Backporch Treasures
119 N. Ames Street Matthews, NC 28105
Monday - Saturday
10 am- 5 pm
Closed Sunday
My Backporch Treasures
Where shopping is a good deed
“Thank you for the quick shipping of this bag. It’s in better condition than I was expecting, and the price was very reasonable. I appreciate all your customer service, thank you!”
-Beth S.
“Very nice item! Shipped very quickly. Very happy with the purchase!”
-Carolyn C.
“The whole process from ordering to pick up was so easy. Thank you!”
-Susan B.
“100% happy! Thank you!”
-Lisa O.
About Us
Founded in 1979 by
June Hamrick & Iris Devore
Matthews HELP Center has been bringing the community together since 1979, providing life essentials for local individuals and families in need of assistance. The local community and municipal support have been critical to our mission. Matthews HELP Center is supported annually through sales in our Backporch Treasures Thrift Boutique and the generosity of local foundations, churches, businesses, families, and individuals like you.
At Matthews HELP Center, we aspire to be recognized as the best place to help and be helped in this community.
Whether shopping with us here online or in our store, know that you are making a difference in the lives of others. Thank you for your continued support!
Our Mission
To provide short-term crisis assistance to our neighbors in the Greater Matthews community.
Our Vision
A self-sufficient, thriving community for all.
Our Values
Hope: We serve as a bridge to a better quality of life
Empathy: We approach each interaction with kindness and compassion to seek to understand the uniqueness of every situation
Love: We treat each other with respect, dignity and listen without judgement
Partnership: We engage with the community to empower our clients to overcome their current crisis and be better prepared for tomorrow.
