SHOP NEWS
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We have new January hours!
Weekdays we are open
Tuesday - Friday 9:30 am to 3 pm
Saturday hours remain the same:
10 am to 3 pm
Weekdays we are open
Tuesday - Friday 9:30 am to 3 pm
Saturday hours remain the same:
10 am to 3 pm
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Seeking a few good donations
If, like us, you dream of your closet or your children's closet looking like the one above, where you can actually see what you own, and you've spent your time at home cleaning your closet, please consider dropping off your donations in Thrift. We are seeking items that are in good shape, that you would give to a girlfriend, for example.
If you hate to part with something that is still in excellent shape but you know you're never going to wear and could use a little post-holiday cash, consider consigning with our Consignment Shop.
If, like us, you dream of your closet or your children's closet looking like the one above, where you can actually see what you own, and you've spent your time at home cleaning your closet, please consider dropping off your donations in Thrift. We are seeking items that are in good shape, that you would give to a girlfriend, for example.
If you hate to part with something that is still in excellent shape but you know you're never going to wear and could use a little post-holiday cash, consider consigning with our Consignment Shop.
If you made room for something new,
stop by and see what's new in the shops this week!
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We are looking for good stuff in great shape so that we can do the most good. We are a nonprofit and proceeds from our shops go to other nonprofit and service organizations in Union County. Visit our Thrift Donation FAQs page for more information on how to donate.
We are taking all necessary precautions against COVID.
Note that dressing rooms in Thrift & Consignment are closed at this time.
Note that dressing rooms in Thrift & Consignment are closed at this time.
WSL MEMBER NEWS
In Memoriam
The Westfield Service League lost one of its beloved and devoted members, Marie Castaldo,71, of Westfield, on
on Monday, September 7, 2020. In recognition of Marie's many dedicated years of service to WSL, members planted a small garden in her loving memory. Marie was an avid gardener and also loved Christmas. She co chaired our annual Christmas sale for the past two years. A holly tree was planted to honor her love for plants and the holiday. |
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2019 Grant Recipients
The Westfield Service League (WSL) awarded almost $66,000 to 40 Union County area nonprofit and service organizations for 2019. Since 1941, WSL has given $2,867,695 in grants.
“It feels wonderful to help other groups doing important work in our communities,” said Rosann LiVolsi, co-president of WSL. “This year, we were able to help more organizations that ever.”
The grants are funded through net sales proceeds from the WSL Thrift & Consignment shops, 114 Elmer Street in Westfield (the big blue house behind Starbucks).
“Thanks to our customers, donors, consigners and volunteers, we are able to raise the funds for grants that help benefit people throughout our area,” said Linda Heroux, WSL co-president.
“It feels wonderful to help other groups doing important work in our communities,” said Rosann LiVolsi, co-president of WSL. “This year, we were able to help more organizations that ever.”
The grants are funded through net sales proceeds from the WSL Thrift & Consignment shops, 114 Elmer Street in Westfield (the big blue house behind Starbucks).
“Thanks to our customers, donors, consigners and volunteers, we are able to raise the funds for grants that help benefit people throughout our area,” said Linda Heroux, WSL co-president.
A half-dozen organizations were first-time grantees this year. They include:
Creature Comfort Pet Therapy — Seeks to enhance lives through therapeutic visits with caring volunteers and their pets.
ECLC Foundation — Offers "Education, Careers & Lifelong Community" to children and adults with special needs, including autism, Down syndrome and other developmental disabilities.
Newark Bait & Flycasting — Shares a love of fishing to help veterans, children, and disabled individuals and promotes environmental conservation.
Refuge Assistant Partners — Interfaith organization that assists in the resettlement of refugees from all countries of origin to Union County.
Westfield Municipal Alliance — A local grassroots movement to involve the citizens of Westfield in a comprehensive and coordinated community-based fight against alcoholism and drug abuse.
Rotary Club of Westfield — Local chapter of an international humanitarian outreach organization.
Many organizations have received grants over the years, including Birthday Box, Children's Specialized, Contact We Care, Covenant House, Emmanuel Cancer, Family and Children's Services, Westfield Food Pantry, Westfield Historical Society, Westfield Y and YWCA Union County.
Grant applications for 2020 will be available in late fall. Please come back later this fall for more information or request an application via mailto:wsldonationapplication@gmail.com.
A complete list of grant recipients may be found here.
Creature Comfort Pet Therapy — Seeks to enhance lives through therapeutic visits with caring volunteers and their pets.
ECLC Foundation — Offers "Education, Careers & Lifelong Community" to children and adults with special needs, including autism, Down syndrome and other developmental disabilities.
Newark Bait & Flycasting — Shares a love of fishing to help veterans, children, and disabled individuals and promotes environmental conservation.
Refuge Assistant Partners — Interfaith organization that assists in the resettlement of refugees from all countries of origin to Union County.
Westfield Municipal Alliance — A local grassroots movement to involve the citizens of Westfield in a comprehensive and coordinated community-based fight against alcoholism and drug abuse.
Rotary Club of Westfield — Local chapter of an international humanitarian outreach organization.
Many organizations have received grants over the years, including Birthday Box, Children's Specialized, Contact We Care, Covenant House, Emmanuel Cancer, Family and Children's Services, Westfield Food Pantry, Westfield Historical Society, Westfield Y and YWCA Union County.
Grant applications for 2020 will be available in late fall. Please come back later this fall for more information or request an application via mailto:wsldonationapplication@gmail.com.
A complete list of grant recipients may be found here.
MEMBER NEWS
Congratulations to WSL's Joan CroutUPDATE: This event has been postponed until 2021 by Union County.
We are happy to announce that longtime Westfield Service League member Joan Crout has been selected as a recipient of the 2019 Union County Women of Excellence Awards in the area of volunteerism. She, along with nine other recipients, will be honored at the annual Women of Excellence Gala Awards Dinner on March 27. Joan has been a member of WSL for 43 years. Read the nomination letter for Joan.
News coverage of the Women of Excellence honorees: My Central Jersey Suburban News TapInto Scotch Plains/Fanwood Union County Press Release Westfield Leader |
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Remember to click on the Westfield Service League charity link above
so that a portion of your purchase can help fund our work.
Remember to click on the Westfield Service League charity link above
so that a portion of your purchase can help fund our work.