Meet one of our wonderful cashiers, Tina! She is such a blessing to all of the customers, volunteers, and staff that she interacts with! As a past teacher at the Grand Rapids Christian Schools (GRCS), Tina was familiar with New 2 You’s mission of supporting GRCS since its opening in 2004 and was a strong supporter of the store. After she retired, she began volunteering and has cashiered on Friday mornings ever since. Sometimes she even brings in her granddaughter to volunteer with her. 

Tina loves cashiering, especially having the opportunity to be the first person to greet customers. There are multiple customers that she knows by name, including numerous past students that she can catch up with. Outside of her shift, she enjoys browsing the store and finding new treasures for herself. 

In volunteering, Tina most looks forward to meeting new friends—customers and volunteers— and engaging with the New 2 You community of wonderful people. She deeply enjoys group devotions each morning before opening, and is so thankful to be part of a community that she feels comfortable in.

As a past teacher, Tina believes whole-heartedly in New 2 You’s vision of supporting Christian education. “I think it’s the greatest vision ever that proceeds go to helping families [pay for tuition,” she exclaimed, “You can’t put a price on Christian education, and GRC is a top-notch school where everything is taught in a Christian perspective.” 

We’re so thankful for Tina in the friendliness and joy that she brings to New 2 You and the time she served at GRCS teaching. Thank you, Tina!