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Business Is Booming: Humane Society Store Expands Hours
April 5, 2010
Business has been good at the Junior Humane Society’s Thrift Store in Cantonment — so good, in fact, that they are expanding their hours.
Initially open just four days a week, hours have been expanded to include everyday except Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
“Some days when we came to open the store, we had customers already lined up and waiting for us,” said Frankie Van Horn Harris, director of the Junior Humane Society. “Hopefully, being open on more days and for longer hours will help our customers and help JHS.”
The store opened for business October 2009 after weeks of planning and hard work by a group of pet-minded and dedicated volunteers. Through the store, JHS volunteers have found a way to help the animals they care about so much and the community at the same time.
Store proceeds benefit JHS activities, such as finding homes for homeless cats and dogs. The store features of clothing for all ages, shoes, office furniture, kitchen supplies, books, toys, pet supplies and other items with new merchandise arriving almost daily.
Opening the store, as well as the store’s success, are a dream come true for Harris. “It’s something I didn’t think I would ever see in my lifetime, but it’s something I’ve always wanted to do as a fundraiser,” she said.
The Junior Humane Society’s Thrift Store in Cantonment is located at the corner of Highway 29 and Neal Road in Cantonment.
Pictured JHS volunteers Kristi Kirby; Amanda Gifford; Crystal Clanton; Mary Foster; Director Frankie Van Horn Harris; Christa Pettijohn; Elizabeth Irby; and Janet Lewis. Submitted photo for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
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3 Responses to “Business Is Booming: Humane Society Store Expands Hours”
I’m so glad to hear this! I’ve donated a few times, but haven’t made time to shop because of the hours; now it’s a no-brainer and I’ll go.
I’d much rather donate to them as I really know where the money goes.
Good cause.
I love animals.
Everybody, please support them….. donate, shop or both!
I have been in a few times. The inside of the building is bigger than it looks. The prices are super low! As long as the prices stay that way, this thrift store will be in business as long as they want. So often, thrift stores get greedy. If their price is higher than Wal-mart’s Clearance, I won’t ever return. Keep up the good work guys.
You get great bargains AND help raise $ for Spay/Neuter! It’s a Win/Win for everyone.