I want to start a thrift store in Port St. Lucie, FL. I would like to consider the possibility of it having a charitable component. Where can I find detailed information about the specific requirements for opening a charitable thrift store here, in Port St. Lucie, FL?

I would think that the first thing that you would do is go down to City Hall and ask the officials there about the specifics concerning it.

Please elaborate on what you mean by "charitable," please?

Another thing to consider is two very excellent online resources from which to find information when you are first starting in your small business are http://www.sba.gov/ and SCORE "Counselors to America's Small Business"

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