The volunteer-staffed Thrift Shop of Phoenixville donated $54,000 to local non-profit organizations this year. Since opening in 1975, the shop has donated $950,000 in its 44-year history of giving back to the community.
A large group of Thrift Shop volunteers, community members, and Phoenixville Hospital Leaders attended the donation ceremony and the reception that followed.
Thrift Shop President, Elaine Locascio, presented representatives from each recipient organization with their donation checks. Following is a list of the 2019 recipients:
- Ann’s Heart (Code Blue Ministry)
- Cancer Center at Phoenixville Hospital
- Community Health Education & Outreach
- Healthcare Access Program
- Mom’s House
- Orion Communities
- Phoenixville Area Community Services
- Phoenixville Women’s Outreach – The House
- Senior Adult Activity Center
- St. Mary's Franciscan Shelter
- Technical College High School Healthcare Scholarship
- The Clinic
- The Daniel Foundation
The Thrift Shop of Phoenixville is located at 238 Church Street in Phoenixville. The shop sells clothing, jewelry, accessories, toys, housewares, and small furniture. The Thrift Shop is open on Mondays through Fridays from 1-4 p.m. and Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Donations are accepted during operating hours.
For more information about the Thrift Shop or other volunteer opportunities at Phoenixville Hospital, call 610-983-1424.
About Phoenixville Hospital
Located in Phoenixville, Pa., and a member of Tower Health, Phoenixville Hospital is a 144-bed facility that provides comprehensive medical services through emergency room visits, inpatient admissions, outpatient procedures and community outreach programs. Phoenixville Hospital’s services include an award-winning cardiovascular program, a fully accredited cancer center, NAPBC-accredited breast health center, an acute inpatient rehabilitation center, and a large robotic surgery center. Phoenixville Hospital is accredited by The Joint Commission and has been recognized for its quality outcomes and clinical expertise across services lines that include joint replacement surgery, advanced heart failure care, and the designation as a Primary Stroke Center. For more information, visit www.towerhealth.org.