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Summer equals outdoor fun, but it can also equal higher utility bills as temperatures rise and air conditioners have to work overtime. Fortunately, there are a few things you can do that can reduce energy usage during the summer and stretch your budget a little further. 1. Make the Most of Natural Airflow Before turning down your thermostat to cool off, try taking advantage of nature's cooling system. For example, you can open your windows during the cooler morning and evening hours to create cross-ventilation throughout your home.  If possible, open windows on opposite sides of the house to encourage air movement. Ceiling fans and portable fans can also help circulate air and make rooms feel cooler. A fan uses significantly less energy than an air conditioner, making it a cost-effective way to improve comfort on milder days.
Quick Tip: Make sure ceiling fans rotate counterclockwise during the summer. This pushes cool air downward and creates a refreshing breeze.
When women come together with a shared purpose, the results can be transformative. That belief is at the heart of Women Build, a powerful initiative that brings people together to create safe, affordable housing while uplifting women‑led households across Brown County.  What is Women Build?
Women Build is a community‑driven program that invites individuals, families, businesses, and organizations to roll up their sleeves and help build a Habitat home for a local women‑led household. While the program prioritizes women’s leadership and participation, volunteers of all gender identities are welcomed and encouraged to join us on the build site and beyond! Do you have a vehicle that you no longer use or need? Your car, truck, SUV, boat, or trailer could help Greater Green Bay Habitat for Humanity build a new home in our community! Habitat for Humanity makes it fast and easy to donate a vehicle, and by doing so, you may qualify for a tax deduction. Vehicle donations to Habitat for Humanity affiliates across the United States have raised over $72 million just in the last five years! Your vehicle will be sold on behalf of Habitat through a national network of auctions and direct buyers. Since launching Cars for Homes in 2005, Habitat for Humanity has accepted over 160,000 vehicles for reselling or recycling, raising funds for Habitat to partner with local families to build stability and security that a safe, affordable home allows. I could not believe I could donate my junk car and help Habitat for Humanity. It had been in an accident, but you still towed my car away quickly and easily! 
Let's get to know a little bit more about Christiaan:
What is your favorite part about working with Habitat? In other words, what is your why? My favorite part about working for Habitat for Humanity is the ability to get involved in the community I live in. I spent four years in La Crosse for college and after I left, I realized I completely neglected the city. But working with all the volunteers, hearing their stories, and meeting the customers and donors, I feel like I'm part of the community rather than just living in the city. |
Green Bay ReStore
920-338-1650 [email protected] 1967 Allouez Avenue Green Bay, WI 54311 Store Hours: Tuesday - Friday | 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Saturday | 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Sunday & Monday | Closed |
Greater Green Bay Habitat for Humanity
920-593-3921 [email protected] 1967 Allouez Avenue Green Bay, WI 54311 Please enter through the front office door. Office Hours: Monday- Thursday: 8:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. |
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Non-Proselytizing Policy
Habitat for Humanity International and its affiliated organizations (HFH) will not proselytize nor will HFH work with entities or individuals who insist on proselytizing as part of their work with HFH. This means that HFH will not offer assistance on the expressed or implied condition that people must (i) adhere to or convert to a particular faith or (ii) listen and respond to messaging designed to induce conversion to a particular faith. |