Earlier this year, the popular home-makeover show put out a call for local families that needed help but had also given help. Response was overwhelming. Now, one family has been chosen and will be notified, from a group of five finalists — all waiting on pins and needles — on Sept. 3. The news comes from the local construction and design (and PR?) firm chosen for the build. A website is already up; here is more info.

ABC’s “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition” Coming to St. Louis
Builders Callier Thompson Shea and Consolidated Construction Group call for building team and support volunteers
ST. LOUIS – Callier Thompson Shea Construction and Design LLC and Consolidated Construction Group Inc. today announced they will join ABC’s “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition” for an upcoming build in the greater St. Louis area.
The builders were selected to oversee and implement an aggressive one-week build that will change the life of a deserving St. Louis family. While the exact location of the project has not yet been disclosed, the builders look forward to taking on this incredible mission to give one of five families selected in the area a life-changing gift — a brand new home.
“A project of this magnitude and timeline is a challenge for any company,” said John Shea, president of Callier Thompson Shea Construction and Design, “and we are excited to partner with Consolidated Construction to lead this build. The citizens and corporations of St. Louis always rise to the occasion to help those in need, and we look forward to pulling the community together for this worthy cause.”
“Both companies have been blessed and believe strongly in giving back,” added Dave Dunlap of Consolidated Construction Group Inc. “We believe our project motto, ’People, Passion, Purpose,’ really exemplifies what this project is all about and encourages everyone to get involved. Every dollar, piece of material and hour donated to this project will make a difference.”
The building team is requesting volunteers to provide their time, support and resources to help ensure the success of this build. They have launched a dedicated website, ExtremeHomeMakeoverStLouis.com, containing information about volunteer opportunities, building materials and items needed for the project. Volunteer registration information also will be included, and interested individuals and companies are urged to visit the site to learn how they can help, show their support and register to volunteer.
In addition, Callier Thompson Shea Construction and Design and Consolidated Construction invite all volunteers and those who want to show their support for the project to a kick-off pep rally from 8 – 11 a.m., Aug. 26, 2008, at Manchester United Methodist Church, 129 Woods Mill Road, Manchester, MO 63011. This event will be hosted by Callier Thompson Shea Construction and Design, Consolidated Construction and producers and representatives from the Emmy award-winning television show. All those who are volunteering, donating time or materials, and those who want to support the build are invited to attend.
For more information on the build and how you can sign up today to help, please visit the website or call 636-256-8906.