The Community is invited to celebrate with sales, giveaways, snacks and special activities throughout the day
DOUGLAS, GA (September, 2026) The Salvation Army Douglas Thrift Store is celebrating 31 years of serving Coffee County with a grand reopening and ribbon-cutting ceremony on Monday, September 14, at noon. The celebration will also introduce the community to the store’s new Director, Jessica Copcutt, who is eager to build strong relationships throughout the community and work hands-on with local residents, civic leaders, and community partners to help Coffee County neighbors in need.
The ribbon-cutting ceremony will take place at 12:00 p.m. at The Salvation Army Douglas Thrift Store, 110 Gaskin Ave. S., Douglas, Georgia. The public is invited to attend.
“This is an exciting time for The Salvation Army in Douglas,” said Copcutt. “For 31 years, this store has been a part of the Coffee County community, and I’m looking forward to building on that legacy. I want this to be a place where people know they are welcome, where we can build relationships throughout the community, and where our work helps make a difference for our neighbors who are facing difficult circumstances.”
The thrift store provides affordable shopping opportunities for the community while supporting the local ministry and programs of The Salvation Army. Proceeds from the store help provide resources for individuals and families in need throughout Coffee County.
The grand reopening celebration will continue throughout the day with special sales, giveaways, snacks and other fun activities for shoppers and members of the community.
Community members, local businesses, civic organizations and community leaders are encouraged to stop by, meet Ms. Copcutt and learn more about how they can partner with The Salvation Army to help neighbors in need.
The Salvation Army Douglas Thrift Store is located at 110 Gaskin Ave. S. in Douglas. The grand reopening and ribbon-cutting will begin at noon on Monday, September 14.
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About The Salvation Army
The Salvation Army’s mission is to preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ and meet human need in His name. Annually, The Salvation Army helps nearly 24 million Americans overcome poverty, addiction, spiritual, emotional, physical, and economic hardships through a range of social and spiritual services. By providing food for the hungry and soul, emergency relief for disaster survivors, rehabilitation for those suffering from drug and alcohol abuse, Bible Studies, youth enrichment programs, and clothing and shelter for people in need, The Salvation Army is doing the most good at nearly 7,000 centers of operation around the country. For more information about The Salvation Army in Georgia, visit SalvationArmyGeorgia.org. Follow us on Twitter @TSAGeorgia and #Doing The MostGood.
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