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The Golden Goose is adding 4,000 square feet to its store in Catalina.
The Golden Goose Thrift Shop has been busy getting ready for its expansion. Construction has already started and is expected to be completed by late November or early December. The construction will be on the north side of the building where the back room receiving area is located. They will be adding 4,000 square feet of space to their existing building. Three thousand feet will be for the back room receiving area where items arrive and are processed. The space will include a shaded area for the volunteers who unload the trucks. One thousand square feet will be added to the clothing section of the store including two new dressing rooms.
The Golden Goose has raised more than $8 million since opening 13 years ago.
“This is the first stage of a three phase expansion plan,” said Stephanie Urdiales, General Manager.
The Golden Goose has thrived and grown thanks to its wonderful volunteers. They have raised over eight million dollars in the 13 years they have been open. All their profits go to supporting SaddleBrooke Community Outreach and Impact of Southern Arizona, non-profit organizations that provide funding for community programs. These programs include Kids’ Closet, Food Bank, ESL, Senior Nutrition Program, Teen Closet, Youth Programs, Scholarships, Meals on Wheels, Summer Enrichment Programs, Senior Center and Tri-Community Food Bank.
The award winning thrift shop through its generosity has helped communities from northwest Tucson to the San Carlos Reservation. They were voted the Best Thrift Shop and Best Antique Shop in Tucson in 2015 and the Northwest Explorer has named them “The Best of the Northwest” for 2016 as they were voted Best Community Leader, Best Shoe Store, Best Jewelry Store, Best Women’s Boutique, Best Furniture Store, Best Customer Service, Best Retail Boutique and Best Customer Service.
The Golden Goose Thrift Shop is located at 15970 N. Oracle Road, Catalina, Arizona. Visit their website: www.goldengooseaz.com or like them on Facebook.
John Hernandez lives in Oracle. He is retired and enjoys writing and traveling. He is active in the Oracle Historical Society. He covers numerous public events, researches historical features and writes business/artist profiles.
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