The Thrift Connection is on the east side of our campus at 422 East 6th street, it offers a wide variety of treasures at unbelievably low prices. Clothing, Kitchenware, appliances, furniture, games, toys and so much more!
We initially welcome anyone except unaccompanied children under the age of 18. A quick intake and pre-screen that includes a criminal background check done by the State Patrol, a UA drug test, a breath test for alcohol if appropriate, and first impressions regarding mental health. Results of those tests and observations determine if a person may stay overnight, and under what conditions. The current shelter is not equipped to deal with those who are under the influence of alcohol or drugs, nor with the severely mentally ill. In those cases we refer to other service providers and do what we can to find more appropiate facilities or resources. We consistently bend over backwards to help whomever we can, even if they do not really fit our "criteria".
Our Mission is to provide the basic needs of the homeless and help each one move a step closer to home.
