In 1969, a year after SOS was created, the founding members opened the SOS Thrift Shop to provide a secure funding base for its programs. Today, thanks to community support, the Thrift Shop is the primary funder of SOS programs. It offers an affordable place for residents to shop and it provides dozens of meaningful jobs. It has become a community hub where volunteers assist while having fun and becoming more connected to their community. Come celebrate our collective community impact with a free Anniversary and Customer Appreciation event at SOS Thrift Shop on Thursday, Sept. 21 from 10 am to 3 pm. Enjoy cake, hot dogs, popcorn, prizes, special sales and live music.