Bella's Voice thrift shop celebrates 10th anniversary with new location in Lynnwood

Lynnwood, WA - Bella’s Voice, a local non-profit organization dedicated to animal welfare, is celebrating their 10th anniversary of business in Lynnwood with the grand opening of a new, larger thrift store in the former Bartell Drugs Pharmacy off of Hwy 99. 

Bella’s Voice Thrift Store gives new life to a former Bartell Drugs Pharmacy. 

Photo by Rory Durrough.

The grand opening event will take place on Saturday, September 21, 2024 from 10am - 2pm, Mayor Christine Frizzell and representatives from the Chamber of Commerce will be in attendance to kick off the celebration with a ribbon-cutting ceremony.

The one-stop-thrift shop sells a wide range of gently used goods and all proceeds benefit animal welfare throughout our communities through donations, education, and outreach programs. 

The Bella’s team is proud and honored to give new life to a Washington staple business and continue serving the community through their Pet Food Bank, Emergency Vet Bill Program, and monthly partnerships with local animal charities to raise funds and awareness of their causes.

The thrift store is located at 17633 Hwy 99, Lynnwood, WA 98037. They are open daily from 9am - 7pm with donation hours of 9am - 5pm, all donations are tax-deductible and help support Bella’s Voice’s mission of improving the lives of all animals. 

More information about Bella’s Voice, acceptable donation items, and the work they do can be found on their website.

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SAFe Rescue thanks Bella's Voice for donations

A huge THANK MEW to our friends at Bella’s Voice for hosting SAFe at the grand opening of their new Shoreline location!

Together with members of our community, we raised $6,645 for homeless kitties

  Thank you to their incredible staff for always going the extra mile for local animals in need!

Spring is right around the corner… which means it’s officially time to refresh your wardrobe. Head to Bella’s Voice for a little thrift treasure hunting - every purchase helps animals in our community!

Bella's Voice 18420 Aurora Ave N, Shoreline WA 98133 - a nonprofit thrift store with profits going to animal charities.

Seattle Area Feline Rescue (SAFe Rescue) 20226 Ballinger Way NE, Shoreline WA 98155 was the designated opening day charity at Bella's Voice.

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Shoreline Bella's Voice intake closed for two days to catch up piles of donations

Bella's Voice staff are giddy at the amount of donations received

We at Bella's Voice are so incredibly grateful for the outpouring of donations we've received in the last week!

Residents responded to the request for donations

That said... our Donation Center at our Shoreline location will be CLOSED the next two days while our team catches up on pricing and processing! 

The Shoreline store will remain open for shopping from 9.00am – 5.00pm.

• Wednesday, January 7:
• Shoreline Donation Center CLOSED
• Thursday, January, 8:
• Shoreline Donation Center CLOSED
• Friday, January, 9:
• Shoreline Donation Center OPEN AGAIN 

They plan to have everything put in place in two days

We’re sad to hit pause, but so excited to get these items onto the floor where they can continue supporting our mission! Thank you for your patience, and for showing up for animals in such a huge way.

Bella's Voice is located in the Bartell's building at 185th and Aurora. It supports animal owners and rescue organizations.

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Formal opening of Bella's Voice

Executive Director Jordan Hoffman-Nelson with scissors. Doris Taylor, Chamber Communication Chair  (on the right), Shoreline Mayor Betsy Robertson in front of the column

By Diane Hettrick

Photos by Mike Remarcke

The mayor was there - Chamber of Commerce set up the formal ribbon cutting - not that ribbon cuttings are ever really formal - one of the owners wielded the scissors - and then everyone went into to shop.

The interior looks more like a department store than anything else. Rows and rows of neatly arranged clothing. Book shelves full of books - although they might not be as full after the opening!

Seattle Area Feline Rescue (SAFe Rescue) was the charity recipient of the day, with 50% of the day's profits going to their organization in Ballinger Village.

A small shop near the front of the store sells snacks and popcorn. Next to them was a spin the wheel game.

A table for Bow Bow ties sold animal accessories. Behind them, the wall painting features Bella herself.

I did mention books, didn't I? They may need more donations after today.

Bella's Voice is located at 18420 Aurora Ave N, Shoreline, WA 98133 on the southeast corner of 185th and Aurora. Phone (425) 409-1961

Store Hours

Everyday 9.00 AM – 7.00 PM

Donation Hours

Everyday 9.00 AM – 4.00 PM

Correction: Bella's Voice is on the southeast corner of 185th & Aurora.

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Shoreline Chamber celebrates the opening of Bella's Voice thrift shop

Crowd gathering at Bella's Voice for the Grand Opening on Saturday
Photo by Mike Remarcke

What a wonderful day celebrating the Grand Opening of Bella’s Voice!

