Great news for shoppers and supporters of community service in Winston-Salem: the Winston-Salem Rescue Mission is celebrating the grand re-opening of its thrift store, giving residents a fresh reason to stop in and support a beloved local nonprofit.

The Winston-Salem Rescue Mission has long been a cornerstone of the community, providing essential services to those in need throughout the Triad. Its thrift store is a key part of that mission, offering affordable goods to shoppers while generating revenue that helps fund the organization’s outreach programs and services for individuals and families facing hardship.

A grand re-opening marks an exciting new chapter for the store, signaling updates and renewed energy behind one of the city’s most impactful charitable operations. Whether you’re hunting for a great deal or simply want to put your dollars to work for a good cause, the re-opened thrift store offers a meaningful way to do both.

Meanwhile, Winston-Salem State University made headlines of its own this week by hosting its inaugural AI Summit, an event aimed at encouraging students and working professionals alike to become more technologically fluent in the age of artificial intelligence. The summit reflects WSSU’s commitment to preparing its community for the demands of a rapidly evolving workforce, positioning the university as a forward-thinking hub of education and innovation in the region.

Together, these two milestones — a nonprofit breathing new life into a community resource and a university investing in the future of its students — are a reminder of the energy and heart that make Winston-Salem such a vibrant place to live, work, and grow.

Sources: wfmynews2.com, WXII