Rebuilding Together Muscatine County

Rebuilding Together and Empire ….. What a Team!

Deb — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 18:45:24 +0000

http://www.empiretoday.com/Community-Relations

Empire Today^® and Rebuilding Together Improving Homes & Lives
Empire Today is proud to be affiliated with Rebuilding Together, the nation’s leading nonprofit organization working to preserve affordable homeownership and revitalize communities. Rebuilding Together provides extensive rehabilitation and modification services to those in need, at no cost. As a national sponsor, Empire Today is proud to assist Rebuilding Together and their mission of improving homes and lives of thousands of low-income homeowners.

Rebuilding Together provides free rehabilitation and critical repairs to the homes of low-income families serving in America’s largest cities and smallest towns. This is made possible through a network of more than 200 local chapters, the assistance of everyday volunteers, as well as the support of local business and major corporate partners. Rebuilding Together makes life considerably better for thousands of low-income homeowners and the communities in which they live by completing 10,000 projects per year.

As a leading provider of installed home improvements and home furnishings, Empire is confident that our efforts will make an impact on the lives of over 45 major metropolitan communities in which we service. The affiliation with Rebuilding Together is just one more way Empire is demonstrating its commitment to our employees, customers and the communities in which we service.

For more information about Rebuilding Together, visit www.rebuildingtogether.org

It’s Official !

Deb — Sat, 03 Dec 2011 16:15:17 +0000

It’s official!

Rebuilding Together Muscatine County has a new address!

Visit us at 205 Cedar Street in Muscatine.

We have moved our office,

But you can still reach us at 563.260.3143.

Exciting times ahead.

It Just Needs Done

Your Rebuilding Together Staff

Rebuilding Together 2011 Year in Review

Deb — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 15:30:11 +0000

Rebuilding Together 2011 Year in Review

What a year it’s been!

Rebuilding Together Muscatine is growing and beginning to

Become known in Muscatine County..

You can become a part of this organization by being informed and

Lending your time, talent and treasures.

Watch this spot for upcoming opportunities.

Some Fun Things Going on at Rebuilding Together

Deb — Fri, 25 Nov 2011 20:19:55 +0000

Rebuilding Together’s Tradesperson of the Year presented by WD-40

Rebuilding Together has teamed up with WD-40 Brand to conduct the second annual nationwide search for the Rebuilding Together Tradesperson of the Year. This person is someone who gives back to the community, adds value to his/her industry and is committed to helping others. DIY Network’s Chris Grundy, is the spokesman for Tradesperson of the Year, and is leading the search for the winner!

Six finalists will be chosen from nominations in specific skilled trade categories, including:

Carpenter
Contractor
Electrician
HVAC/Plumber
Painter
Roofer

Know someone who would be a good fit? Nominate your Rebuilding Together Tradesperson of the Year candidate today to give them a chance to win a trip to Super Bowl XLVII in New Orleans and other great prizes! Visit www.rttradespersonoftheyear.com for more information and to get involved!

Rebuilding Together announces partnership with Empire Today®!

Rebuilding Together is pleased to announce a new partnership with Empire Today®! Empire Today has become a National Sponsor of Rebuilding Together and will assist us in our mission to improve homes and lives of thousands of low-income homeowners. Through this partnership, Empire Today is demonstrating its commitment to their employees, customers and the communities in which they service.

For Over 50 Years, Empire Today has been providing quality, name-brand products at great prices to customers across the United States. Empire® provides services to residential and business customers with a wide selection of products suitable for homes, small businesses, organizations and commercial applications. Their line of quality, name-brand products includes: Carpet, Hardwood, Laminate, Ceramic, Vinyl Flooring and Window Treatments.

Empire provides shop-at-home convenience or on-site consultation, next day professional installation on many products, quality, brand-name products and world-class service to more than 45 major metropolitan areas in the United States. With over one million satisfied customers, Empire Today is dedicated to customer satisfaction.

To learn more about Empire Today, visit www.empiretoday.com To learn more about the partnership between Empire Today and Rebuilding Together, visit www.rebuildingtogether.com or http://www.empiretoday.com/Community-Relations

Save The Date!

Deb — Wed, 23 Nov 2011 21:07:49 +0000

Save the Date!

March 24, 2012

Rebuilding Together Muscatine County

2nd Annual Evening of Fun!

Stay tuned here for exciting details!

