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TownTalk: A Busy Spring For Rebuilding Hope

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When you drive through the Rebuilding Hope campus on April 26 to pick up plates of that delicious barbecued chicken, sides and dessert, you’ll get a pretty good view of the property, which for so many years was the site of the Coca-Cola Bottling Co.

If you choose to park and eat in, Rebuilding Hope founder and director Randolph Wilson said you probably won’t recognize the interior as a place where those iconic green glass bottles were cleaned, filled and capped, but he gives a tip of the hat to the facility that has served its new owners so well over the past seven or eight years.

The fundraiser runs from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Wilson invites the public to stop by and pick up plates; no advance ticket is necessary, but feel free to call 252.438.5132 to reserve plates. Orders of five or more plates can be delivered, he said.

“Just drive up or drive in,” Wilson said. “We’ll sell until we run out.”

At a recent gathering to celebrate the facility, located at 414 Raleigh Rd., and its new lease on life as home to Rebuilding Hope, Wilson said the president of the former owner, Durham Coca-Cola, came to see how the facility had changed.

“He was pretty much blown away,” Wilson said. “There’s not another building in this town that fits this ministry like a glove” the way the former Coke plant does.

The room that once housed the bottling equipment has been transformed into meeting space, complete with projector and sound capability.

The warehouse that used to store pallets of Coca-Cola products ready for distribution now has different areas for plumbing and electrical supplies, tools and hardware.

Trucks can drive through and get loaded with lumber. And there’s a walk-in freezer and walk-in cooler convenient to the loading dock, so deliveries of surplus food items in need of temporary storage can be easily rolled off trucks and into the coolers.

And the garage area behind the main building now is a tool shop and a storage area for shingles and other supplies for the various projects that Rebuilding Hope undertakes.

The summer Servants on Site program uses a lot of those shingles to repair and replace roofs for residents in the area, Wilson said. This year, SOS participants will gather June 24-28 to work and enjoy fellowship with others while doing God’s work in the community.

This year’s deadline to register is May 1, Wilson said. Visit https://rebuildinghopeinc.org/ to sign up your youth group.

The SOS program is an opportunity for youth groups to find out what’s going “in our own Jerusalem.”

Local youth groups are signed up so far, and another group from the western part of the state. There’s room for more, Wilson said.

“(SOS) touches their life in a way they didn’t expect,” Wilson said. “It’s amazing to hear the young people talk about what it means” to participate in the weeklong event.

At a recent meeting in Elkin, he said he heard from the dad of a previous SOS participant, who reported that the experience had been life-changing.

“We also accept volunteers year ‘round to help with projects in the community,” Wilson said. Their teams build more than 100 wheelchair ramps in any given year to allow residents easier access in and out of their homes.

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Project “Roll On” Continues At Rebuilding Hope

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Randolph Wilson hopes that monetary donations will pick back up so the parking lot and driveway at Rebuilding Hope can be repaved.

It’s called Project “Roll On” and the goal is a lofty one – it’s going to cost about $100,000 to complete.

Right now, the fund is sitting at $12,000, and Wilson, founder of the non-profit located on Raleigh Road, hopes the community will help.

 The fundraising campaign launched in late September, and the hope was to get started on the worst areas by springtime.

 In a letter to volunteers and to other supporters last fall, Wilson said he hopes to “gain support in acquiring much needed funds to repair the damaged pavement around our building.  The parking lot and driveways are in real need of resurfacing to prevent damage to vehicles and also (to) allow proper drainage away from the building,” he stated.

 Rebuilding Hope, Wilson said, has always been funded solely from individuals, churches, and business entities. “We must ask our faithful community once again to help us continue this good work.  These are very difficult times for many people simply trying to afford housing, food and basic needs.  We need to secure this ministry’s ability to respond to people with hope, by repairing this damage.”

 The Rebuilding Hope ministry was founded in 2006 following a deployment to help victims of Hurricane Katrina.

