Thrifting 4 Gifting

Our members believe in the power of the volunteer and the magic of giving. The power of the volunteer is making a lasting impact on our communities. The magic of giving is generated through the efforts of our dedicated and enthusiastic all-volunteer membership.

Our main philanthropic program, School Zone, defines what Thrifting 4 Gifting has been doing for the students in Southwest Riverside County for thirty-five years. Since 1989, the lives of approximately 28,000 children have been improved by this program.

Thrifting 4 Gifting partners with the Temecula, Murrieta, Menifee and Lake Elsinore, Romoland school districts because they can best determine the children most in need. Each referred child who meets HUD’s regional low-income standards, attending an School Zone's 'Shopping Event’ at the local Kohl’s or Target store, is allocated $125 tax-free to select needed school appropriate clothing. We clothed over 1,700 students in September and October 2024.

In addition to School Zone, we support several other philanthropic programs with the proceeds from our thrift shop as well as grants and business and individual donations. Please check our web site for more detailed descriptions of our programs.