Rebuilding Together Corporate Sponsors

Deb — Wed, 23 Nov 2011 15:10:09 +0000

Check out the newest corporate sponsor for Rebuilding Together!

http://www.empiretoday.com/Community-Relations

It Just Needs Done

Deb — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 20:12:41 +0000

The Problem

Being wheel chair bound and having some other health issues, it was impossible for Frank to bathe in the tub without endangering himself.

The Solution

With the help of the Rebuilding Together Team and some specialty items purchased just for his home, Frank is now able to bathe without fear of causing an emergency for himself.

The Rebuilding Together Muscatine County team and the Happy Recipients

Some other modifications were made to Frank and Nellie’s home to enable easier living for wheel chair living.

Frank’s sister Nellie says now they feel safe in their home.

Yard Crew

Lots of work was done to beautify the yard so it will be more enjoyable for Frank and Nellie, with less maintenance.

Frank and Nellie now enjoy a smooth concrete ramp with a sturdy rail, so enjoying their new yard, is even safer.

New Orleans 2011

Deb — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 23:21:54 +0000

We just returned from the 2011 Rebuilding Together National Conference.

We enjoyed great food, great teaching, meeting up with old friends and making some new ones.

Every single person has so much value to add and we hope we added some value as well.

We are exhausted, but brimming with new ideas and strategies!

With a little time to review, we’ll be off and running again.

We don’t believe the support from this organization corporately can be matched any where!

Come back here and visit often to see how you and Rebuilding Together can make a great partenership!

Rebuilding Together Muscatine Work Day

Deb — Sat, 16 Apr 2011 16:18:15 +0000

Rebuilding Together: National Initiatives: National Rebuilding Day

www.rebuildingtogether.org

We need your help spreading the word about National Rebuilding Day! Learn all the ways you can share our work and mission. This is your opportunity to make a difference in communities nationwide!

The date: April 30 The time: 7:30 am The place: Calvary Parking Lot

Once in the parking lot, you will receive your assignment and your shirt.

Volunteer forms may be picked up at our office at 129 West 2^nd street.

You may also call 563-260-3143, or you can catch up with us on FaceBook

http://www.rebuildingtogether.org/section/initiatives/nrd

Prize List for Evening of Fun

craig — Tue, 15 Mar 2011 13:49:10 +0000

LIVE AUCTION

1 – Allsteel #19 Chair ($1,680 value)

Weight-activated recline allows the chair to move with you, naturally. Innovative materials create a streamlined profile that is supportive, reduces pressure and fatigue, and regulates body temperature. And, #19 is easy on the environment. Not only does it meet strict indoor air quality standards, but it’s made from 100% recycled aluminum, 88% of the materials used in its manufacture are recyclable. Donated by Allsteel.

2 – Pampered Luxury ($365 value)

Luxury Package including overnight accommodations for two at the Clarion of Muscatine. This package includes a $100 bottle of cakebread wine, two – 60-minute massages by Therapeutic Massage & Body Shoppe, and a beautiful basket of Maxi-LaRusso Chocolates.

3 – Stihl Chain Saw with Extra Chain and Case

Donated by Lee Insurance

4 – Muscatine Art and History (Framed Grossheim & Muscatine History Book) ($100 Value)

Print from the Oscar Grossheim Collection and framed by River’s Edge Gallery. This particular print of the “Batterson Building at Night” shows inside Batterson’s Department Store picture window where there is even a poster that’s clearly visible, even though the room is awash with light. Framed and donated by River’s Edge Gallery this beautiful print is a nice collection along with an autographed Muscatine History Book.

5 – ALL FIRED UP – “A Tailgater’s Paradise” ($180 value)

Be ready for any game with this complete tailgating package! Includes a gas grill complete with a Fareway Meat Bundle, spatula, fork, tongs, Weber Grill mitt, and great grilling recipe cookbook. Also included is a chicken marinade, beef rub, steak sauce, six pack of Flying Dog Beer, and a King of the Grill Photo Frame. Meat donated by Fareway and everything else donated by VH Willis Co.

