ABOUT THE UP SHOPPE:
We are a thrift store that accepts donations of new and gently used clothing and accessories. We carefully select the best of the best and re-sell for a very reasonable cost. The proceeds from the sales go directly back into newc programs and services supporting women & gender-diverse folks in our community.
LOCATION:
384 Selkirk Avenue Wpg
HOURS:
Tuesday to Thursday
9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Friday
9:00 am – 3:00 pm
WE ARE SEEKING DONATIONS OF:
NEW AND GENTLY
USED CLOTHING
E-WAGES
PROGRAM
Women & gender-diverse folks can work in the Up Shoppe up to 25 hours at a minimum wage to pay down a debt.
EMERGENCY CLOTHING
REFFERAL PROGRAM
Emergency clothing provided free of charge to women & gender-diverse folks and their families in critical need.
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
Contact the UpShoppe at
204-582-3494 or upshoppe@newcentre.org
PLEASE NOTE:
We do not accept household items, furniture and electric appliances. These donations can be processed by the Oyate Tipi Furniture Project: http://www.oyatetipi.com/donations.htm
The Up Shoppe is a social enterprise program of the North End Women’s Centre. This “little shop with a big heart!” builds pre-employment skills in local women and non-binary folks while also revitalizing Selkirk Avenue. The store relies on the donations of generous individuals and organizations. The sales revenues are used for programs that help women & non-binary folks on their path of change.