Huntington Collection Gail and Ted Gunther

Huntington Collection

Gail and Ted Gunther

Gail and Ted Gunther have long admired Huntington Collection for the myriad treasures on sale there. “You never know what you’ll find,” says Ted, of the wide selection of donated and consignment items available at the Collection.

As Ted considered volunteer opportunities after retiring, Gail suggested Huntington Collection might be a good choice. He began volunteering here in 2017, and Gail followed suit in 2018. Both are enthusiastic about their roles here, which give them an opportunity to support important services for our community: Funds generated through the Collection benefit Huntington Senior Care Network (SCN), a nationally recognized program that helps older and disabled adults and families remain healthy and independent.

“I truly know from personal experience what an important resource it is,” Gail says of SCN. “When I was a caregiver for my mother and my aunt,” she adds, “SCN was a great help.”

The Gunthers also appreciate Huntington Collection’s role in making our community more eco-friendly. “I love that we’re recycling and repurposing things,” Gail says of their work at our upscale resale store. “We’re saving beautiful things from a landfill, while also raising money for a good cause.”

Both Gail and Ted have been patients at the hospital, and two of their three children were born here — increasing their commitment to make a difference here through their volunteerism. “The hospital is such an important institution within this community,” says Ted, “and volunteering has made us even more aware of what a precious resource it is.”

Perfect fit.

Ted and Gail each volunteer in areas of Huntington Collection that are well suited to their interests and experience. Ted worked in information technology for more than 50 years. “I was drawn to anything with a cord,” he says. At the Collection, he helps to refurbish, sort and price small appliances and machines such as toasters, lamps and radios.

While Ted has an affinity for function, Gail is more focused on form — and when a volunteer position focused on art and mirrors became available at Huntington Collection, she jumped at the opportunity. “I love what I do there,” says this retired librarian. “We receive such a variety of items, including antique engravings, original oil paintings, carved masks and graphic art pieces by well-known artists. I have so much gratitude for people who donate their treasured possessions to us,” she adds. “They trust us to respect these items and treat them well — and we do.”

Find the perfect gift.

Come to Huntington Collection to browse our wide array of unique vintage finds. Your purchases will help fund Huntington Senior Care Network’s important work supporting seniors and other vulnerable adults. The Collection is located at 766 South Fair Oaks Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91105, at the corner of Fillmore Street.

Huntington Collection is currently open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Social distancing and face covering protocols are in place to keep Huntington Collection customers safe during the COVID-19 pandemic, and a maximum of 10 shoppers will be permitted in the store at any time. Visit www.huntingtoncollection.org to learn more about the Collection. We also invite you to follow the Collection on Instagram @huntingtoncollection.