WACOSA

04/02/2026

ThriftWorks Thrift Store Needs Furniture Donations! Have gently used furniture you’re no longer using? ThriftWorks Thrift Store is currently accepting furniture donations, and your generosity helps support meaningful employment and programs at WACOSA.
Before donating, please review our Furniture Donation Guidelines to learn what items we can accept and how to donate:
👉https://wacosa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/ThriftWorks-Furniture-Donation-Sheet-1.pdf

03/30/2026

Don't miss these great specials from ThriftWorks! this week! Easter items are 50% off - there is limited supplies so hurry in for the best selection!

Hop on over to ThriftWorks thrift store this week for some great deals! 🐰

✅Green tags 50% off all week
🐥Easter items 50% off - limited supplies - hurry in!
😁Wednesday - seniors/military/students get 25% off
📚Thursday 6 books for 99¢ - reminder - we need your gently used book donations!
✅Friday & Saturday green tagged clothing just $1.99

Hope to see you here! 📍310 Sundial Drive in Waite Park

03/28/2026

ThriftWorks is in need of gently used books! 📚📖

📚💚 Help Keep the Shelves Full at ThriftWorks Thrift Store! 💚📚 Our Thursday book sale is a customer favorite—and it’s only successful because of YOU!

One of the things that makes it so special is the amazing cycle our shoppers have created: buying books, enjoying them, and then donating them back so others can do the same. ♻️📖

Right now, ThriftWorks thrift store is in need of book donations to keep those shelves stocked and the deals going strong. If you’ve got gently used books you’ve already enjoyed, consider passing them along!

Your donations help:
✨ Keep our popular Thursday sale going
✨ Support our mission
✨ Give great reads a second (or third!) life

Drop off your books during store hours and be part of what makes this community so special. ❤️

03/27/2026

On March 24th, WACOSA had the honor of attending Disability Services Day at the Capitol in St. Paul—an important opportunity to advocate for the services that empower people with disabilities to live, work, and thrive in our communities.

We are deeply grateful to Representative Mary Franson and Representative Dan Wolgamott for taking the time to meet with us and engage in thoughtful conversation about the vital role disability services play at every level. Employment support, housing, community connections - these services are lifelines that promote independence, dignity, and opportunity.

Moments like these remind us how powerful it is when voices come together to create understanding and inspire action. Thank you to our advocates, partners, and legislators who stand with us in supporting individuals of all abilities.

If you’re inspired to make a difference, we encourage you to reach out to your local representatives. A quick call or email sharing why disability services matter to you can have a powerful impact. You can find and contact your legislators by visiting the Minnesota Legislature website and using the “Who Represents Me?” tool.

Together, we continue building a more inclusive future. 💙 Rep. Dan Wolgamott Representative Mary Franson

03/24/2026

Today was Disability Services Day at the State Capitol and we made a difference! Thank you to everyone from all over the state who joined the rally in the Rotunda. Our voices were loud and clear for disability services. 💙 More pictures to come with more information on how YOU can be an advocate too! "

03/23/2026

Spring is officially in the air, and at ThriftWorks thrift store, we’re helping your budget bloom! 🌸 Whether you’re redecorating your home or looking for a fresh seasonal wardrobe, we’ve got the deals to make it happen.

Check out what’s happening this week:
💜 ALL WEEK: All Purple Tag items are 50% OFF!
🎖️ WEDNESDAY: Seniors, Military, and Students—take an extra 25% OFF your entire haul.
📚 THURSDAY: Fill your spring reading list! Grab 6 books for just 99¢.
👗 FRIDAY & SATURDAY: Our biggest deal yet—all Purple Tagged clothing is just $1.99 each!

Stop by, say hi, and find your next favorite treasure. Let’s get those spring vibes going! 🌷

03/16/2026

Is your closet ready for a refresh? Is your bookshelf looking a little empty? We’ve got the perfect solution! Swing by ThriftWorks thrift store this week to snag these incredible deals while supporting a great cause.

Here’s what’s happening this week:
🏷️ ALL WEEK LONG: All Blue Tagged items are 50% OFF! From home decor to kitchenware, if it’s blue, it’s half-price.
👵🪖🎓 WEDNESDAY: It’s our favorite day to give back! Seniors, Military members, and Students take 25% OFF their entire purchase. (Thank you for all you do!)
📚 THURSDAY: Calling all bookworms! Grab 6 books for just 99¢. It’s the perfect time to stock up on your spring reading list.
👕 FRIDAY & SATURDAY: The deal of the weekend! All Blue Tagged clothing drops to just $1.99 per piece!

Every dollar you spend at ThriftWorks stays right here in our community, helping fund WACOSA’s mission to provide skill-building and personal growth opportunities for adults with disabilities.

Come thrift with a purpose!
📍 310 Sundial Drive, Waite Park
⏰ Open Monday–Saturday

03/11/2026

🍕 Save the Date for a Delicious Way to Support WACOSA! 🍕

Mark your calendars for WACOSA’s Annual Pizza Ranch Fundraiser on Monday, April 6 from 5:00–8:00 p.m.

Bring your family, friends, and appetite! Join us for an evening of delicious food, great company, and community support. When you dine that evening, you’ll be helping support WACOSA’s mission of empowering adults with disabilities to live, work, and thrive in our community.

Come enjoy great pizza, catch up with friends, and make a difference—one slice at a time! 🍕

We hope to see you there!

03/11/2026

Now Hiring: Human Resources Specialist
📍 Waite Park, MN | Full-Time

At WACOSA, your work helps make a real difference in the lives of adults with disabilities in our community. We’re seeking a detail-oriented Human Resources Specialist to support recruitment coordination, workforce planning, and key HR initiatives.

✨ What we offer:
• No weekends
• No holidays
• Great full-time benefits
• Rapid PTO accrual
• Consistent schedule
• Supportive team environment
• Free telehealth

Join a team that believes meaningful work changes lives — including yours.

👉 Apply today! www.wacosa.org/careers

03/10/2026

Durning a recent WACOSA’s Got Talent, James B. got us all moving with Malcom Williams & Great Faith’s “The Blood Still Works.” His passion,
skill and energy were impossible to miss. At WACOSA, moments like this are exactly what it’s about… we can explore our talents, express ourselves, and have a lot of fun in a supportive community. Give James some love in the comments and enjoy this brilliant performance! ❤️

03/09/2026

Looking for meaningful work and a chance to make a difference in your community? Come meet the team from WACOSA at the Job Seekers Open House at CareerForce in St. Cloud!
🗓 Tuesday, March 10
⏰ 10:00 a.m. – Noon
📍 CareerForce – St. Cloud

This is a wonderful opportunity to learn more about what it’s like to work at WACOSA, explore current job openings, and talk with our team about how you can build a rewarding career supporting adults with disabilities.

Whether you're looking for a new opportunity or want to learn more about the impact you can make, we’d love to meet you. Stop by, say hello, and discover how your work can help create greater independence and opportunity for the people we serve.

03/09/2026

Did anyone else lose their sense of time this weekend? 🙋‍♀️☕️

Between the "Spring Forward" sleepiness and the Minnesota weather guessing game, we’re all feeling a little bit lost. But here’s something you can count on: The deals at ThriftWorks are always right on time! Escape the wind and come hang out in the warmth with us.

This week, we’re featuring our usual great deals AND 50% OFF Winter Outerwear. ❄️ Grab a backup coat for those surprise April flurries! Whatever the thermometer says outside, it’s a great day to thrift with a purpose!

See you soon! 📍 310 Sundial Drive, Waite Park, MN