habitat maintains a warehouse at 250 S. Highland Ave. in Aurora. Fox Valley Habitat is an independent affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International, an international Christian housing ministry.

Founded in 1976 as a grassroots effort, Habitat for Humanity is driven by the vision that everyone needs a decent place to live.

The Christian affordable housing organization has grown to become a leading global nonprofit working in more than 70 countries. Families and individuals in need of a hand up partner with Habitat for Humanity to build or improve a place they can call home.

Through financial support, volunteering or adding a voice to support affordable housing, everyone can help families achieve the strength, stability, and self-reliance they need to build better lives for themselves. Volunteers and donations are needed to continue the housing ministry.

Call (630) 206-5038 or visit foxvalleyhabitat.org to learn more.

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Al Benson

Freelance Photo-Journalist

Al Benson is an Aurora-based freelance photo-journalist. He is currently an archives research specialist at Aurora University. His work has appeared in The Voice, The Daily Herald, The Beacon-News, and the Chicago Tribune.