Shenandoah County Search, Inc.
Well, What Do You Know About That!
Who knew our little thrift store operates on the same principles as an entire shopping mall in Sweden?
ReTuna Reuse Gallery only sells second hand and recycled goods. Imagine 14 shops selling sporting goods, electronics, gardening supplies, toys and a fashion boutique - all recycled merchandise. Yet we do the same thing, albeit on a much smaller scale.
Larry, a regular volunteer, tests all electrical and electronic equipment to make sure it is in working order before items are put on the sales floor. His wife Shirley prices hard goods, looking up items online to ensure they are fairly priced. Barb and Mary Lou make sure linens are clean, sized, priced and neatly bundled. All of this is done to offer our customers affordable, quality merchandise.
At the same time, the store serves as a reminder we all have a responsibility to focus on sustainability. Reduce, reuse, recycle to minimize waste. While we can only dream of hundreds of customers a day and a turnover of $1.8 million annually, we take pride in doing all we can to provide for the group home.
Visit SEARCH Thrift Shop and be part of our circular economy. Shop with purpose. Donate with impact.
We Did It!
The nonprofit organization known as Candid is the world's largest source of information on nonprofits and foundations, helping donors and the public evaluate and gain insight into charitable organizations. By providing Candid with detailed information such as our mission, strategic plan, and financial reports, we have received the organization's highest level of transparency seal. SEARCH's Platinum Seal of Transparency allows us to expand our reach to tell the world our story of providing a nurturing home for our residents and the wonderful people who care for them.
Join us in giving ourselves a pat on the back.
who we are
Shenandoah County SEARCH, Inc. (“SEARCH”) was established in August, 1978 by Preston and Vivian Poole, and others who were interested in the welfare of intellectually challenged citizens. SEARCH is a Section 501(c)3 non-profit corporation. Thus donations to SEARCH are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by applicable law.
SEARCH Continues to operate in memory of Vivian Poole, who dedicated 30 years of her life to this cause.
SEARCH is grateful for the visionary leadership of Sid and Betsy Price following the death of Vivian Poole. They helped put SEARCH on the road to success! Their generosity and vision provided SEARCH with the current Thrift Shop building. Care for our residents guided their vision.
Board of Directors
Judy Franz
Winnie McDermott
Joan Griffin
Erika Auer
Bob Schmidt
David Jones
Kim Cassford
Dr. Jerry Germroth
Elaine Harshman
Robin Tull
KK Stroop
Joan Proctor—Emeritus
Our Missions
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To provide a warm and nurturing home for intellectually challenged adults through our Group Home.
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To operate the Thrift Shop which serves the needs of the broader community by offering quality merchandise at affordable prices. The Thrift Shop sells only donated items and provides most of the financial support for the Group Home.
events
We had a wonderful Christmas party at the Group Home! Check out the "News From the Group" page.