It was great to see the community come together for an incredible nonprofit dedicated to keeping pets with their families and strengthening our local animal welfare network.

A big thank you to Shoreline Mayor Betsy Robertson, the City Council members who joined us, and our amazing Shoreline Chamber members who helped make the celebration so special.

--Shoreline Chamber of Commerce

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Grand Opening for Bella's Voice thrift shop January 31, 2026

Bella's Voice is a nonprofit dedicated to keeping pets with their families and strengthening the local animal welfare network. Through our donation-based thrift stores and outreach programs, we provide essential support to pet owners and animal organizations to ensure animals remain in loving homes and receive the care they deserve.

We operate a Pet Resource Center, which connects individuals and families with the animal services they need—no I.D. Our Pet Food Bank packages pet food for families, and delivers pet food to local food banks. We support over 100 local families weekly. Our Vet Bill Program offers emergency grants to cover or offset the costs of surgery and vet bills for those whose pets are in urgent or sudden need of serious medical help.

Bella's Voice opens in Shoreline

Our Thrift Stores are 100% donation-based, and all sales go directly to caring for animals. We offer a Weekly Discount Cycle with items at 25%, 50%, and 75% off, and each Sunday, the 75% off tags drop to 99¢. On Tuesdays, seniors 55+ get a discount of 20% off their entire purchase. We also offer military discounts with an I.D.

Our stores team up each month with an animal nonprofit in WA state to support their mission. We host them in-store for a special event to help the community get to know these organizations—and sometimes even their adorable animals! 

On the event day, we donate 50% of our sales directly to them, plus all checkout round-ups for the entire month. These Charity of the Month grants help many local animal rescues, shelters, foster groups, sanctuaries, and more continue their animal welfare work.

Our first store/donation center location moved to 17633 Hwy 99, Lynnwood, WA 98037 in the summer of 2024. We have been in Lynnwood with a physical location since 2019, and the nonprofit was founded in 2014.

Event Details:
18420 Aurora Ave N, Shoreline, WA 98133
 Saturday January 31, 2026
Festivities from 10.00am – 2.00pm

• Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony
• Spin-The-Wheel Prizes
• Raffle Baskets
• Bow-Bow Ties Handmade Pet Accessories
• The Burrow (Lake Forest Park) Coffee & Pastries
• We will donate 50% of each store purchase to Seattle Area Feline Rescue!

Please note that we will have altered store/donation hours during the event day:
Store Hours: 10.00 AM* – 7.00 PM
Donation Hours: 10.00 AM* – 5.00 PM

Animals are welcome in our stores. We can't wait to see you all there!

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What’s Happening This Week in Shoreline? January 28 – February 3

By Kate Ledbetter, www.DestinationShoreline.com

 
What’s Happening This Week in Shoreline? January 28 – February 3
Shoreline’s week ahead is full of meaningful moments, creative gatherings, and ways to connect as a community. From Destination Shoreline’s Must-Attend Event of the Week, the Edwin T. Pratt Day of Remembrance, to business workshops, tastings, grand openings, music, dance, and senior-focused programs, there’s something happening every day. Don’t miss the new What’s Up Next Section, a look ahead at upcoming events weeks out.
 
Destination Shoreline’s Must-Attend Event of the Week:
Edwin T. Pratt Day of Remembrance
Thursday, January 29 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM, Shoreline College
Join the Shoreline community for an evening of reflection honoring the life, achievements, and lasting influence of Edwin T. Pratt, a respected leader and champion of civil rights. This special event offers an opportunity to learn, remember, and reflect on Pratt’s impact and the values of equity, justice, and community leadership that continue to inspire today. The event will take place in the Main Dining Room (Room 9215) of the Pagoda Union Building. The program is open to everyone, and community members are encouraged to attend.
 
Shoreline Area Events You Should Know About this Week:
(Follow the event links for additional information, directions, and add to your calendar links.)
 
