Congratulations to our Graduating Cohort!
We’re proud to celebrate the recent graduation of five outstanding participants from our Construction Training Program! Congratulations to Johnny Jones, Artrimus Sarter, Derrick Hollins, Evontay Oats, and Brandon Ralls (not pictured) for completing hands-on training in deconstruction, warehouse operations, and job readiness.
These graduates are already turning their training into real-world success. Brandon has been placed with Jostin Construction, and Derrick will start with Denier Electric soon! The rest of the cohort is actively interviewing with reputable firms in Cincinnati. We’re also proud to share that Justin Clingman, a member of our previous cohort, was recently hired by MBJ Construction Management.
Their achievements reflect the power of workforce development and the impact of a second chance. Johnny, Artrimus, Derrick, Evontay, and Brandon—you’re not just building careers, you’re building a future. We’re cheering you on every step of the way!
We’re clearing out thousands of high-quality office furniture, carpet squares, and light fixtures at CLEARANCE prices
We’re clearing out thousands of high-quality office items—everything from desks and doors to carpet tiles and ceiling panels—at clearance prices. This is a rare opportunity for schools and small businesses to score big on gently used office furniture.
Here’s what we’re offering in large quantities:
- 2′ x 2′ Ceiling Tiles – 5,000+ available – $5 each
- IKEA “Thyge” Desks – 400+ available – $25 each
- Rolling Office Chairs – 400+ available – $55 each
- Dry Erase Boards – 100+ available – $300 each
- Carpet Squares – 80,000+ available – $1 each
- LED Panel Lights – 40 available – $50 each
- Black Leather Chairs – 10 available – $75 each
- Leather Bar Stools – 20 available – $75 each
- Blue Wingback Chairs – 20 available – $75 each
- Black Console Tables – 10 available – $125 each
- Black File Cabinets – 10 available – $65 each
- Cambro Buffet Base – 10 available – $150 each
- Cambro Coffee Carafe – 5 available – $65 each
- Pendant Dome Light – 15 available – $40 each
- Industrial Air Filters – 100 available – $5 each
- Electric Hand Dryer – 20 available – $100 each
New Colored Price Labels: A Smarter Way to Save!
In January, we launched a new color-coded pricing system designed to make shopping easier and savings even better! Since then, we have assigned a different color for newly priced items, and as time goes on, those items will move through a discount cycle.
How It Works
▸Each month, new items will be tagged with a specific color.
▸Those items will start at full price in their first month.
▸Every month after that, they’ll receive a bigger discount—giving shoppers great opportunities to save!
The Discount Schedule
▸Month 1 – Full Price (New Color)
▸Month 2 – 10% Off
▸Month 3 – 20% Off
▸Month 4 – 30% Off
▸Month 5 – 50% Off
▸Month 6 – 75% Off
Once items reach the six-month mark, they will be deeply discounted at 75% off, giving shoppers incredible deals before they’re removed from the sales floor.
For the month of June, all items with PURPLE labels are 75% off!
Be sure to check the color-coded tags each time you shop so you don’t miss out on amazing deals!
📰 Building Value in the News 📺
“Most of our participants are between 18 and 24, but we regularly have people in their 30’s, 40’s, and sometimes older. I think the diversity of ages is good for the younger crews—to get the perspective of the older workers and to receive that mentorship.”
Building Value Director, Sheryl Woodhouse, was recently featured on iHeartCinci with Sandy Collins to share how our team is making an impact through sustainable reuse and workforce development.
We also got a shoutout in the Spring 2025 issue of Edible Ohio Valley! The feature highlights Building Value’s innovative approach to salvaging architectural materials and providing job training opportunities for individuals facing employment barriers. And they give much-deserved praise to all the wonderful work being done by orgs like Cincinnati ReUse Center and ReStore Habitat Cincinnati!
Monthly Tuesday Discount Days
You have asked, and we have listened. Starting in 2025, we are rolling out our Tuesday discount days. On select Tuesdays of the month, we will be be honoring different groups with a discount.
Join us for freshly baked cookies and coffee and 20% off on our specialty discount days:
- 2nd Tuesday of the month: Senior Citizens (55+)
- 3rd Tuesday of the month: Veterans and active duty service members
- 4th Tuesday of the month: Our Northside Neighbors in zip code 45223
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