‘For The Interval’ Store is a social enterprise. A social enterprise is a business under the umbrella of a not-for-profit organization with primarily social objectives and an overall mission to serve the public good. In addition to providing social programs and/or support services, a social enterprise operates as a revenue generating business that reinvests its earned income into realizing the social mission of the organization.

Most social enterprises are considered “double-bottom-line” businesses – that is, a business designed to earn a profit and fulfill a social mission. There are some social enterprises that work from a “triple-bottom-line” – incorporating environmental impacts and sustainability into their overall mandate. The revenue generated from social enterprise operations provide an organization the opportunity to increase its sustainability by becoming more self-sufficient – thereby ensuring its ability to meet its social mission.

We are considered a “triple-bottom-line” social enterprise, as we divert items from the landfill, earn a profit, AND work towards the fulfillment of our organizational mandate from day to day.

‘For The Interval’ Store was started in November 1991 as a result of overwhelming support in the way of community donations that were arriving at Lloydminster Interval Home. The idea of the “store” was initially conceived and pursued by five dedicated shelter volunteers. After almost 30 successful years, this fundraising enterprise has evolved to include a current location of approximately 2600 square feet.

The success of this venture can be attributed to the ongoing commitment and dedication of our volunteers, combined with the ongoing generosity and support of our community.

‘For The Interval’ Store is truly an amazing and inspiring place to be. Among gently used toys, books, furniture, household items, jewelry, bedding, antiques, and collectibles, you will find incredibly kind women and men committed to making a difference in the lives of families affected by family violence.