TOMS RIVER — Goodwill Industries of Southern New Jersey & Philadelphia will open a new retail store and donation center in Toms River on January 22, expanding its presence in Ocean County and adding a major thrift destination to Fischer Plaza.
The store, located at 1001 Fischer Blvd. in the former Crunch Fitness space, will welcome shoppers beginning at 9 a.m. The 19,777-square-foot location will offer a rotating selection of gently used clothing, accessories, household items, toys, books and electronics, emphasizing affordable and sustainable shopping.
Residents may also donate items at the rear of the building, including clothing, home goods, computers and home medical equipment, and receive a receipt for tax purposes.
Goodwill President and Chief Executive Officer Mark B. Boyd said the new location strengthens the nonprofit’s mission-driven impact in the community. Revenue from donations and sales supports career services and job training for individuals facing barriers to employment, including programs such as the Helms Academy, which provides a tuition-free path to a high school diploma and college credits. Free English as a Second Language services will also be available at the site.
The new store joins existing Goodwill locations in Brick and Bayville, along with a nearby attended donation center on Lakewood Road in Toms River.
The Toms River store and donation center will be open Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
