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Striving for Inclusion, Chabad Inspires Opening of Retail Shop

Striving for Inclusion, Chabad Inspires Opening of Retail Shop

by Rochel Groner | Nov 11, 2014 | News

When parents of adults with special needs wanted to organize a group home in Charlotte, North Carolina, Rochel Groner had another idea. Groner is co-director of Friendship Circle, a volunteer based program that advocates on behalf of kids with special needs. With a...

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    Our Mission

    Our mission is to provide training and employment opportunities to young adults with special needs talents.

    ZABS Place is a 501(c)3
    Non-Profit Organization
    Tax ID: 58-1482114

    Our Store

    100 North Trade Street
    Matthews, NC 28105

    Mon - Thu: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
    Fri: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Sun: 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm

    Phone: 704.708.5600

    Our Reviews

    ZABS Place
    ZABS Place
    5.0
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    Bishi Nicholson
    Bishi Nicholson
    2019-04-07T19:25:46+0000
    Good deals, a lot of choices
    Alice Howe
    Alice Howe
    2019-04-06T17:48:58+0000
    Fabulous merchandise. Friendly atmosphere.
    Gayle Kiser
    Gayle Kiser
    2019-04-05T15:34:23+0000
    Great place to shop! Wonderful bargains and friendly staff
    Babs Bell Hajdusiewicz
    Babs Bell Hajdusiewicz
    2019-03-11T21:48:55+0000
    I want to vote for #2 in your staff competition. Thank you!
    Sarah Gallichant
    Sarah Gallichant
    2019-03-10T17:10:44+0000
    Always love to support and shop local.
    Grace Hurst
    Grace Hurst
    2019-02-28T16:46:55+0000
    Awesome store. Friendly and warm.
    Angela Sumcad
    Angela Sumcad
    2019-02-21T23:21:06+0000
    Great store! ❤️ all the accessories and friendly ladies!
    Elaine Yuniz
    Elaine Yuniz
    2019-02-03T19:24:40+0000
    Such a cute boutique with awesome prices 😍😍😍
    Cheryl Santilli
    Cheryl Santilli
    2019-01-30T17:16:56+0000
    Awesome staff and merchandise. Can’t wait to come back and shop again!
    Michele Crowe
    Michele Crowe
    2019-01-29T01:13:52+0000
    This is the best little shop. We love going there to look for great treasures!!!
    John Rutkowski
    John Rutkowski
    2019-01-28T10:41:24+0000
    This place looks amazing! I want to take a road trip from Cleveland OH to support you guys and gals. The store looks great and so do the employees.read more
    Boruch Wolf
    Boruch Wolf
    2019-01-28T02:28:23+0000
    I have to admit that I was never there, but having seen this video, I wish such a place existed in my neighborhood. Keep up the great workread more
    Sarah Giles
    Sarah Giles
    2019-01-21T19:08:18+0000
    this place is awesome! great sales and really nice finds.
    Corrie Thomas
    Corrie Thomas
    2019-01-18T20:08:29+0000
    Amazing! It’s such a great place!
    Victoria Karavayeva
    Victoria Karavayeva
    2019-01-07T18:01:14+0000
    I always find good deals for good deals but the best part is the community! The workers here are so warm, welcoming, and humbleread more
    Sofia Leon Guerrero
    Sofia Leon Guerrero
    2019-01-02T21:04:43+0000
    a very nice place with a lot of cool things!
    Adam S Brooks
    Adam S Brooks
    2018-12-31T15:13:14+0000
    Great people. Great mission. Great deals. I also love that I can shop local and love my neighbors.
    Tiffany Harris
    Tiffany Harris
    2018-12-30T20:04:33+0000
    Great prices & selection. Fun place!
    Sharon Friedman
    Sharon Friedman
    2018-12-28T16:00:46+0000
    Bring ZABS to Pennsylvania!
    Rachel Davidson
    Rachel Davidson
    2018-12-26T22:01:11+0000
    Cute clothing for great prices!
    Kathleen Callahan Owen
    Kathleen Callahan Owen
    2018-12-18T18:16:37+0000
    Always find something wonderful here! Today I found 4 somethings 😁
