The White Elephant Thrift Store is a St. Mary's ministry founded over 6 decades ago by volunteers committed to meeting the needs of our Parish and surrounding community. Our goal is to improve the lives of families and individuals by offering affordable or if necessary, free of charge gently used and new clothing, shoes, housewares, linens, home decor, sports equipment, toys, jewelry, books, and small furniture , as well as, Catholic and Christian gifts and merchandise.

Every week our dedicated volunteers donate their time receiving, sorting, organizing, pricing, stocking, and displaying donated items for sale in our store. We welcome everyone to come and shop in a fun and friendly environment!

We are committed to "Recycle, Renew, Reuse" and work in cooperation with other charities and recycle centers including:

Our White Elephant partners with the following organizations and ministries:

• Ecumenical Storehouse
• St. Therese and their Little Way Ministry
• Family Justice Center
• Anderson County Senior Center
• TORCH
• Norwood Boys & Girls Club
• Oak Ridge High School Work-Based Learning
• SARGE
• St. Joseph Food Pantry
• St. Mary School
• Holiday Bureau
• Bob’s Washboard
• Parkwest Hospital
• Choices
• Nobles Metals
• Habitat for Humanity
• Individuals and families who walk in with a need

As a non-profit ministry our efforts not only benefit our surrounding community and their families, but also help support the ministries of St. Mary Parish.