Promotion at the Gentilly Civic Improvement Association this Saturday

Exciting news coming up as we start to spread the word about the Tool Lending Library to local neighborhood associatioons. First on our list of stops is the Gentilly Civic Improvement Association Meeting happening this weekend.

There, I will be standing alongside Audrey Cropp, another HandsOn Staff Member pictured here to give a brief introduction to the Tool Lending Library as well as our Volunteer Leader Program. After the meeting, we will be able to answer any questions and register new members on-site!

After that, I will be dropping off a small stack of one-pagers to The Green Project in the St. Claude Neighborhood.

If you would like to help spread the word or are interested in having us come visit your local neighborhood meeting or other event, feel free to contact us at tools@handsonneworleans.org or by phone at 504-483-7041 Ext. 105.

-Marc

Tool Lending Library Quick Facts

Who?
HandsOn New Orleans, a HandsOn Network affiliate and local volunteer resource center, inspires and motivates people to meet critical community needs by encouraging active citizenship through meaningful service. Since our inception in 2006, HandsOn New Orleans has provided local and visiting volunteers with the tools, housing and training necessary to strengthen and rebuild the New Orleans community.

What?
The HandsOn New Orleans Tool Lending Library is one of the first official tool lending libraries in the city of New Orleans. The library consists of more than 4800 tools that New Orleans residents, non-profits and volunteers can utilize to repair homes, plant trees, beautify area schools and parks, and more.

Where?
The Tool Lending Library is located at 1204 South White Street in Central City.

When?
The Tool Lending Library is open Monday-Thursday 10 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Friday by appointment, and Saturday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (or by appointment).

How much?
For $10 a month or $100 a year, members may check-out tools for landscaping, painting, construction projects, neighborhood clean-ups and more. Members must present a valid, government issued photo ID and proof of address in the Greater New Orleans area when registering.

Need more information?
For more information regarding the HandsOn New Orleans Tool Lending Library, call (504) 483-7041 extension 105 or e-mail tools@handsonneworleans.org.

We have updated our wish list!

Thank you so much to everyone who has been offering to donate to the Tool Lending Library. We love seeing our tools being put to good use throughout the city! Sometimes that means excessive wear and tear that needs safe repair or replacement. We wouldn't be able to continue functioning without these regular generous donations.

We now have a Tool Lending Library Wish List for all to see. Tools specified are preferred makes and models but any help is warmly appreciated!

Thanks in advance for you considerations, and have a happy and safe Mardi Gras!