Unity Shoppe

Senior resource center:over 100 county senior programs, hospitals and non-profit organizations submit individual orders for low-income elderly or disabled people who need items which they cannot afford on their limited incomes. Many senior volunteers fill, wrap, and deliver 5,000 custom orders annually. Hundreds of other seniors knit, sew, build wooden toys, giving their time and talent. Those volunteering live with purpose, and the recipients receive what they need and want.unity Shoppe works with over 100 senior care organizations to provide free personal essentials to low-income seniors and individuals with disabilities. A dedicated team of senior volunteers carefully curates a selection of personal care items for thousands of packages every year, ensuring each gift will meet the specific needs of the recipient. Hundreds of off-site senior volunteers work throughout the year, donating their time and talents, to deliver hope, comfort, and joy to our neighbors in need.

Grocery store:more than 400 government agencies, social service organizations, and houses of worship refer low-income clients to Unity Shoppe for food distribution services. The choice-based model invites qualified individuals to shop for their needs in a store-like setting. Home delivery service is available for physically vulnerable seniors and individuals living with disabilities. All services are provided with the underlying values of dignity, respect, and choice in order to encourage independence and reinforce self-sufficiency.

Back to school:referred families with children come to shop for school supplies and clothing. Students of all ages fulfill their community service hours at the Unity Shoppe, in a safe and educational environment, learning job skills necessary for future employment. By volunteering with people of all ages and backgrounds, young people learn respect and compassion.unity Shoppe provides local youth with the tools they need to succeed. The back-to-school seasonal Shoppe offers shoes, clothing, backpacks, and school supplies to low-income families with children. Students in public and private schools serve their community, learn basic job skills, and earn school credit by volunteering in the client services center.

Job smart:provides young adults, unemployed residents, and individuals living with disabilities with the occupational training and work experience required to find gainful employment in a competitive job market. Our robust volunteer program in our client service center gives a volunteer the opportunity to develop marketable skills. Participants can select an interview outfit which includes shoes and undergarments. And, referral to resume development assistance.transitional assistance:tap provides immediate vital resources to help financially vulnerable residents facing a crisis such as natural disasters, sudden job loss, death in the family and a family impacted by unexpected health implications. In addition to distributing food, clothing, and personal-care items, clients can come to the Unity Shoppe's transitional assistance shop (a "one-stop shop") for items such as home goods like furniture, dishes, linens, and small appliancesvolunteeringindividuals... can work on site at our client services center. Example of jobs are sorting donations, tagging inventory, helping clients, and keeping the facility clean. Duties vary based on need - be ready for anything! Volunteers report to the client services center, 1401 chapala street during normal business hours. Volunteers under the age of 14 years must be accompanied by chaperone. Team building:team building opportunities are available for public and private companies, as well as nonprofit organizations. We can help you coordinate a rewarding volunteer experience of giving back to your community. Beginning with a short and informative tour of our facility, your group will spend time working behind the scenes with our committed staff in our client services center, actively supporting our local community.