This Saturday RTS will partner with Turner Construction to restore home for family of eight in South Park!

Saturday, August 11, 2012

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

CONTACT: Claire Oatey – (206) 786-6236

coatey@rtseattle.org - www.rtseattle.org

 

Volunteers to transform home for family of eight in South Park

 

Seattle, WA – On Saturday, August 11, from approximately 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Rebuilding Together Seattle (www.rtseattle.org) will partner with roughly 30 volunteers from Turner Construction Company to clean, rebuild, and repair the home of a family of eight in the South Park area.  In an effort to help others live independently in warmth and safety, Rebuilding Together Seattle focuses on providing low-income homes and non-profit facilities with critical repairs, modifications and energy-efficient upgrades at no cost to the individuals served.

Volunteers will be helping the Masaniai family, who applied to Rebuilding Together Seattle earlier this year for assistance. Faamomoi and Tautalafua Masaniai live with and care for their two sons, two daughters, niece, and nephew, all under the age of 21. On August 11, volunteers will patch the roof with new shingles, remove the existing chimney flu, patch up drywall, paint the ceiling, install new linoleum flooring, supply energy-efficient baseboard heaters, replace windows, replace the washing machine, install grout and new tile in a bathroom, replace the threshold and weather stripping on the front door, install new door locks, paint the exterior of the house, and replace the garage door. These repairs will allow the Masaniai family to live in the safe and comfortable environment they deserve.

For more information on the Turner Rebuilding Day through Rebuilding Together Seattle, please email coatey@rtseattle.org or call (206) 682-1231 or (206) 786-6236 on day of event. Project address: 1236 S Donovan St, Seattle, WA 98108.  This event will offer exceptional visuals and ample opportunity for interviews; all interested media are encouraged to contact RTS for more details.

About our Sponsor: Turner Construction Company

Turner Construction Company provides construction services to clients who value diligence, resourcefulness and creativity in a partner. Since 1976, Turner has been committed to helping shape Seattle's communities. We believe Turner's responsibility to the city of Seattle and region goes beyond the business of “bricks and mortar,” and are honored to support the mission and continued success of many local community organizations. Turner was the first major builder in the nation to establish a formal community affairs department and every year our employees participate in numerous community programs. For more information, please visit www.turnerconstruction.com/seattle

About Rebuilding Together Seattle

Rebuilding Together Seattle was established in 1989 and is part of the national Rebuilding Together organization with over 200 affiliates in 50 states. Rebuilding Together Seattle is a volunteer, charitable organization that repairs homes and non-profit facilities at no cost to the individuals served.  RTS serves the elderly, disabled, families with children, and veterans in need.  For more information, please visit www.rtseattle.org.

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