February 2018 ~ Newsletter
You asked, we answered: Why our stores can’t accept all donations?
Every so often, a federal inspector will stop by one of our Salvation Army Family Stores.

They don’t come to chit-chat over coffee. Rather, these Inspectors come to make sure our stores aren’t selling donated items that are hazardous, are part of a recall, or violate other  government rules  concerning the reselling of used goods.

Thankfully, our stores continue to pass these inspections...( Read More )

Rule we have to follow
We are telling this story to help our store donors in West Michigan understand an important fact: There are valid reasons why we cannot accept everything you so graciously donate.

Sometimes, donors get angry when we won’t accept certain items – what they don’t realize is we have strict rules to follow...( Read More )
Donate today
    Thankfully, the list of items that Salvation Army Family Stores do accept is much longer than the list of ones they don’t.

Our 8 stores across the West Michigan area are happy and waiting to accept your donations of new or gently-used clothing, furniture and household goods.  Find your nearest location  for drop-off hours... ( Read More )

Thought of the Month:
Give and it will be given to you. Luke 6:38

Be quick to serve others. In giving, you will receive. There's and old but true phrase, "To make a friend, be a friend." To give acceptance to others is to receive acceptance. To widen your circle of friends to include others in to include in the broader circles of their lives. Jesus taught, "Give and it will be given to you." When you give to others a sense of belonging, you feel a greater sense of belonging.
~Charles F. Staney
Upcoming Sales:
February 10, 2018 ~ Winter Sale ~ All Locations
Schedule a Donation Pickup Today
To schedule a Pick call 1-888-868-9305 or online at satruck.org
The Salvation Army Family Stores of West Michigan
616-452-3133
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