Doing good never goes out of style at this Tucson gift shop celebrating 50 years

For 50 years, the United Nations Association Center and Gift Shop has connected Tucson shoppers to communities around the world.

The volunteer-run nonprofit, located in Monterey Village at 6242 E. Speedway, has raised more than $2 million for UNICEF since opening its doors in 1974.

Every tax-free purchase goes toward supporting UNICEFs mission to improve the lives of children worldwide.

From handwoven scarves and jewelry to home dcor and clothing, each fair-trade item in the store tells a story of culture and compassion. Lynn Norris, who helps run the shop, says the mission goes beyond whats on the shelves.

It grounds us in our own identity. Its a lot of who we are, but it is also a gift to the world, Norris explains.

This year marks the shops 50th anniversary, and they have plans to