Today we’d like to introduce you to Gail Farrell.
So, before we jump into specific questions about the business, why don’t you give us some details about you and your story.
When my son Benny (27) who lives with Autism and Epilepsy was graduating from school, I could not find the kind of work or program that would suit his needs. I knew he had so much potential but most programs were not truly based out in the community. I knew there would be other young adults in the same boat. So I started our own nonprofit business that would be fun, creative, and teach as many transferable skills as possible.
We started with one friend in our basement and went out to craft fairs with our products and art. Then we had a small store in a less than perfect location.
Now we have been in our “heart of the community” location downtown for just over two years. We work with six young adults every week and many other community organizations (that work with similar people) to reach as many people as possible.
Has it been a smooth road?
I started a nonprofit knowing nothing about how to run one. I have had to learn everything one step at a time. Kind of like building a plane while flying it!
Our biggest struggle is finances. I’ve learned that most people who start nonprofits are wealthy, they know other wealthy people, and they raise lots of money very quickly…we are NOT those people.
So, as you know, we’re impressed with New Again – tell our readers more, for example what you’re most proud of as a company and what sets you apart from others.
New Again works with artists with developmental disorders. We teach art and crafting techniques based on up cycling and recycling all kinds of donated goods. All of our art/products are unique and inventive.
While learning business skills and customer service skills our team is having a great time together every day, full of laughter, dancing, singing, and kidding around.
It is the most fun place I have ever worked!
Let’s touch on your thoughts about our city – what do you like the most and least?
We aren’t actually in the city…but Plymouth is an amazing town! We can see the harbor from our windows, how cool is that?
Pricing:
- $1.00-$50.00 is our average.
Contact Info:
- Address: New Again
32 South Park ave.
Plymouth MA 02360 - Website: www.newagaininc.org
- Phone: (508)927-4253
- Email: newagaininc@gmail.com
- Facebook: www.facebook.com/newagaininc
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Debbie Howland
August 22, 2018 at 1:43 am
A fantastic non profit that fills a need in the community. Gail has established a program that epitomizes “thinking outside the box”. I wish we lived closer to her store so that my son Andrew, who has Down Syndrome, could be a part of this.
Joanne McNally
August 22, 2018 at 10:40 am
This store is one of the happiest finds we’ve discovered in our new hometown! There’s always a big, happy greeting when you walk in the door and the store always has reasonably priced items both handmade and upcycled. I’ve found lovely items for our new home, gifts for others and even the coolest cupcake stands made to order in colors my grandkids love! Even if you don’t buy anything, just stop by for a bright spot in your day!
Cathy Watts
August 22, 2018 at 1:27 pm
I love what my friend Gail Nevers Farrell is doing with her son and others kids with what I now call “differentabilities”! <3 For another story idea, check out Stephen Coe of Plymouth, who is an amazing chef with ultra kewl ideas for different types of catered parties, has unique food trucks, and is JUST a GREAT guy! He has a FB page and website to contact him. <3
Janice Stephen
August 25, 2018 at 2:33 pm
I’ve know Gail since my son was in preschool with Ben. She is not only a good friend and part of my support system as we walk through the life of having a family member with autism, she is my hairdresser! I am happy to say that she has featured and sold many of my son’s creations and is awaiting more of his art projects. The company I work for also donates our leftover classroom supplies from our craft classes. Gail is a shrewd business person with a big heart and even bigger ambitions for the future of our kids.