SILENT AUCTION

1 – DIVINE DIVA ($95 value)

Ardon Creek Lace Curtain Wine (Hy-Vee Drug Store)

Diva Wine Glass

Cocktail Book

Set of 4 Cocktail Glasses

Diva Napkins

Godiva Chocolate

Orange Rolled Chocolates Wafers Imported from Greece

Milano Cookies

30 Minute Massage (Capitol Touch Massage)

2 – BAKER’S DELIGHT ($55 value)

Pampered Chef Stone (Lisa Clark)

Pampered Chef Large Spatula

Set of Wooden Spoons

Peanut Butter Cookie Mix

Sugar Cookie Mix

Nestle Peanut Butter Chocolate Chips

3 – Here’s To Your Health ($180 value)

Harper’s Bike Water Bottle (Harper’s Cycling & Fitness)

$10 Gift Certificate Harper’s Cycling & Fitness

$25 Gift Certificate Just for Kicks

Two Pair Running Socks (Running Wild)

Running Dri-Fit Shirt (Running Wild)

Nathan Water Bottle (Running Wild)

ID Tag (Running Wild)

Hayes Hustle Free Entry for 5K (Hayes Committee)

Two Day Passes – Muscatine Community Y

2-lb. Protein (Nutrition Outlet)

Miscellaneous Gels, Powder Drinks

(May Exchange Running Wild Sizes at their store)

4 – Fore the Golfer ($200 value)

4 Sleeves – Bridgestone Golf Balls (Bridgestone Bandag)

Pkg. of Long Tees (Bridgestone Bandag)

Dri-Fit Golf Hat (Bridgestone Bandag)

Soft-side Cooler (Bridgestone Bandag)

18 Holes Golf & Cart for Weekend Play (Rebuilding Together)

Columbia Sunglasses – $100 value (Family Eye)

Fleece Jacket (First National Bank)

5 – The Perfect Pearl ($100 value)

$50 Gift Certificate Hall Tree (Hall Tree)

Scented Candles and Holder (Just Because)

Shirt and Mug (Elly’s Tea and Coffee)

$10 Gift Certificate (Elly’s Tea and Coffee)

6 – Play Time ($60 value)

Purple & Gold Basketball (Just for Kicks)

Muskie Hat (Phoenix Products)

Muskie Blanket (Muskie POM Board)

4 Tickets Bowling (Plamor Lanes)

7 – Car Care ($260 value)

Car Detailing (Krieger’s)

Oil Change – up to 5 qts oil, filter, check fluids

(Midtown Towing & Repair)

$100 off purchase of 4 tires (Pearl City Tire)

8 – Indulge Yourself ($160 value)

$50 Gift Certificate (Pro Hair)

Shirt, Bag, and Mug (Pro Hair)

Mary Kay Satin Hands Set (Shelly Meyn)

Portrait Sitting Fee (Creative Dreams Photography)

(for Adult, Family, Child, or Pet)

Victoria Secret Lovespell Shower Gel

Victoria Secret Lovespell Lotion

Luxury Net Bath Loofa

Pink Flamingo Chocolates (Flowers on the Avenue)

9 – Picnic in the Park ($70 value)

Picnic Basket

Blanket (Muscatine Community Y)

Ardon Creek Red Wine (Hy-Vee Drug)

Set of 4 wine glasses

Medium Pizza (Pizza Ranch)

Peanut Butter Pretzels

Tortilla Corn Chips with ConQueso

Cheese & Crackers

10 – A Night in Italy

All donated by Hy-Vee Food Store

11 – Beautiful Skin Care Products ($215 value)

All donated by Muscatine Center of Surgical Associates

12 – Park Avenue Style ($200 value)

Black & Gold Bag Filled With:

$35 Gift Certificate for Chemical Treatment with Teresa

Redken Shampoo

Redken Conditioner

Two Lipstick

Lotion

13 – Chocolate Dipped Strawberries (1 ½ dozen)

DOOR AND GAME PRIZES

Framed Picture ($50 value)

Beautiful Concrete Garden Leaf

$100 Savings Bond – First National Bank

$50 Gift Certificate – Muscatine Dermatology

Peking – $10 Gift Certificate

Floral Wreath (Flowers on the Avenue)

One – 30 Minute Massage – $30 value (Capital Touch Massage)

Avon Basket Full of Women’s Product – $40 value (Pam Everhart)

Avon Basket Full of Men’s Product - $40 value (Pam Everhart)

Champagne Candle (Miller’s Florist) – $17.50 value

Haircut and Style w/ Vicki (Coiffures by Beth) – $25 value

Redken Shampoo & Conditioner Set (Coiffures by Beth) – $22 value

Savings Bond (Central State Bank)

Women’s Silver Bracelet ($40 value)

Jimmy John’s – approx. $5.00 value each (7 sub sandwiches)

Jimmy John’s – $25.00 gift certificate

Pizza Ranch – approx. $10.00 value each (6 medium pizzas)

Plamor Lanes – approx. $6.00 value each (6 coupons for free bowling)