Our Story
We aren't just a thrift store; we're that and SO much more!
Abilities Unlimited Incorporated (AUI) was founded
April 1, 1963 by a group of concerned citizens spearheaded by the Jonesboro Jaycee's group. A start-up grant helped to open the first facility and AUI soon became a beacon for the community. Our primary concern is to provide for and assist individuals with disabilities. It is not the DISability in a person, rather the Ability that defines who you are.
Throughout the years, we've experienced several fires and setbacks in our facilities. Though detrimental to our buildings, our spirits did not waiver. We sought new locations, received new grants, and broadened our operations. We grew so fast we needed more space and acquired more buildings, transportation, and sub-contracts! Currently, we employ over 300 people!
We service the Jonesboro area through our thrift stores (311 Union Ave), The Unlimited upscale resale boutique (410 West Huntington), Personal Adjustment Center (710 Walnut Street), Adult Development and Work Activity Center (2725 N. Church), Human Resource Department (1334 W. Monroe), eRecycling and shredding 2725 North Church) and our recycling center (806 Burke).
Our Paragould operations take place at 121 North 2nd Street. A resale/thrift Store and the Adult Development and Work Activity Center are all located in the heart of downtown Paragould.
We also offer our products and services in Blytheville, AR, at our AUI Workshop (2100 Texas Street, Blytheville, AR).
One of our major operations is our secure document destruction program. We provide the customer with shred a secure locked container (or containers if needed), pick up at your convenience, re-stock with a new empty container, and service your product upon request. We shred everything in house and recycle the contents afterwards. This is a rapidly growing business and we predict it to continue as more contacts are made! If you are interested in shredding opportunities with AUI, please call Jarrod Lassiter at (870) 336-7376.
Abilities Unlimited offers a vast array of opportunities for a diverse group of individuals. If you would like to learn more about employment opportunities, please visit our website at www.aui.org or www.myjonesborojobs.org. We are in constant need for caring, giving individuals with a passion to assist with our programs. If you are interested in donating items for our thrift or boutique stores, please visit 410 West Huntington, Jonesboro, AR 72401!
WE GREATLY APPRECIATE YOUR DONATIONS AND WOULD LOVE TO PROVIDE SHREDDING SERVICES FOR YOUR BUSINESS!