E-Newsletters
Welcome to Ripple Effect Connections!
Connections is our monthly e-newsletter designed to inform our valued customers about all the great things happening at Ripple Effect. We are excited to share a variety of good things with you - including a sneak peak of our upcoming sales each month.
We are so thankful to have had the opportunity to serve Allendale and our surrounding West Michigan communities for the last nine years! We are humbled and honored to be making a difference in the lives of people locally and globally. We invite you to learn more about our organization by visiting our Partnerships & Missions page!
Thank you for supporting our organization! Your donations, purchases and ongoing support mean the world to us and so many others.
Christmas Cheer - December 2024
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas at Ripple Effect! Make sure to stop by this month to enjoy all of the holiday sales and hunt for our Elf on the Shelf!
Holiday Highlights - November 2024
The holidays are in full swing at Ripple Effect! Read about all the holiday highlights in store this month.
Abundant Blessings - October 2024
There is a lot to celebrate in October! Blessing bags are back, the Best of Allendale Awards are underway, and there are a lot of new seasonal goodies in store!
Seasonal Items Sneak Peek - September 2024
Our volunteers have been hard at work preparing new seasonal items for the store! Take a peek at what’s coming now through December.
Back to School on a Budget - August 2024
Read this month’s newsletter to check out all the ways we are making the upcoming back to school season fun and affordable!
Summer Happenings - July 2024
This month we have some festive holiday sales for you! Make sure to check out the newsletter so you don’t miss out on what’s to come.
Customer Appreciation - June 2024
This month, we are celebrating all of our amazing customers. We are so thankful for all of your support. Don’t miss out on the fun we have in store for you!
Save the Date - May 2024
We have some exciting events coming up that you won’t want to miss. Make sure to check them out and mark your calendars!
Shop. Save. Make an Impact. - April 2024
Read about all of the remarkable milestones Ripple Effect has been able to reach with the help of each and every one of YOU!
Exciting Things to Come - March 2024
Don’t miss out on all of the exciting new things coming soon to Ripple Effect!
Spread the Love - February 2024
Check out all the sweet things Ripple Effect has in store this month. You won’t want to miss it!
Happy Birthday, Ripple Effect! - January 2024
Ripple Effect is turning 9 years old and we can’t wait to celebrate with you! We are so thankful for the endless love and support we have received from all our our incredible staff, volunteers and loyal customers.
Holiday Happenings - December 2023
A lot is happening this holiday season at Ripple Effect! Our Elf on the Shelf has arrived, Christmas sales are here, and our 25 Days of Giving food drive is still underway.
Season of Giving - November 2023
November brings the beginning of our annual Christmas Tree Fundraiser and our 25 Days of Giving. Plus, we have so many great sales for you this month!
October’s Blessings - October 2023
So many blessings to celebrate! Seasonal changeover was a success, blessing bags are back, and we are nominated for the best nonprofit organization in Allendale! God is good!
Seasonal Items Sneak Peek - September 2023
Our volunteers have been hard at work preparing new seasonal items for the store! Take a peek at what’s coming now through December.
End of Season Sales - August 2023
End of Season sales are here! Back to School supply drive continues until 8/18/23. Help us get students Back to School.
July Summer Savings - July 2023
Stop into Ripple Effect for some great summer deals and help us prepare families to go back to school this fall.
Welcome Summer - June 2023
Welcome June! We would love your help with our Garden this season. Check out out bikes and great monthly sales too.
Bike & Sweets - May 2023
We have a LOT of great things happening this month - check out our Annual Curbside Bike Sale and more. . .
Time for Spring Cleaning! - April 2023
Learn more about how you can support our ministry with your clean, gently used donations.
Spring & Summer Favorites - March 2023
Spring and summer favorites are now available! Find out more about this season’s deals and events.
Sales You’ll LOVE - February 2023
Be the first to see this month’s sales, seasonal item availability, spring cleaning challenge, and more!
Deals & Local Mission Support - January 2023
Get an exclusive look at upcoming sales and learn more about January’s Missions of the Month.
Holiday Happenings - December 2022
Learn more about this month’s deals and ways to help other individuals and families in our community during our 24 Days of Holiday Giving!
Christmas Trees & Holiday Meals - November 2022
There are so many ways to support missions with your holiday purchases! Find decorated Christmas trees in store or learn more about shopping with Amazon Smile.
Sales & Seasonal Items - October 2022
Our staff and volunteers have been hard at work preparing new winter and holiday items for the store! We invite you to shop with us as new merchandise becomes available to get first pick of your favorites.
Save Big On Your Favorites - August 2022
Check out our summer close out deals and find out more about how you can bless local families as they head back to school!
Leftovers Your Garden Will Love - July 2022
These everyday foods will help provide the nutrients your fruits, vegetables, and flowers need!
Summer is HERE - June 2022
Check out this month’s deals and volunteer opportunities in store and in the Victory Garden!
Mark Your Calendars! - May 2022
It’s that time of year again! You’re invited to join us for our annual Curbside Bike Sale and Victory Garden Clean-Up.
Spring Into Savings - April 2022
Now it's even easier to support our organization with your every day purchases. Learn more about Amazon Smile!
Countdown to Spring! - March 2022
Be the first to know this season’s deals and events, including our Victory Garden Clean-Up, Bike Sale and more!
14-Day Declutter Challenge - February 2022
Get a jump start on your spring cleaning! Spend a short amount of time each day focusing on a small area of your home for a stress-free way to reduce clutter.
Welcome The New Year - January 2022
As 2021 comes to a close, we want to extend a huge thank you to all of our staff, volunteers, shoppers, and community partners! We look forward to even more opportunities to serve and support people and programs locally and globally in 2022.
Deals & Events - December 2021
Learn more about our new Blessing Bags ministry and check out our last sales of 2021!
Deals Exclusive - November 2021
Christmas trees, holiday hours, monthly sales and more!
Boost Your Mental Health - October 2021
Three ways that volunteering can help combat anxiety and depression and increase happiness for all!
Which Is Your Favorite Holiday? - September 2021
Our staff and volunteers are hard at work getting our seasonal items ready and Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas merchandise will be up soon! Check out this edition for more information.
Ready for Back-To-School? - August 2021
Check out our awesome Back-To-School deals and see the ways you can help others get ready for the start of the school year!
A Twist on Traditional Food Pantry Donations - July 2021
You've heard of the Victory Garden and watched it grow, now see its impact!
30 Partnerships that Benefit Missions, People & Planet - June 2021
In addition to raising funds for local and global missions, we are also committed to positively impacting our community and our planet!
Four Simple Ways to Support Local & Global Missions - May 2021
Through the generosity of volunteers, donations and our partners, we see God at work in big and small ways every day!