NEWS RELEASE
BEAVER VALLEY OUTREACH
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BLUE MOUTAINS - Beaver Valley Outreach (BVO) is grateful for the community’s donations of items to its treasure shop but, due to COVID-19, must limit its donation acceptance plan at this time.
“As we continue to sort through donations, and to keep the Treasure Shop open, we are facing a number of challenges,” says BVO Executive Director Carolyn Letourneau.
To name a few:
- We are struggling with maintaining consistent volunteers to cover the required COVID positions in the store
- We have very limited options to divert the donated textiles/goods that can’t be sold in our store
- COVID restrictions allow only 10 people in the store at one time, therefore merchandise is not moving as quickly
“Our plan at this time is that we ask people to call our Treasure Shop Coordinator, Jenn Mills to set up an appointment, at which time she will let them know what items we are able to accept. Please call 519-599-2577 and press 1 to leave your message. We will be accepting limited donations based on our capacity and availability.”
In an effort to keep its shelves and racks refreshed, BVO may send out requests for goods that are in low supply - through its website (www.bvo.ca), Facebook page, and on its Treasure Shop Voicemail message.
“We ask for your help by donating items in good saleable condition, by appointment only,” says Letourneau. “Thank you again for your patience as we endeavour to work together during these challenging times.”
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