About Share the Love Boutique

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The need for the boutique became clear after a devastating fire in downtown Oxford, where 91 people lost everything they owned. In response, members of Community of Love Lutheran Church came together to support those who had lost so much.

In the weeks that followed, it became clear that many families were struggling to access basic clothing especially warm coats and seasonal essentials. The need extended beyond Oxford and into surrounding communities.

For many years, residents relied on a local thrift shop to purchase affordable clothing. When the shop closed due to rising rents and financial strain, families were

left with very limited options.

Some community members simply could not afford clothing. As one caseworker shared, even people who had never imagined stealing sometimes felt forced to choose between buying food or buying clothes.

No one should ever have to face that choice.