Small Gestures, Big Differences
ICYMI (in case you missed it) – at the beginning of September we started a new social series on our Facebook and Twitter pages called ‘Thrifty Thursday’. The series focused on living and spending intentionally and touched on everything from supporting local businesses, to reducing waste by upcycling old items around the house, to donating or offering gently used items to family and friends. The series wrapped up with a note on the importance of communication when it comes to your financial goals and well-being. Head over to our pages if you’re interested in seeing all the posts!
Living and spending with intention doesn’t have to mean big changes or a complete overhaul of how you live, it can be as simple as making little changes to your regular routine. When it comes to helping others, small gestures can make a big difference. But where to start can be overwhelming. To make it easier, we’ve compiled a short list of places you can donate items or volunteer your time across the province:
- Donate to organizations like Community Living, Salvation Army and Souls Harbour Rescue Mission. (Please note, due to covid-19, Souls Harbour is not accepting new clothing donations until the beginning of January.)
- Not only does Community Living accept your gently used clothes and accessories, toys and games, linens and household items, the money they raise helps fund programming and supports at Inclusion Saskatchewan.
- Donate or volunteer at a food bank close to you
- Volunteer or donate household items to Habitat for Humanity
- Check out the website or Facebook page for the YWCA in Regina, Saskatoon or Prince Albert and YMCA in Regina and Saskatoon.
- Donate children’s items to places like Once Upon A Child and Kids Clothing Cottage in Regina.
- Donate food to a Community Fridge
Consignment shops are also a great way to let others shop new-to-them items for less than full retail price while helping you reach or maintain your own financial goals:
- Cranberry Collective – Moose Jaw, SK
- Rhoda’s Elegance Again – Regina, SK
- Stasia Consignment – Saskatoon, SK
- Warman Thrift Shop – Warman, SK
- Second Chance Store – Fort Qu’Appelle
- Modern Mum Consignment – Yorkton, SK
- Whitewood Thrift Store – Whitewood, SK
- Second Chance Store – Carlyle, SK
- Blue Earth Second Hand Store – Weyburn, SK
- Blu-Moon Emporium – Gravelbourg, SK
This time of year, as the holidays approach, people have more warm, fuzzy feelings than other times of year and turn their thoughts to how they can help others. It’s also a tougher time of year for those who need support. The places listed above are just a few of the many, many places you can donate, volunteer and shop for less in Saskatchewan.
For more information, visit Mysask411 consignment and thrift stores for more stores and locations near you.
-Paige Sandvold is the Content Marketing Manager on the Brand and Digital Platforms Team at Directwest