On Thursday, an unfortunate incident occurred at the RAPS Thrift Store on Francis Road. An individual apparently experiencing a mental health crisis was involved in a serious incident of vandalism....
Volunteer of the Month – Darlene Prijatelj
RAPS is all about the animals. But everything we accomplish is possible because of humans! Meet this month’s Volunteer of the Month … Darlene Prijatelj, who is a devoted volunteer at the RAPS Thrift...
Meet the Humans: Karen Kamachi
Volunteer Thrift Stores manager keeps things running – and it’s the greatest job she’s ever had! To the RAPS team, Karen Kamachi has ALWAYS been a star. But starting this week, her smiling face and...
Vote for RAPS in Best of Richmond 2022!
Want a super-easy way to help RAPS? Share your love!Please vote every day until April 8th! The annual Best of Richmond competition is on now! Vote for RAPS as “Best Community Organization”,...
Don’t throw out textiles!
Most clothing items can be reused. Even those that cannot find a second (or third) life in a thrift store can be turned into other objects. The important thing is to keep them out of the landfill!...
RAPS Thrift Stores Auction and 50% Off Sale
We’ve saved up the best stuff from the entire year and are offering it to the public on Saturday, December 11. The RAPS Thrift Stores are holding a one-day bonanza event Saturday, December 11. This...
RAPS Thrift Stores Boxing Week Sale
Don’t miss the RAPS Thrift Stores Boxing Week Sale – DECEMBER 28, 29, 30! All three stores participating (New West store closed Dec. 28)! While supplies last! First come first serve. No holds...
Volunteer of the Month – Marty Kramer
Our Volunteer of the Month is Marty Kramer, who volunteers at the RAPS Animal Hospital Thrift Store on Francis Road. Marty is hard-working funny and is one of our experts – he knows everything about...
MONDAY IS #NationalThriftShopDay!
National Thrift Shop Day is August 17. You might think this is not exactly a red-letter day like Thanksgiving or Canada Day – but consider the idea from a perspective of the environment and the...
Important News from the RAPS Thrift Stores
Top priority is safety of customers, volunteers and staff New, expanded opening days and hours Massive amounts of stunning new inventory Temporary policies in place for donations Revised hours The...