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HOME Spun Star Volunteer

Jenna Bryant

The HOME Spun Resale Boutique, an employment initiative of Project HOME, is in need of men’s clothing! We are looking for high-quality casual to professional outfits and accessories.  They can be dropped off anytime during our open hours: Tuesday-Friday 11 AM-7 PM and Saturday 12-5 PM at 1523 Fairmount Avenue (tax receipts available). Every sale goes towards providing income for residents of our program. For more information, visit http://bit.ly/HOME_Spun

Bill Shriver has volunteered with Project HOME for more than 10 years and has recently offered his time helping out at the HOME Spun Resale Boutique, a fashionable employment initiative. Read on to learn more about him!

What made you choose to volunteer at Project HOME?
I was first inspired to volunteer after reading an article about Sister Mary’s work and wanted to give a helping hand. Too many people just aren’t making it financially in our society. I began volunteering at Project HOME 12 years ago in other departments and started at HOME Spun in July 2013.

What are your duties as a HOME Spun volunteer?
As a volunteer I work assisting store staff with office work and steaming, sorting, and organizing clothing and shoes.

Bill Shriver in HOME Spun blazer, shirt, vest, and shoes

Bill Shriver in his HSB best

 

Your favorite part of volunteering: 
My favorite part of volunteering would have to be my co-workers. We all work as a team.

Why do you continue to volunteer? 
Even though I am a volunteer I feel treated like an employee and an equal. I know I am appreciated here.
How would you improve HOME Spun: We are in need of more men’s items including high quality suits, blazers, and button ups.

Cufflinks from the boutique

Cufflinks from the boutique

 

Stop by HOME Spun Resale Boutique to drop off a bag or two of gently-used donations and be sure to check out our quality apparel at a great price. Your donations and patronage of HOME Spun assist in providing the opportunity for meaningful employment experiences for our employees who are exiting homelessness and improves access to affordable casual and interview ready attire for both Project HOME residents and the local community.

Visit us online for more information regarding our Social Enterprise programs at Project HOME.

 

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