How to Help

There are many meaningful ways to support Thrifty’s and contribute to our mission of providing affordable essentials and fostering community empowerment.

Donating Items

Your gently used clothing, accessories, household items, and children’s toys can make a significant impact. By donating, you help us stock our shelves with items that provide a source of revenue to support Mokami Status of Women Council’s programming. Please check our donation guidelines to see what we accept.

Volunteering

We offer one-off volunteer opportunities for groups and businesses looking to give back to the community, as well as occasional individual volunteer opportunities. If you're interested in volunteering, please reach out to our Supportive Employment Program Coordinator/Thrifty's manager for more information. Your support is invaluable and helps us make a greater impact in our community.

Fundraising

Consider organizing a fundraising event or campaign to benefit Thrifty’s. Whether it’s a bake sale, charity run, or a community event, your efforts can help raise funds that directly supports the sustainability of our Supportive Employment Program.

Shopping

When you shop at Thrifty’s, you’re not just getting great deals; you’re also supporting a social enterprise that reinvests profits back into the community. Your purchases help us continue our mission of inclusivity and empowerment.

Spreading the Word

Help us raise awareness about Thrifty’s by sharing our mission with your friends and family. Follow us on social media, engage with our posts, and encourage others to support our work.

Donation Information

At Thrifty’s, your generous donations play a vital role in supporting our mission. Here’s everything you need to know about what you can donate, where to drop off your items, and our guidelines for donations:

Accepted items:

  • Clothing and Accessories: For all ages and genders

  • Household Items: Kitchenware, decor, small working appliances, and linens

  • Miscellaneous Items: Toys, games, puzzles, and books for all ages

To ensure safety & quality, we cannot accept the following items:

  • Extremely soiled, torn, or heavily worn clothing

  • Large furniture pieces or large appliances

  • Broken electronics

  • Safety items such as helmets, car seats, cribs, bassinets, or high chairs

  • Used hygiene products (new or unopened hygiene products and personal care items can be donated to Mokami Status of Women Council's Women Centre)

Drop-Off Location

Donations can be dropped off at our donations shed, located at the back of the parking lot behind our storefront. Please note that donations can only be accepted during store hours to prevent damage from weather. Thank you for your support!

How Your Organization Can Help

At Thrifty’s, we believe that collaboration with businesses and organizations can significantly enhance our ability to make a positive impact in the community. We invite funders and corporate partners to join us in our mission through sponsorship opportunities and collaborations that support our programs and initiatives.

By partnering with Thrifty’s, your organization can help us provide meaningful employment and support to youth through our Supportive Employment Project (SEP). Donations and funding can contribute to:

  • The creation and sustainability of employment positions for youth, empowering them to gain valuable work experience and develop essential skills.

  • The provision of training, mentorship, and wrap-around services that address the unique challenges youth may face as they transition into the workforce.

  • Offsetting the costs of maintenance and essential resources needed for our store operations, ensuring we can continue serving the community effectively and putting more revenue back into community programming.

A Special Thank You to Our Current Funders and Partners

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our current sponsors for their generous support of the Supportive Employment Project!

Community Partners and Collaborators:

Funders: