Dear Editor,
Donation boxes for clothing/shoes are being left at businesses in our county. The donations do not stay in Richmond County.
Local thrift shops such as Christian Closet, The Grab, Community Treasures and Outreach for Jesus rely on donations to provide inventory to sell.
Donating clothing/shoes and household items locally means you can receive documentation for taxes. Another benefit is a good supply of economical clothing/shoes and household goods for purchase. Thrift stores have rent, utilities and staff to pay. Declining revenue from declining donations could affect their ability to remain financially solvent.
Thrift shops are a triple win by (1) helping our budgets, (2) recycling things we need/use, and (3) helping support local charitable organizations.
Please donate locally.
Elaine Wallace
Hamlet
This is very well stated and I am glad you took the time to let our community know. These boxes showing up around town should not be allowed if they are not of benefit within our own community.