Get free goodies at Goodwill grand opening in Belmont
A Goodwill store will open in Belmont on Friday, the nonprofit's 32nd store in the greater Charlotte area, according to a news release.
The new store in Belmont will be located at 6507 Wilkinson Blvd., in the former Bi-Lo grocery store.
At 9:45 a.m., a ceremonial ribbon cutting will begin with representatives from Goodwill and Belmont. Doors will open for shopping at 10 a.m.
The first 200 guests in line will receive a free foldable shopping tote to collect their finds while supporting the nonprofit’s efforts to reduce plastic waste. Shoppers can look forward to prizes and giveaways, including the chance to find dozens of golden giveaway cards hidden throughout the store, offering $5, $10 or $20 off their purchase opening weekend.
"As we continue our growth in the region, shoppers will notice our expansion into communities where we have not traditionally served before,” said Jose Luis, chief operating officer at Goodwill Industries of the Southern Piedmont. “Adding a location in Belmont makes shopping and donating even more convenient for our supporters in the area to donate and repurpose their items, and discover great finds that do good. Our shoppers and donors play a vital role in driving the Goodwill mission, and we’re so grateful for their support.”
Last year, Goodwill added six new locations to the region, and relocated its store in Shelby, a total of seven new retail stores in the Charlotte region. The new store in Belmont brings 30 new jobs to the region and has an estimated economic and fiscal impact of $3.4 million annually, including wages and sales.
This article originally appeared on The Gaston Gazette: Goodwill store to open in Belmont
