Inner city church thrift store serving the local Lewiston/Auburn Maine community.
The St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store is a non-profit charitable business that sells discounted clothing, bedding, housewares, etc. Proceeds benefit people of need. Prices at the store range from a few cents to a few dollars; half price sales and brown bag sales are popular attractions that make the store even more affordable to those in need. We hope to gain your business!
In 1971, the Rev. Msgr. Paul D. Gleason saw a dire need for giving a helping hand to those less fortunate in the area. Thus, within a few months, a charitable organization of fifteen members emerged and the resulting St. Vincent de Paul Society opened the Thrift Store. This society emulates the motto of St. Vincent de Paul, "By our works we are known."
In addition to assisting those who need basic necessities, St. Vincent also offers two scholarships per year to area high school seniors wanting to enter college. Applications can be picked up at any area high school offices during the month of March.
The "Christmas Basket Appeal" generates donations of foods and gifts for the less fortunate. In in the past, the appeal helped over 300+ individuals.
Men/Women/Children Clothing, Home and House ware goods, Jewelry, Clothing Accessories, Toys.
