Children's Home Society supports community through local shopping

Thrift store partnership and anonymous donor help provide winter clothing for families in need

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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The Children's Home Society of South Dakota recently traveled to the Dell Rapids thrift store Padres to purchase winter clothing for families in need. Padres offered a 50% discount on the items, and an anonymous donor covered the remaining cost, ensuring the families received the necessary clothing.

Why it matters

This partnership between the Children's Home Society and the local Padres thrift store demonstrates the power of community collaboration to support those in need. By working together and leveraging local resources, they were able to provide essential winter clothing to families who may have otherwise struggled to afford it.

The details

The Children's Home Society posted a call for winter clothing donations on social media, which prompted an anonymous donor to team up with Padres to offer a 50% discount on clothing purchases. The Children's Home Society then traveled to Padres in Dell Rapids to shop for the families, with the anonymous donor covering the remaining cost of the items.

  • The Children's Home Society posted the call for winter clothing donations on social media in early 2026.
  • The partnership with Padres and the anonymous donor was established in February 2026.
  • The Children's Home Society traveled to Padres in Dell Rapids to purchase the winter clothing in February 2026.

The players

Children's Home Society of South Dakota

A nonprofit organization that provides support and services to children and families in need.

Padres

A thrift store located in Dell Rapids, South Dakota that offers discounted clothing and other household items.

Anonymous donor

An individual who provided financial support to cover the remaining cost of the winter clothing purchases at Padres.

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What they’re saying

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

The takeaway

This story highlights the positive impact that can be achieved when a community comes together to support those in need. By leveraging local resources and partnerships, the Children's Home Society was able to provide essential winter clothing to families, demonstrating the power of collaboration and community-driven solutions.