Volunteers
Combining efforts for the good of Gwinnett seniors
Friends of Gwinnett Seniors and Home Repairs Ministries have teamed up over the last few years to meet the need for home repairs and modifications for seniors in Gwinnett.
Read MoreMeet Aaron Innes
Aaron Innes, a young volunteer with Home Repairs Ministries, shares a little about himself and why he serves.
Read MoreMeet Phil Orazi!
Board member, volunteer, and donor Phil Orazi has been involved with Home Repairs for many years. And for him, serving others is truly an enjoyable experience, and one he wants to share with those in Gwinnett and beyond. Keep reading to learn more about Phil and his family, his perspective on giving, and his dream…
Read MoreLearning new skills while serving others
He’s been in and out of retirement for several years, but he’s always seen the value in making time to serve others. Joe Redmond – a husband of 37 years, father to three, grandfather to five, and IT expert – first got involved with Home Repairs Ministries over four years ago doing repair projects with…
Read MoreFaith-based roofing company partnering to help repair homes and hearts
Brandon Wolfe and Thomas Mcconnell aren’t just long-time best friends; they’re also the owners and founders of Roofserv, a faith-based roofing company. Yahna Mcconnell, Roofserv’s director of marketing and A/R and Thomas’s wife, helps tell their story. “Before Roofserv, Brandon and Thomas worked at a different roofing company that constantly omitted integrity and honesty. As…
Read MoreRetired civil engineer now enjoys seeing homeowners’ lives restored
He loves to give help to those who need it. But how did Bob Pyle, a civil engineer turned volunteer, end up with Home Repairs? It all started through the men’s group at his church, 12Stone. “I love Home Repairs’ cause – helping seniors, single moms, and widows who can’t afford critical home repairs –…
Read MoreProviding help and hope: volunteer Tom’s story
It’s a value that was instilled in him by his father years ago: serving others. Tom has known from a young age that “paying it forward” is important, and he intends to do his part to help. Prior to retiring and joining Home Repairs as a volunteer, Tom enjoyed a career spanning nearly 50 years…
Read MoreWorking for the kingdom: Marty’s story
Not many high-level businesspeople would have considered an alternate career in carpentry. But Marty Cuellar did. Throughout his 40+ years as a quality professional, mainly in the food industry, Marty has always had a desire to serve – and a love for carpentry. It’s what’s led him on numerous missions trips over the years. “At…
Read MoreMeet Brandon Yarnell, one of our new board members!
How did you hear about Home Repairs? At 12Stone Church, Bill Isaak and I volunteered together for several years and Bill told me about Home Repairs. A few years ago, I volunteered for a project with Home Repairs. I’ve had the chance to be a participant, supporter and, more recently, an organizer of the annual…
Read MoreMeet one of our new board members, Chad Dykes!
How did you hear about Home Repairs? I attend Perimeter Church and remember when Harvey Anderson started the ministry. As a contractor, I was able to donate some materials now and then. What made you decide to get involved with Home Repairs? Home Repairs definitely meets a need in the community, and I’ve always had…
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