SEVA Thrift Store opens in Newton, Surrey to support local causes with South Asian fashion, culture, and sustainability initiatives.
New Location Brings New Energy
SEVA Thrift Store has officially reopened at a new location in Newton, Surrey, marking a new chapter in its journey of community service and cultural preservation. The store, now located at #108-12877 76 Avenue, shifted from its previous Scott Road site due to rising rental concerns. A grand reopening on June 14 drew a crowd, including Surrey Mayor Brenda Locke, Senator Baltej Singh Dhillon, Councillor Linda Annis, and school trustee Gary Thind.
Continuing a Legacy of Giving
Originally launched in 2016, SEVA Thrift has operated with a mission rooted in the Sanskrit word Seva, meaning “selfless service.” The store sells new and gently used South Asian clothing and decor to fundraise for the SEVA Foundation. Over the years, the foundation has donated more than $100,000 to organizations like Surrey Hospitals Foundation, Options Community Services, and local student scholarship programs.
A Boutique Experience with Purpose
With a more focused inventory at the new Newton storefront, shoppers can now explore a curated collection of South Asian fashion and home decor. According to SEVA’s board president Kiran Malli, this location is designed as “a unique destination for culturally rich and affordable finds,” aligning with the foundation’s values of cultural sustainability and economic inclusion.
Expanding Community Support
Beyond financial aid, SEVA Foundation’s impact includes literacy drives, food bank donations, refugee support, and skills training programs through partnerships with local schools and agencies. Future plans involve deepening this community work through store-based initiatives that promote environmental sustainability and cultural education.
Opportunities to Engage
Open Tuesday to Saturday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sundays from noon to 5 p.m., SEVA Thrift is also calling for volunteers to help sort donations, stock shelves, and assist customers. Donations are accepted daily except Mondays from noon to 5 p.m.
Learn More or Get Involved
For more information about SEVA Foundation’s programs or to volunteer, visit www.sevathrift.com or call 778-293-0115. As SEVA Thrift embraces its new location, it remains steadfast in its mission to serve Surrey’s diverse communities with heart, culture, and purpose.
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