SmiThrift

The idea for a campus thrift store had circulated for some time, garnering interest but little support, until WFI took the lead in developing a plan for it in 2004. A thrift store on campus provides a unique and powerful opportunity for students to gain hands-on experience in entrepreneurship—planning, starting and running a retail business to serve the Smith and Northampton communities—and philanthropy. Profits from SmiTHrift sales will be donated, based on the recommendations of a campus advisory panel, to organizations benefiting women and children in Northampton and the Pioneer Valley.

Volunteers and Donations

SmiTHrift is always looking for volunteers. To get involved or to make a donation, e-mail smithrift@smith.edu.

Student Leadership

SmiTHrift is comprised of a group of student volunteers committed to creating a viable business plan and locating space on the campus to open a retail outlet. Student volunteers meet weekly to sort through the many donations from faculty, staff and students.

2012-13 Board Members

Co-President Fall 2012

Emma Kimata '14
Rui Li '15

Co-President Spring 2013

Elaura Dunning '14
Rui Li '15

Treasurer

Rui Li '15

Secretary

Jessica Nguyen

Philanthropy Chair

Yijin Wei

Social Chair

Beiying Chen

Advertising Chair

Sylvia Jung