Polson Salvation Army thrift store to close
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POLSON – The Salvation Army announced today that its thrift store in Polson, will close effective Sept. 26.
The thrift store, located at 201 Second Street East in Polson has been owned and operated by The Salvation Army, Kalispell Corps for almost three years. Although local support of the store has been great, it has not been a profitable venture and the decision was made to close it.
The Salvation Army has a long tradition of operating successful thrift stores throughout the country. Each store, including the Polson location, is operated to raise income for the social services provided in the area. If a thrift store operates without profit, the Salvation Army’s many social service programs are negatively impacted. “Making the decision to close this store was a difficult one. The people of Polson and surrounding area have been very supportive, and the employees have worked very hard at making it an enjoyable place to shop. Unfortunately it just wasn’t large enough to make a profit,” Salvation Army Major Steve Svenson said. “Our main mission is to provide services for the poor and our finances need to be used to that goal.”
The Salvation Army has been leasing the building. Future plans for the building have not been determined.
The store will remain open until Saturday, Sept. 26, pending available merchandise. Daily shopping and donation hours are Monday through Saturday, 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (subject to change). The Salvation Army store in Kalispell is not affected by the Polson closure, and is open normal business hours. The truck will continue to pick up large donations around the lake by appointment, and can be reached at 406-257-5449.