From Data to Dollars: Preparing Your Business for FIFA 2026
Thursday, January 29 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM, Shoreline City Hall
 
Ballinger Thriftway Empress Gin Tasting!
Friday, January 30 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM, Ballinger Thriftway
 
Bella's Voice Shoreline - Grand Opening!
Saturday, January 31 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM, Bella’s Voice Thrift Store
 
Kinderfest January 31 at the Shoreline Center
Saturday, January 31 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM, Shoreline School District Building
 
Connection | Weekly Psychic & Intuitive Experience
Saturday, January 31 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM, Salvation: Artist Collective
 
Shoreline Big Band Dance at Shorewood High School
Saturday, January 31 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM, Shorewood High School
 
Hidden Gems of the Norwegian Song Repertoire
Sunday, February 1 3:00 PM, Richmond Beach Congregational Church
 
Mind(full) Aging
Tuesday, February 3 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM, Shoreline/LFP Senior Activity Center
 
Alzheimer’s Association Special Presentation Series at Laurel Cove
Tuesday, February 3 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM, Laurel Cove Community- Assisted Living & Senior Care Community Shoreline
 
Upcoming January Blood Donation Sites in Shoreline
Monday February 2 | Town & Country Market Shoreline | 10 AM to 4 PM
Your donation this month is critical to health of our community. 
Please make a blood donation appointment today.
 
What’s Up Next in Shoreline (Save the Date):
(Follow the event links for additional information, directions, and add to your calendar links.)
 
Community Workshop: Shoreline South/148th Street Light Rail Station Subarea
Tuesday, February 10 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM, Shoreline Unitarian Universalist Church
 
Community Workshop: Shoreline North/185th Street Light Rail Station Subarea
Wednesday, February 11 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM, Spartan Recreation Center
 
Wonders of Willow Weekend at Sky Nursery
Saturday & Sunday, February 14 & 15 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
 
Abstract Paint & Sip to Music Night 
Sunday, February 15 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM, Vault 177
 
For Upcoming Events in Shoreline visit: DestinationShoreline.com/Calendar
 
Destination Shoreline is brought to you by Kate Ledbetter, Real Estate Broker with Windermere Real Estate/Shoreline, Front Door Creative, Success Minded Leader, Bri Crow Creative, Phases Clinic, Become a Destination Shoreline Partner, learn more here

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Bella's Voice thrift store soft opening December 31, 2025

Bella's Voice is excited to announce the SOFT OPENING of our Shoreline store! 🤩

When we set out to open this second location, we had a goal to get it open by the end of the year...cutting it a bit close, don't you think?! 😅

Thank you for supporting our mission and growing with us! We are now open to the public:

18420 Aurora Ave N, Shoreline, WA 98133
Store Hours: 9.00 AM – 5.00 PM
Donation Hours: 9.00 AM – 5.00 PM
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Please note that our Shoreline store hours currently differ from our Lynnwood store hours.

We are still hiring, and nearly all of our employees are still in training, so we kindly ask for your patience as you visit, donate, and shop with us! 🫶

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New thrift shop to open in Bartell's site - but they need your donations

Mural at Lynnwood store
Photo courtesy Bella's Voice

Bella's Voice thrift shop is a non-profit dedicated to keeping pets with their families and strengthening the local animal welfare network.

They have had a thrift store in Lynnwood for over 10 years. Last year they moved into a new location in Lynnwood, taking over the building that previously housed Bartells.

It was such a positive move that when they looked to expand into Shoreline, the vacant Bartells store at 185th and Aurora was a natural choice.

They have been working to get the new space set up and hope to open in January. 

Donations

They need your donations to fill the shelves.

Come to the back of the Shoreline store at 18420 Aurora Ave N, Shoreline WA 98133 to drop off your gently-used items and meet the new donation attendants. Right now they are on holiday hours as per the flyer.

If you are donating furniture or more than five bags / boxes, they offer a pick up service. See if you qualify here.

Pet Resource Center

The store will include a dedicated Pet Resource Center which supports both individuals and nonprofits.

In Lynnwood, their pet food bank serves over 130 families with pet food weekly. Pet owners are able to come in and pick up food at the store. 

They deliver weekly to local food banks.

They have donated over 50,000 lbs of pet food.

The new location will offer plenty of space
Photo by Mike Remarcke

Charity of the Month

The Charity of the Month program has supported more than 35 animal nonprofits. The list is here and includes Seattle Area Feline Rescue in Ballinger Village, Old Dog Haven which does an annual event at Cromwell Park, and Feral Cat Spay/Neuter Project started by a former Shoreline veterinarian. 

 

New location at Gateway Plaza
185th and Aurora
Photo by Mike Remarcke

Vet Bill Program

The Vet Bill Program provides financial assistance to cover or offset the costs of surgery and emergency vet bills for those whose pets are in urgent or sudden need of serious medical help.

Their outreach programs have raised nearly $300,000 in funds.

Staff and volunteers in the resource center offer assistance in navigating people to the right organizations when they are unable to help.

More information

• Facebook
• Webpage
• Phone: (425) 409-1961

They need your donations to get started in Shoreline.

12-22-25 Shoreline is not open for shopping. New graphic has hours for donations.

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