Newsletter - August 2021

August 2021 | Newsletter

Donations Needed: StyleXchange

Now that our building is open again, we are thrilled to welcome shoppers back to StyleXchange. We need your donations to keep the inventory full and fresh! Below are the items we need the most:

Kids' Clothes: Back to School!

We need gently used kids' clothing, jackets, and shoes in all sizes 2T and up. This is our most urgent need as kids get ready to head back to school!

Men's Clothes

We need men's shoes (all sizes) and clothing. In particular, we need men's athletic wear (pants/sweatshirts), jackets for fall, and all clothing in larger sizes (3X and up).

Women's Clothes

Gently used women's clothing in all sizes is needed for our shoppers. We especially need fall jackets, athletic wear and sweatshirts, purses and bags, and clothing items in all styles in XS and S.

It's easy to donate! We accept donations 5 days a week through a convenient drive-up service around the back of our building. M/W/F from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. and T/Th from 1:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Masks are Required Indoors

Starting Aug. 12, Valley Outreach will require our team, volunteers, and visitors to wear masks in our building – regardless of vaccination status. Masks or facial coverings are not required outdoors, however social distancing is recommended both outdoors and indoors. Masks or facial coverings must cover the mouth and nose. If you need a mask, just ask. Let's keep health and safety a top priority.

Why the change? We are located in Washington County which is experiencing a “substantial” level of transmission as defined by the Centers for Disease Control, and the CDC recommendation is that masks be worn while indoors. We believe it important to protect the health of our entire community while continuing to serve an increasing number of people in a variety of ways.

How long will this be in effect? This requirement will remain in place until the county is no longer experiencing “substantial” or “high” rates of transmission for a sustained period of time as defined by the CDC, or when public health guidance changes.

Volunteer Groups Wanted!

We're welcoming groups of up to 10 people* to support our food shelf and work in our warehouse on Tuesdays from 1 to 4 p.m. There's something for everyone! Contact Kenny McCoy (651-342-5563) to sign your group up for a shift.

*Group members must be 16 years or older.

Be like Natalie! She saw an opportunity to host a fundraiser recently during National Night Out. She and her friends collected food, pet food, and money for Valley Outreach. We are so grateful for our donors! Thank you!

Learn more about hosting a food and fund drive on our website.

SAVE THE DATE! Feed the Valley is back and in-person at the JX Event Venue on Friday, October 29. Interested in sponsoring this year's event? Check out sponsorship levels and benefits online and contact Kelly.Unger@valleyoutreachmn.org. We do hope you'll join us!

Let's Make It Better. Together.

"Thank you so much for applying for helping me get my car fixed! You really stepped up to the plate for my safety and welfare. Your organization has been a help to me since my children were small many years ago. I truly appreciate you all."

-Message from a new Valley Outreach client

Service and Drive-up Donation Hours

M/W/F - 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.

T/Th - 1:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Donate Now

Valley Outreach

1911 Curve Crest Blvd. West

Stillwater, Minnesota 55082

Call Us: 651-430-2739