The Good Cheer Food Bank and Thrift Stores are a good cause to support. Good Cheer turns old furniture, clothes, appliances and knick-knacks into food for hungry families and individuals on South Whidbey.

With spring just around the corner, the time is now to start thinking about storing winter clothing and preparing for the warmer weather. Motivated and with spring cleaning in mind, you’re now wondering what to do with the pinstripe pants suit you bought three years ago and never wore, the leather pumps collecting dust under the bed, and the paisley print scarf that just doesn’t really go with anything.

There may be some separation anxiety involved in the process but you can be assured that your donations will have a positive effect on the community where you live. The Thrift Stores have a number of items that they are really looking for. Sometimes visuals have a better impact than a list. You’ll find photos of the items that the Thrift Stores are in need of.

We want you to know that any donation that is made, regardless of type, is deeply appreciated.

Donations are the life and blood of this organization; without which our ability to impact lives in the community would be greatly diminished.

So, with that in mind…………..

Sporting Goods

Bookcases

Dressers

Power Tools

Hand and Yard Tools

Couches and Recliners

Mattresses and Bed Frames

Washing Machines and Dryers

Refrigerators

Small Kitchen Appliances

Corning Ware and Baking Dishes

Camping Gear

Yarn

Art Supplies

Boats? That would buy a lot of food!

Call 221-6454 ext. 5 for pick-up of large furniture and appliances. You can also drop off items at 2812 in Bayview, just north of Bayview Corner. The donation drop-off center is open Mondays through Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Our volunteers will sort, prep and price them in our new Bayview facility and then move them to Good Cheer Thrift Stores in Langley and Clinton. Sales from the thrift stores support Good Cheer and help feed people in need in our community.

You can bring smaller donations and food items directly to the thrift stores if it is more convenient.

Remember to get your receipt for your tax-deductible donation.

To find out more about making donations to Good Cheer just click the above photo.

Good Cheer!