Thrift Store Benefiting Austin Pets Alive Opens in Pflugerville

A New Thrift Store to Benefit Local Animals

Pflugerville, Texas, has just welcomed a brand new thrift store that’s set to make a significant local impact. Commencing operations on April 13, this is the latest addition to the existing four Central Texas thrift shops presently working to the benefit of Austin Pets Alive (APA).

Transforming Shopping Into a Lifesaving Act

The unique attraction of this boutique-style thrift store lies in its primary objective of directing the net proceeds from sales to support APA’s lifesaving animal programs. “Our thrift stores play a big role in helping fund our shelter, so guests help save lives when they shop,” stated Derrick Ernst, the retail operations manager at Austin Pets Alive. The store offers a wide range of commodities, incorporating everything from clothes and home goods to jewelry and art.

Turning Donations Into Assistance

Located at Windermere Drive in Pflugerville, the store is set to accommodate customers with the opportunity to shop high-quality items while supporting a cause close to their heart. The funds gathered through sales play a substantial role in helping Austin Pets Alive to continue their high-impact work within the community and beyond.

Not only do the thrift stores provide a secure source of funding for the organization, but they also bring in a diverse range of merchandise for people in the community to purchase. It’s a win-win for everyone involved – the organization receives monetary support, locals get unique items at affordable prices, and of course, the animals get the funds they need for their care.

About Austin Pets Alive!

Austin Pets Alive is a passionate animal welfare organization dedicated to making Austin a no-kill city since 2008. Through innovative, comprehensive programming, Austin Pets Alive has been directly responsible for close to half of the over 10,000 lives saved each year in Travis County.

They achieve their mission by identifying the animals most at risk of euthanasia at other shelters and bringing them into their network. By providing veterinary care, behavioral training, and general nurturing, they give these animals a second chance at finding a loving home.

Community Engagement

Community members eager to get involved can shop in-store, offer donations, or join as volunteers. With customer and community support, Austin Pets Alive’s newest thrift store in Pflugerville can extend their impact in the local area and continue making strides towards a no-kill Austin.

The Thrift Store’s Role in the Community

Austin Pets Alive’s expansion with a new store in Pflugerville underscores the organization’s commitment to increasing its impact. The additional location will increase the convenience for Pflugerville residents to donate items or shop for unique finds while contributing to a worthy cause. It is a genuine embodiment of the saying ‘shopping to make a difference.’

In conclusion, every purchase in the Austin Pets Alive thrift store will go beyond getting a customer the goods they need. It is a direct contribution to preserving and enriching the lives of pets in Austin by giving them the right environment, love, and care. The initiative is a milestone in Austin Pets Alive’s noble mission to champion animal welfare.

Source:

Austin Pets Alive! – Thrift
15803 Windermere Drive, Ste. 603
Pflugerville, TX
www.austinpetsalive.org/shop/thrift