Charleston ReStore hidden gem for bargains
The Post and Courier
Ann Rivers of Summerville browses the furniture section of the Charleston Habitat for Humanity ReStore, 731 Meeting St. Rivers said she often comes to the store because of the bargains. Sales at the store help fund construction of new Habitat homes.
Like the bargains that can be found within, the Charleston Habitat for Humanity ReStore is itself an almost hidden gem.
Located at 731 Meeting St. in a part of Charleston that's not exactly a mecca for shopping, the ReStore still attracts regular shoppers from all three local counties. Income generated by the store helps Habitat build homes. And to make contributing to Habitat more convenient, the ReStore now offers a free pickup service, Kayla Droney, director of development for Charleston Habitat said.
"We'll come out and pick up your donation," Droney said.
She said the pickup service has helped keep the store well-stocked with couches, chairs, kitchen settings, cabinets, tiles and doors, in addition to the many smaller household items to be found. There's everything you'll need for your home, she said.
"If you want to remodel your home, come here. You'll always find something," Droney said.
Ann Rivers of Summerville is one of many ReStore shoppers who make long journeys just to get there. She said she shops other ReStores but likes Charleston's best.
"They have more furniture here and more bargains," Rivers said.
Charleston ReStore Manager John Skelton said a great variety of goods come into the store, and from time to time a sought-after antique is donated. He said the store is always looking for volunteers to help with the store, and volunteers get a 20 percent store discount.
"It's a fun place to work and we have a wide variety of folks who shop with us. The pickup truck brings in a load every day, and every day here is different," he added.
For more information, see www.charlestonhabitat.org. Call 579-0777 for information or to arrange a free pickup.
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