There are a variety of ways to make donations to Project ‘ROLL ON’:

 Visit the website rebuildinghopeinc.org and select Donate to make an online contribution, mail donations to 414 Raleigh Rd., Henderson, NC 27536 or drop donations off in person at the office Monday through Friday between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m.

The Local Skinny! Rebuilding Hope Uses Crosses To Help Get The Message Out

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In the February newsletter, local nonprofit organization Rebuilding Hope shines a spotlight on a volunteer whose creativity adds a special touch to the work that goes into building wheelchair ramps and other home repair projects across the area.

Van Splinter makes wooden crosses, which the Rebuilding Hope volunteers have been distributing when they’ve gone out into the community to do their work.

“From the beginning of the ministry we’ve presented a Bible,” Rebuilding Hope coordinator Randolph Wilson said in the newsletter story. “The generosity of Van Splinter has added greatly to the ministry.”

Splinter, himself retired from his job in construction, said he heard about Rebuilding Hope and its mission when Wilson came and spoke at Splinter’s church, Rock Spring Baptist Church, in Townsville.

He estimates that he’s given away as many as 500 of his hand-crafted crosses, each about a foot tall, and he keeps a good supply in his truck to give away. He’s also made a smaller version for each active member of his church.

The crosses are made from scrap lumber, but he also makes flags, serving trays, cutting boards and more that he sells. He puts all his proceeds from sales of those items toward buying more materials.

You can find Splinter most Saturdays at his roadside stand in Townsville.

Learn more about Rebuilding Hope at  www.Rebuildinghopeinc.org.

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The Local Skinny! Rebuilding Hope Initiates Project ‘Roll On’

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Rebuilding Hope volunteers spend a lot of time each year helping people make essential repairs to their homes, mostly fixing roofs and constructing handicap ramps. But the nonprofit’s founder Randolph Wilson said the group needs to turn its attention to some repairs at their own home – namely, the driveway and parking lot.

Project “ROLL ON” is underway to raise $100,000 to complete the repaving project, Wilson said.

And he’s asking for help from the community to make it happen.

“Please consider any gift to project ‘ROLL ON’ when you begin considering this year’s donations, or perhaps budgeting a contribution for early next year.  Our desire is to be able to begin these repairs to the worst areas next spring and continue until completion,” Wilson said.

They kicked off the fundraiser campaign on Sept. 29 with an announcement in the monthly newsletter and an insert placed in the chicken plates that were sold on that day.

In a letter to volunteers and to other supporters, Wilson said he hopes to “gain support in acquiring much needed funds to repair the damaged pavement around our building.  The parking lot and driveways are in real need of resurfacing to prevent damage to vehicles and also (to) allow proper drainage away from the building,” he stated.

Rebuilding Hope, Wilson said, has always been funded solely from individuals, churches, and business entities. “We must ask our faithful community once again to help us continue this good work.  These are very difficult times for many people simply trying to afford housing, food and basic needs.  We need to secure this ministry’s ability to respond to people with hope, by repairing this damage.”

The Rebuilding Hope ministry was founded in 2006 following a deployment to help victims of Hurricane Katrina.

“I knew then, as I know now, that one of the most basic physical needs people have is a place to shelter, to call home.  My wife Gail and I, along with our patrons and volunteers, believe that their most important need is spiritual, and that coming alongside to offer help and hope in a time of need gives us opportunities to witness to them about Christ.  It has truly been amazing over these past 17 years to see how God has moved through this construction ministry and the lives that have been touched,” Wilson said.

There are a variety of ways to make donations to Project ‘ROLL ON’:

Visit the website rebuildinghopeinc.org and select Donate to make an online contribution, mail donations to 414 Raleigh Rd., Henderson, NC 27536 or drop donations off in person at the office Monday through Friday between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m.

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Rebuilding Hope Chicken Plate Fundraiser Friday, Sept. 29

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Make plans now to pick up a “Friend-Raiser” chicken plate on Friday, Sept. 29 at Rebuilding Hope on Raleigh Road.