    Jean Sienkowski
    Jean Sienkowski
    2018-12-18T18:06:18+0000
    Very neat store... lots of cool things! Great personnel!!! Come shop!!!
    Julie Kite Buckler
    Julie Kite Buckler
    2018-12-12T21:13:35+0000
    Nice nice people and for a great helpful cause!!
    Gerald Montagna
    Gerald Montagna
    2018-12-06T16:06:45+0000
    Owner has great eye for merchandise, I never go a month without buying something there.
    Giovanna Andrea Rodriguez
    Giovanna Andrea Rodriguez
    2018-12-03T20:00:23+0000
    Great finds for a low price 💛
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    ZABS Place
    ZABS Place
    4.6
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    Leah254
    Leah254
    23:28 18 Jun 18
    Amazing place! Stop by, you will not be disappointed.
    Jason Watts
    Jason Watts
    21:11 13 May 18
    Great cause, prices, product and service
    Ellen Albig
    Ellen Albig
    11:52 08 Nov 17
    There prices are higher than some other thrift stores. If you're looking for designer items, this is the place to go. Also, don't forget to check out the clearance rack in the back room. You can find some nice things for a quarter.
    S
    S
    16:44 02 Nov 17
    Absolutely love Matthews and supporting our local businesses. ZABS is very near to my heart.
    Jacquelin Keeter
    Jacquelin Keeter
    19:32 28 Sep 17
    Great place to shop. A wonderful asset to the community.
    Warren Garrett
    Warren Garrett
    18:24 25 Sep 17
    Awesome stuff here. Found a good radio system
    ooh ee ooh ah ah ting tang
    ooh ee ooh ah ah ting tang
    00:43 09 Aug 17
    everyone here is very nice and helpful and everything is well organized and clean!
    betty cross
    betty cross
    16:59 08 Jul 17
    Awesome shop and a great cause to train special needs teenagers? for life skills
    Marleenee Washington
    Marleenee Washington
    05:04 10 Jun 17
    Great thrift shop with cool items doing great thinks for great people. Great location in downtown Matthews.
    Carey Lynn Sitze
    Carey Lynn Sitze
    14:24 22 May 17
    Good second hand clothes at great prices! The staff is awesome and helpful!
    stephanie pope
    stephanie pope
    15:43 14 Mar 17
    Very cool place to shop and awesome employees. Been in a few times to check out new items they have. :)
    Suzan Chong
    Suzan Chong
    13:46 14 Jan 17
    Beautiful ppl and awesome merchandise. Very affordable. Love the concept they hire special needs adults
    Rochel'e Vorst
    Rochel'e Vorst
    18:17 01 May 16
    Awesome store. I love the uniqueness of the store. I don't feel like I'm in a thrift store. The workers are amazing.
    Libby Nemes
    Libby Nemes
    23:39 28 Apr 16
    This is my favorite place in all of North Carolina! Beautiful store with friendly people and the prices are great. I always leave with something I love;)
    Mussy Lew
    Mussy Lew
    22:58 28 Apr 16
    What a great store! Love the shabby chic look of the place and there are always some great finds including refurbished furniture! And their goal and mission is the best part- creating work opportunities for adults with special needs . Definitely check it out if your in the neighborhood!
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    ZABS Place
    ZABS Place
    4.5
    Based on 7 Reviews
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    J D.
    J D.
    2018-08-24 08:38:02
    Lovely consignment store! Everything was so organized and clean, and the staff was super helpful and friendly. Lots to choose from!
    Amber I.
    Amber I.
    2018-06-19 08:01:22
    So excited for our new swing!!!! And they ship for a low price. Yay for local amazing shops!
    Alison D.
    Alison D.
    2017-12-01 15:18:58
    I am completely biased because I work here! We are a non-profit thrift boutique. Our mission is to provide job training and paid employment opportunities to...

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