New Billboard at the TLL!

We have a new sign!

Thanks to the efforts of numerous visiting volunteers and our recent influx of astounding AmeriCorps NCCC members, we now have a Tool Lending Library billboard on the side of our building. Thanks for all your hard work and dedication to volunteering.

Sincerely,
The HandsOn New Orleans Team

HandsOn News Letter Update: Spring 2010

This Spring, the HandsOn Tool Lending Library is embarking on its second year running. Community leaders and non-profits are spreading the word with great results! We are constantly improving the program and expanding our impact as a community resource.

By utilizing the Tool Lending Library (TLL), New Orleanians are saving over $10,000 a month on average and our stock of tools are seeing more action across the city. Since January of 2010, membership has increased by over 33%. Although small policy changes occur, members still have the opportunity to borrow tools a week at a time for $10/month.

Your are welcome you to look through our blog where we include frequent updates on our program activities as well as those of our members. We also offer construction plans with instructions for free and welcome anyone to take advantage. You can find archived newsletters following this link here.

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.