Last Saturday’s torrential rainfall destroyed the signs that were supposed to advertise the event, but Randolph Wilson, executive director at Rebuilding Hope wants to make sure the community knows to come out between 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. – just in case the new signs don’t arrive in time.

The plate is filled with half a barbecued chicken, potatoes, green beans, bread, dessert and that delicious sauce that Rebuliding Hope fundraiser plates have become known for.

Plates are $10 each – patrons can eat-in and drive-thru is available. Five or more plates can be delivered – call 252.438.5132 to place a delivery order.

 

 

TownTalk: Rebuilding Hope Chicken Plate Fundraiser

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Rebuilding Hope is making plans for its barbecued chicken fundraiser later this month, and Randolph Wilson invites the community to come on out on Friday, Sept. 29 to buy the plates to support the group’s efforts.

Tickets are $10, and Wilson said last year’s drive-thru process worked so well that they’ll probably do it the same way this year.

“Last year, we did it in a hurricane,” Wilson said on Wednesday’s TownTalk, so this year should be a piece of cake.

Thanks to the support, dedication and hard work of volunteers, the chicken plate fundraiser is a big success. Wilson, who is founder and director of the non-profit, said they’re getting all the details worked out to make sure things run smoothly on chicken plate day.

Plate pick-up continues from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. If you order five or more plates, delivery is available.

Rebuilding Hope send volunteer crews out to Vance and surrounding counties to help people with home repair projects and construction projects.

This summer’s Servants on Site program built ramps and put five roofs on homes in the area. And there were 32 participants in the Kids Construction Camp, which provides hands-on training for young people who want to learn more about using hand tools.

It’s a volunteer-driven organization, and Wilson said the volunteers that give their time and talent to Rebuilding Hope have created something special.

“I can’t ask for better volunteers – they do a fabulous job,” he said. “You’d be surprised at the skills that come here every week.”

The organization has been at its current location, 414 Raleigh Rd., for about seven years. Locally known as the former Coca-Cola Bottling Co., the familiar sign on the front of the 1930’s-era brick building offers visitors a reminder of the building’s past.

Rebuilding Hope is open Monday-Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Visit www.rebuildinghopeinc.com to learn more or call 252.438.5132.

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Money to Do Good Works Comes from Selling Great Chicken!

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Rebuilding Hope Ministries, located at 414 Raleigh Rd, is having it’s bi-annual BBQ CHICKEN PLATE fundraiser this FRIDAY, APRIL 28TH, 11:00AM – 7:00PM.

Half chicken, potatoes, string beans, bread, & dessert for $8.00.

Drive thru or Eat-In available, and orders for 5 or more plates may be delivered.

For more information or delivery requests call 252-438-5132 during regular hours.

Last years fall cooking was held as the remnants of hurricane Ian passed through. Rain is forecast for Friday, but this group of devoted volunteers will be there Friday to continue the work of this local ministry that has served our surrounding communities for over 17 years.

So please make your lunch or dinner plans for this Friday, the 28th, a famously delicious Rebuilding Hope chicken plate.

This text was submitted by Rebuilding Hope.

Rebuilding Hope Fall 2023 Chicken Plate (WIZS Photo)

The Local Skinny!

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The van fleet at Rebuilding Hope, Inc. has doubled, thanks to a recent donation by Island Creek Baptist Church.

Randolph Wilson, coordinator of the non-profit, located in the former Coca-Cola Bottling Co. location, said the 15-passenger van will be especially helpful when it’s time to take volunteers to various project sites during the summertime Servants on Site mission.

West End Baptist Church had made a similar donation earlier, Wilson noted in the group’s monthly newsletter.

RHI relies on volunteers and donations from the community and beyond to help achieve their mission of helping area homeowners repair – free of charge – roofs and install wheelchair ramps, keeping them safe and able to remain in their homes.

Early Bird registration ends tomorrow for the annual Servants on Site project, scheduled for June 19-23. The reduced cost is $125; after tomorrow, the cost is $150.

