Barn Good Thrift Store Receives New York State Association for Reduction, Reuse and Recycling Grant

The Barn Good Thrift Store, a campus based business run by the student club Close the Loop, is making the move to 11 Hillside. Not only is the thrift store re-opening soon in this new location, but it will be supported by a NYSAR³ grant of $5,000. This award will be used to "purchase upgrades and targeted investments in equipment and supplies to bring the business to economic sustainability," according to NYSAR³'s press release. Environmental Studies Professor Lori Clark led the grant application, and she is hopeful that the award will help Close the Loop develop the new location for "exchanging goods, upcycling textiles, hosting diverse speakers, developing sewing and repair skills and selling quality used items."

The AmeriCorps Campus Climate Action Corps leader on campus has assisted with setting up the new thrift store location. To learn more about CCAC, click here.