A thrifty offering for the prospective thrift-store owner...
In economic times like these, thrift stores have seen a 35% increase in sales in 2008 (USA figures); so what better time to start one? While fairly cheap, it is complicated, however.
Here, two experts cover the entire process, including such vital topics as:
- How to set up the store on a nonprofit basis.
- Choose a location.
- Get funding.
- Get the word about donations of saleable items
- Recruit and manage volunteer staff.
- Sort, price and recycle donations.
- Practical, step-by-step approach to the process.
- Troubleshooting tips and best practices that really work.
- Funding by and partnering with community organizations.
