Hickory, NC · Since 2010
We believe no should face life's challenges alone.
The ROSE TLC is a faith-rooted community in Hickory, NC — walking alongside widows, children, and families with practical care, genuine friendship, and lasting hope.
Pure and genuine religion means caring for orphans and widows in their distress. - James 1:27
OUR STORY
A heartfelt calling that
became a community
Whether you’re walking through grief, hardship, or transition, we exist to be a place where hearts heal, needs are met, and community blossoms.
Our story began in Hickory, NC, when John and Ruth Featherstone felt a deep calling to live out James 1:27—to care for widows and orphans in their distress.
What began as an outreach of God’s love to orphans, widows, and churches in India has grown to serve these same groups locally. It now also connects people in need with matched provisions, all while operating a nonprofit thrift store that helps fund the overall mission.
The ROSE TLC became a garden of care, rooted in God’s love and nourished by the generosity of our community.
Our name says it all:
The R.O.S.E.T.L.C. = Reaching Out Serving Everyone Through Love and Communications.
From warm clothing and household essentials to friendship and hope—everything we offer is a reminder: You are not alone. You are deeply loved.
Behind every hanger, every donated item, and every cheerful volunteer is a story of hope in motion. Together, we’ve built more than a thrift store—we’ve built a sanctuary for the soul.
At The ROSE TLC, we see you. You, the one searching for hope. You, the one ready to give back. You, the one who wants to make a difference.
Whether you walk through our doors to shop, to serve, or simply to belong—you’re part of something beautiful. Just like a rose flourishes with care and light, we believe people do too.
So Come Grow With Us.
The History of The ROSE TLC
“When my husband passed, The ROSE helped me find community and purpose again.”
– Sarah, Widow
At The ROSE TLC, we believe no one should face life’s challenges alone.
Whether you’re walking through grief, hardship, or transition, we exist to be a place where hearts heal, needs are met, and community blossoms.
Our story began in Hickory, NC, when John and Ruth Featherstone felt a deep calling to live out James 1:27—to care for widows and orphans in their distress.
What began as an outreach of God’s love to orphans, widows, and churches in India has grown to serve these same groups locally. It now also connects people in need with matched provisions, all while operating a nonprofit thrift store that helps fund the overall mission.
The ROSE TLC became a garden of care, rooted in God’s love and nourished by the generosity of our community.
Our name says it all:
The R.O.S.E.T.L.C. = Reaching Out Serving Everyone Through Love and Communications.
From warm clothing and household essentials to friendship and hope—everything we offer is a reminder: You are not alone. You are deeply loved.
Behind every hanger, every donated item, and every cheerful volunteer is a story of hope in motion. Together, we’ve built more than a thrift store—we’ve built a sanctuary for the soul.
At The ROSE TLC, we see you. You, the one searching for hope. You, the one ready to give back. You, the one who wants to make a difference.
Whether you walk through our doors to shop, to serve, or simply to belong—you’re part of something beautiful. Just like a rose flourishes with care and light, we believe people do too.
So Come Grow With Us.
our church & community partners
Together, we're stronger.
Local churches, businesses, and community partners give, serve, and walk alongside us — helping extend care to more families.
OUR mission
Providing care, building community, restoring hope.
The ROSE TLC’s purpose is to provide, unite, fund, and generate efforts to improve the livelihoods and economic rehabilitation of the most vulnerable — particularly and primarily widows and orphans. Both in our local community and beyond, we serve this purpose through partnerships and connections, establishing online services, and fostering community awareness and participation.
Widows
& Widowers
We provide emotional support, practical assistance, and community connection for widows navigating life after loss.
Foster Families
& Kids
Support for foster families and care for children who need a safe and loving place to belong.
Community
Care
Practical help, prayer, and connection for those walking through difficult seasons.
OUR values
Everything we do is rooted in these values.
They define how we work, how we serve, and how we treat each person in our care — with honor, trust, and Christ-centered compassion.
Integrity
Being honest, fair and ethical with employees, volunteers and our community
Faith
Trusting God to lead and guide us in accomplishing His will each day
Collaboration
Respectfully working together with partners and organizations to meet the goals of our mission
Stewardship
Consistently being responsible and trustworthy in the management and dispersion of resources
Excellence
Striving to do all things to the best of our abilities
Colossians 3:23
Communication
Communicating the love of God, our mission and vision to create fruitful connections and engagement
These values define how we work, how we serve, and how we treat each person
in our care — with honor, trust, and Christ-centered compassion.
Integrity
being honest, fair and ethical with employees, volunteers and our community
FAITH
Trusting God to lead and guide us in accomplishing His will each day
COLLABORATION
Respectfully working together with partners and organizations to meet the goals of our mission
STEWARDSHIP
Consistently being responsible and trustworthy in the management and dispersion of resources
EXCELLENCE
Striving to do all things to the best of our abilities
Colossians 3:23
COMMUNICATION
Communicating the love of God, our mission and vision to create fruitful connections and engagement
Reaching Out, Serving Everyone Through Love & Communications.
Supporting widows, orphans and vulnerable families since 2010.
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hours
Thrift Store Hours
Tuesday–Saturday:
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Donation Hours
Tuesday–Saturday:
10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Closed
Sunday & Monday
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contact us
During Hours 828-855-2944
After Hours 828-970-1389
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P.O. Box 2812, Hickory, NC 28603
108 South Center Street Hickory, NC 28602
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hours
Thrift Store Hours
Tuesday–Saturday:
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Donation Hours
Tuesday–Saturday:
10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Closed
Sunday & Monday