Our Purpose

OUR MISSION

Monarch Thrift Shop maximizes social impact by providing job training for individuals facing barriers to employment.

Our Pillars

Rebuilding Lives

Monarch provides a safe and growth-oriented community service site for youth and community members, including court mandated hours. We offer interview preparedness assistance, contribute items to other local service agencies, and partner with local agencies and churches to provide needed items in times of emergency.

Reducing Recidivism

Monarch partners with the Avondale Restorative Justice Community Court, The Summit of Hope, and the Illinois Department of Corrections, to be a stepping stone. We provide a safe and nurturing environment to build employment skills, receive needed resources, and give back to the community during times of challenge and restoration.

Monarch Manifesto

At Monarch Thrift Shop, sustainability and community are at the heart of everything we do. Our mission is to create lasting social impact by offering high-quality, accessible, sustainable fashion while giving back to the community we love. We believe in second chances—not just for clothes, but for people too.

Our shop is more than a store. It’s a lifeline for individuals facing barriers to employment, offering job training and interview preparation to help them rebuild their futures. We provide a safe, supportive environment for youth and community members fulfilling court-mandated hours, giving them an opportunity to learn, grow, and contribute. In partnership with local service agencies and churches, we also ensure access to essentials during times of emergency.

Monarch Thrift Shop—where sustainability meets community, and every action helps build a brighter, more inclusive future for all.