The fee includes a specially designed t-shirt, as well as all meals and lodging. Scholarships are available. SOS is a weeklong project that includes work, worship and witness – in Vance and surrounding counties. Young people who have completed 6th grade through adults may participate.

To learn more about SOS and other ways to=participate in Rebuilding Hope programsand projects, visit www.rebuildinghopeinc.org.

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Perhaps Your Old Appliance is Someone’s New Appliance

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Rebuilding Hope accepts some used appliances that are in good working order. The appliances include washers and dryers, refrigerators and electric stoves.

Appliances that require repairs cannot be accepted. Rebuilding Hope does accept used furniture and cannot accept household goods or clothing.

Rebuilding Hope is located at 414 Raleigh Rd in Henderson and can be reached at 252-438-5132 or 252-425-5593 and via email at rwilson@rebuildinghopeinc.org.

Online at rebuildinghopeinc.org.

(Info from the latest RHI newsletter.)

TownTalk: Rebuilding Hope Wraps Up Another Year

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There are at least 20 homes whose residents need wheelchair ramps, and Randolph Wilson of Rebuilding Hope Inc. said the lumber is in their warehouse and the tool trailers are stocked and ready to roll.

There’s one thing missing, however: volunteers. People who will pull those trailers to the job site and use that lumber to build the ramps that so many in the community need to make entering and exiting their homes easier.

Wilson spoke with John C. Rose on Wednesday’s TownTalk and said God has richly blessed the ministry during the six years or so that it’s been in operation at the former Coca-Cola Bottling Co. on Raleigh Road.

“God has given us all the things that we need,” Wilson said, adding that the ministry relies solely on financial support from churches, individuals and businesses – it operates without benefit of government grants.

“We’ve been blessed that we have never needed money – we just need volunteers.”

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Teams have gone out into the community to construct dozens and dozens of ramps so far this year, but there are still quite a number of households on the wait list.

If you’d like to help, contact Wilson at info@rebuildinghopeinc.org or phone 252.438.5132.

The mission and ministry of Rebuilding Hope is “rebuilding homes, lives and hearts.” It strives toward those goals in a variety of ways, including sending youth out into the community to tackle repairs and home rehabs.

Over the summer, young people from near and far to take part in a program called “Servants on Site.” Close to 100 young people participated in the 2022 event and put roofs on 10 houses in the area in just about 4 days’ time.

The youth bunked at Central Baptist Church, and a dozen area churches prepared food each day at the job sites as well as helped purchase materials for the roofing projects.

“We had a great week with all those kids in town,” Wilson said.

Details of the various activities and events that Rebuilding Hope undertakes are included in the ministry’s monthly newsletter, available electronically to anyone who would like to receive it.

Simply email info@rebuildinghopeinc.org to be added to the mailing list and to stay updated on ways you can help.

Rebuilding Hope is open Monday-Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Applications for assistance are received on Wednesdays, Wilson noted.

Can’t climb up on a roof or take the 6-8 hours that it takes to complete a standard wheelchair ramp? No problem. Volunteers also are needed for small repair jobs like deck and interior floor repair, Wilson said.

There are opportunities to help keep the warehouse in good order, as well as cleaning and restocking the various trailers that are available to the community.

There’s a food trailer for churches and other groups to borrow when they’re having events, and even a trailer outfitted with popcorn, cotton candy and sno-cone machines.

Add to that the game trailer – stocked with different games and you’ve got yourself a portable party.

“You can pull both of those trailers out and have a pretty good event,” Wilson said, adding that there is no fee to use the trailers.

Wilson said he would be happy to come out and speak to any church or other organization that wants to learn more about its mission and how to help Rebuilding Hope help others in the community.

But mostly, he said, it’s volunteers that are needed.

“Our volunteer base is getting older – we need some young people to come on board,” he said.

In the meantime, he said, his prayers are simple: that folks “will choose to come and help.”

Visit www.rebulidinghopeinc.org to learn more.