Angel Society donations on the rise in a year of mostly lows

FALLBROOK – Despite a temporary closure of its thrift shop, and diminished volunteer ranks, the Angel Society of Fallbrook has aided several local nonprofits and other worthy causes this year with donations totaling more than $37,000 since April.

"I continue to be amazed at what the Angel Society has been able to accomplish, especially during these extraordinary times," said president Jean Dooley.

Since its inception in 1978, the Angel Society has raised funds for local philanthropy through the operation of the Angel Shop, one of several thrift stores in town, occupying a two-story, former ban...