Downtown New West boutique doubles as thrift store and social enterprise – New West Record

December 05, 2023

Supports folks in need and artisans at the Union Gospel Mission’s Found Thrift Boutique in New Westminster

Buying a second-hand outfit or pair of shoes can help fund meals, shelter and recovery for folks who are struggling.

Found Boutique opened at 641 Columbia St. in August, 2020, with the purpose of raising money to support the UGM’s meal, shelter and recovery programs. It started out as a boutique featuring a collection of home décor, gifts, jewelry, accessories, skin care and brand-name fashions for men and women, but the newly revamped store is now a thrift boutique.

“It’s more to align with the values that UGM has, since it’s completely owned by UGM and 100 per cent of the net proceeds go toward the effort that we make toward helping people overcome poverty, homelessness and addiction,” said Sarah Chew, a media relations specialist with UGM. “So it’s a great way to kind of incorporate lower-barrier access to great goods.”

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