New Resale Store to Open in San Juan to Help Charity

From a press release:

Laura’s House, a leading nonprofit dedicated to providing domestic violence education, prevention, shelter and counseling services to empower individuals and families affected by abuse, today announced the grand opening of a second Resale Store. Located inside Plaza Del Obispo at 31878 Del Obispo St., Suite 104 in San Juan Capistrano, Laura’s House Resale Store will open its doors to the public Saturday, Aug. 9.

“By opening a new Laura’s House Resale Store in San Juan Capistrano, it will be more convenient for new donors and shoppers who live and work in this area,” said Heather Green, Resale Store manager. “Expanding our operations will allow us to raise more funds for the critically important services and programs Laura’s House provides.”

Laura’s House will celebrate its expansion of a second resale store with a public reception on Thursday, Aug. 28, from noon to 7 p.m. Community members are invited to enjoy shopping, music, food and fun in support of Laura’s House and its efforts to “end the silence” of domestic violence. A ribbon cutting ceremony with the San Juan Capistrano Chamber of Commerce, Mayor Sam Allevato, Mayor Pro Tem Larry Kramer and Councilman John Taylor will take place at 5 p.m. Hollywood Candy Girls also will provide a gourmet candy bar for guests to enjoy.

During the reception, Laura’s House will be accepting donations of gently used clothing, shoes, handbags and accessories, paintings, collectibles, books and more. Store proceeds benefitLaura’s House emergency shelter and counseling and resource programs through the resale of high-quality donated merchandise. As an act of customer appreciation, Laura’s House is launching a new loyalty card program as a way to reward repeat customers.

“Laura’s House Resale Store continues to have a powerful impact on our ability to provide the services and programs needed in the community,” said Margaret Bayston, executive director ofLaura’s House. “We invite everyone to shop – and donate – to help us raise funds that allow Orange County families to rebuild their lives through domestic violence prevention and education programs.”

About the Laura’s House Resale Stores

Since 1995, Laura’s House has maintained a Resale Store with a mission to raise funds to support the programs and services that Laura’s House provides to individuals and families throughout Orange County, and beyond, who are rebuilding lives that are free of violence. The Lake Forest location of the Laura’s House Resale Store opened in 2009, and is located at 23635 El Toro Road, Suite F, in the Twin Peaks Shopping Center. The San Juan Capistrano store is located at 31878 Del Obispo St., Suite 104 in the Plaza Del Obispo shopping center.

Store Hours:

Monday: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Tuesday: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Lake Forest open late until 8 p.m.)

Wednesday: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Thursday: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (San Juan Capistrano open late until 8 p.m.)

Friday: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Saturday: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Sunday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Donation Drop-off Hours:

Monday to Friday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Saturday: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Sunday: 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.

For information, click here.

About Laura’s House

The mission of Laura’s House is to change the social beliefs, attitudes and the behaviors that perpetuate domestic violence while creating a safe space to empower individuals and families affected by abuse.

In 2014, Laura’s House celebrates its 20th anniversary serving those whose lives have been affected by domestic violence. For the past two decades, Laura’s Househas provided shelter and support services to more than 4,000 battered women and children and counseling, life skills education and legal assistance to over 45,000 people. Connect with Laura’s House on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube.

PHOTO Courtesy Laura’s House.