RESTORE MOVING TO LARGER LOCATION

2365 Rust Avenue, Cape Girardeau, Missouri

Habitat for Humanity’s operation office and retail outlet, ReStore is relocating to a 12,000 square-foot building at 2365 Rust Avenue in Cape Girardeau.  Walt Wildman, ReStore manager said the business has expanded in recent years to the point that they grew out of their former location located on North Middle Street in downtown Cape. 

The Cape store is one of more than 500 such affiliates across the United States.  The non-profit organization accepts contributions of new and gently used materials from individuals, contractors, and retail supply stores.  Contributors are provided a donation receipt entitling them to receive a tax deduction.

The larger space will allow them to accommodate more building and furniture items and provide for a more organized layout for shoppers.  The store was established over three years ago and supports the construction and funding of the local Habitat for Humanity homes operations.  Merchandise is typically half the price of like items when purchased at full retail value.  Open to the entire public, ReStore provides property owners an opportunity to maintain or upgrade their places of residence at a great savings. 

Items to be found vary from day to day.  Typical inventory includes a large variety of doors, windows, lighting fixtures, toilets, sinks, lavatories, vanities, ceramic tile, and other items.  Used furniture in quality condition can also be available dependent on donations. Tom Kelsey, commercial broker with Lorimont Place, Ltd. represented the owner of the property, Gary W. Rust, Trust.  Kelsey said the building is located right off of South Kingshighway, near the intersection of Highway 74 (Shawnee Parkway).