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Thrift shop helps Team Osan shop for less

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  • By Staff Sgt. Emerson Nuñez
  • 51st Fighter Wing Public Affairs
OSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea -- --  Short on cash? Looking for some new clothes, electronics, toys or books?

As luck would have it, the Osan Thrift Shop boasts a large variety of gently-used clothes and other donated items - all at low prices.

Conveniently located in Bldg. 403, next to the Main Gate, the thrift shop is one of the many ways the Enlisted and Officer Spouses' Clubs make a difference in the Osan community.
"All proceeds go to both organizations, who then give the money to different military charity and scholarship programs," said Alysha Gilbert, Osan Thrift Shop assistant manager.

Other members of Team Osan can also be part of the shop's contributions. Anyone with access to the base can shop and volunteer at the thrift store. Volunteers may stop by any time the shop is open to help out as often as they like.

Items for sale at the thrift shop are donated by members of Team Osan. Donations are accepted by anyone who is able to shop there, and can be dropped off in the bin in front of Bldg. 403 or given to a volunteer during hours of operation.

A recent volunteer project included renovating the store and giving it a fresh layer of paint, creating a new look for customers to enjoy and an even more inviting atmosphere for networking.

"Meeting everyone in the community and giving back to them is my favorite part of volunteering at the thrift shop," said Jessica Larson, Osan Thrift Shop manager.

The shop is open from Monday through Wednesday, and on the first Saturday of every month, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information, call 784-3435.