Southeast NH Habitat for Humanity

Southeast New Hampshire Habitat for Humanity
Serving Portsmouth, Newington and Strafford County

Habitat for Humanity International brings families and communities in need together with volunteers and resources to build decent, affordable homes for those who need it.

Since 1976, Habitat International has built more than 100,000 houses in more than 80 countries, including some 30,000 houses across the United States. In twelve years, the Southeast New Hampshire affiliate has completed twelve homes in Dover, Gonic, Northwood, Rochester, Somersworth and Farmington. Help us keep up this good work in your own community!

We are in need of your support - learn about the many different ways you can help Southeast New Hampshire Habitat for Humanity
We are seeking volunteers to have fun while helping others
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What's New?

The Fall 2008 Newsletter is now available featuring a letter of Thanks from our partner family, the Baird Forners, ReStore Grand Opening and donation information, A Hour of your Time volunteerism
ReUse, ReCycle, ReBuild, ReStore - The First and Only ReStore in New Hampshire had our Grand Opening on October 3 & 4 2008. What is a ReStore? You are going to love it! Visit the ReStore pages to learn about this retail concept that offers great deals on hundreds of things you need and want for your home with the proceeds going to help your local Habitat affiliate!
We are always seeking volunteers to grow Southeast New Hampshire Habitat for Humanity, and right now we have two opportunities which we really need to fill: Gala Event Chair and Volunteer Coordinator. Learn more about Volunteering!

NOW OPEN in Dover, New Hampshire

ReUse, ReCycle, ReBuild, ReStore! In July 2008 the SENH board took an AMAZING step towards creating self-sustainability for our affiliate by approving the opening of a ReStore! And in October 2008, we realized that dream and became the FIRST ReStore in New Hampshire!! In a nutshell, Habitat ReStores are retail outlets where quality used and surplus building materials are sold at a fraction of normal prices. Proceeds from ReStores help local affiliates fund the construction of Habitat houses within the community. We are very excited to announce this news. Please learn more about the forthcoming ReStore

Shop at Shaw's and Raise Money for SENH Habitat!

Every time you shop at Shaw's or Star Market, save your receipts and then mail them to us. Shaw's will donate a percentage to us. Send your receipts! They really "build" up!!! Every receipt, small or large will help!

Mail your receipts to:
Southeast New Hampshire Habitat for Humanity
PO Box 4428
Portsmouth, NH 03802

You can submit receipts dated as far back as January 30, 2007
Please only submit intact receipts. Receipts that have been torn or cut will not be accepted (credit card information can be blacked out but not cut off).
Please only submit original receipts. Photocopies or duplicates will not be accepted.
Please only submit receipts from Shaw's or Star Market. Receipts from other stores will not be accepted.

Recent & Upcoming Events

November 5, 6:00 pm - Fundraising Meeting - New volunteers are always welcome! Location: Wells Fargo Offices, 157 Deer Street, Portsmouth NH
December 3, 6:00 pm - Fundraising Meeting - New volunteers are always welcome! Location: Wells Fargo Offices, 157 Deer Street, Portsmouth NH
The Fourth Annual Gala Event is coming soon! Contact us to join the planning committee...
And don't forget - ReStore is now open at 15 Fourth Street, Dover NH (Old Holmwoods building) on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays!