Our Mission

Since 1979, we have been providing affordable clothing and household items while using the proceeds of our sales to donate to local and international charities. Our mission also includes helping those in need by donating clothing and goods to families and agencies who need assistance.

Flyer for 2024 Mission Giving showing $321,000 donated to various community organizations and initiatives such as AA Groups Rentals, Adult Mission Trips, and Second Harvest Food Bank. The flyer expresses gratitude for support and donations.
Flyer from Avon Lake United Church of Christ, detailing $284K mission giving in 2023 to various organizations like Denison Ave UCC, Mercy Resource Mothers, and others for food ministry, transportation, home repair, and community support services.
Donations announcement by Avon Lake UCC and Good Neighbor Thrift Shop for 2022, stating over $151K in donations to organizations like Bike & Build, Community Resource Services, and more. Includes a thank you note for supporting community needs.
Informative poster by Avon Lake United Church of Christ Good Neighbor Thrift Shop detailing 2021 accomplishments. Highlights include over $141,000 in donations to various organizations such as Community Resource Services of Avon Lake, Genesis House of Lorain, and St Paul's UCC of Cleveland. It acknowledges the contributions of patrons, volunteers, and staff and expresses gratitude for continued support.

2025 Grant Application

The Good Neighbor Thrift Shop Grants are awarded by the Avon Lake United Church of Christ in partnership with the Good Neighbor Thrift Shop.

Non-profit organizations in Lorain and Cuyahoga Counties are eligible to apply. Strong preference will be given to Lorain County projects, to existing mission partners, to specific projects and to UCC-related projects. Projects within the Avon Lake United Church of Christ are also eligible for consideration.

Grant awards will be provided either for specific projects or as general support to organizations, focusing on work in the following areas identified as current priority concerns by the church:

  • Poverty

  • Hunger

  • Homelessness

  • Refugee resettlement

  • Domestic violence

  • Addiction / Recovery

  • Dementia Support

Award amounts will be within $1,000 - $50,000.

Application Deadline is November 1st, 2025