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Building Homes for a Cause
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Q U I C K L U N C H AT I K E ' S
Kitchen hits the spot while I
learn more about Ellie Rigby's
position as Executive Director of
Renovation Alliance. This unique
compa ny is not on ly ma k ing a
difference in homeowners' lives, but
also the region's community.
Sta r ted in 1999, Renov at ion
A l liance offers free critica l and
accessibility repairs for low income
homeowners. They complete renovation
work that includes everything from
roofing, weatherizing, plumbing and
electrical repairs to energy efficiency
and accessible home modifications.
Their organization focuses on
homeowners over the age of 65, those
living with a disability, have children
in the home or are active or retired
members of the armed services.
"Our work ensures that homeowners
keep their homes, preserving their
equit y and keeping communities
together," Rigby says. "Our work also
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enables low income homeowners to age
in place and stay in their communities."
Renovation Alliance also provides
opportunities for volunteers to help
homeow ners in t heir back ya rd.
Volunteers are always needed and
appre c iate d . R ig by encou r a g e s
individuals and organizations to email
or call their office for applications, and
to come prepared ready to change lives
for the better.
Rigby graduated with a master's
degree in Construction Management
from Virginia Tech and an English
degree from the University of Virginia.
Prior to her job as Executive Director,
Rigby was a project manager for a
local general contractor. When the
job opening at Renovation Alliance
became available, Rigby jumped at the
opportunity to work in construction for
a cause that meaningfully impacts the
community.
"My job is amazing," she says.
"Not only do we make a huge impact
but that platform we provide for
volunteers makes a huge difference in
our community. Seeing the volunteers
and homeowners work together is
pretty great."
Rigby and her husband Jared, the
manager at River Rock climbing gym,
have a six-year-old son named Reeh.
When it's time for family fun, they
love getting outside, from canoeing at
Carvins Cove to camping in Jefferson
National Forest. They also love the
opportunity to see live music, especially
when it's FloydFest season, and sharing
that experience with their son. He may
not realize it, but he's been attending
FloydFest since he was in the womb!
Rigby has lived in Roanoke since
she was a toddler, and loves the area,
especially for the mountains and the
people.
"It can't get much better than this,"
she says. "We are very fortunate to live
in such a beautiful and friendly place!"
I -LIZ LONG
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LIZ LONG
Ellie Rigby, Executive Director at Renovation Alliance, finds immense reward in helping the
community through her work.
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