Donate Items, Shop, or Volunteer. Learn more about how you can contribute to The Village Centers through our resale shop, where 100% of the proceeds go directly toward supporting programs and services for individuals with IDD.
The Village Thrift Shop is a resale shop that benefits the mission of The Village Centers by providing additional revenue from sales and by serving as a vocational training site for our Villagers and for other organizations. 100% of the proceeds from the Thrift Shop go directly toward supporting our programs and services. Our Villagers and individuals with IDD affiliated with partner organizations train or work in the thrift shop under the supervision of a job coach sorting clothes and items, unloading donated items, cleaning, and other important tasks.
DONATIONS
DONATIONS
If you are cleaning or reorganizing and would like to support a local community organization, donate your gently used clothing, toys, household items, appliances, furniture to The Village Thrift any time throughout the year. Please review the below list of what we will and will not accept. Donations may be dropped off on the side of the store at the 3rd bay doors., or we can arrange to pick up your donations, including furniture. Please call our main office or email Ben McLean at bmclean@villagelac.org.
THINGS WE LOVE
Gently Used Furniture & Household Decor
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Small Appliances
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Formalwear and Clothing
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Dishes, Glassware, Serving Pieces, Silverware, Vintage Glassware such as Milk Glass, Jadeite, Carnival Glass, and Majolica
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Antiques
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Cowboy Boots
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Jewelry and Accessories
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Designer Purses
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Tools and Lawn Care Equipment
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Cameras, Lenses, and Camera Gear
Fabric, Quilts and Vintage Blankets
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Books, Games, and Lego Bricks
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Collectables and Gift Items
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Crafting Equipment and Unused Supplies
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Sporting Equipment: Golf Gear, Fishing Gear, Baseball, Softball, Soccer and Lacrosse
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Unused School and Office Supplies
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New Still in Package Items
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NOT SURE IF IT CAN BE
DONATED? CHECK WITH US.
WHAT WE WON'T TAKE
Guns or Weapons
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Mattresses and Pillows
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Furniture that is stained, damaged or has been exposed to flood water
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Cribs and Car Seats
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TVs or Computer Screens more than 5 years old
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Large Appliances, Office Equipment, Metal Desks/Filing Cabinets
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Hot Water Heaters, Commodes, Construction Materials
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Hospital Beds and Medical Equipment
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Cosmetics and Personal Care Items
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Household Cleaners, Hazardous Materials, Chemicals, Propane Tanks
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Undergarments that are not new in package or with tags, including socks and slippers.
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Clothing or shoes that are damaged, stained or soiled.
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Recyclables such as magazines and disposable plastic containers.
There are always new and interesting items to check out at The Village Thrift! Browse through our clothing for all ages, seasonal décor items, furniture, artwork, athletic equipment, and more during business hours. Special weekly sales make shopping even more affordable and fun. You can feel good about your purchase and its positive impact on individuals with IDD in the local community.
SHOP
WEEKLY SALES
Wednesday
Spin-the-Wheel Wednesday:
Spin for your discount up to 50%
Thursday
Big Bag Thursday:
Buy the bag, fill the bag, save 50%
Some exclusions apply. Bags can be purchased at the store.
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Daily Deals
15% off for senior 55+, teachers, veterans, and first responders.
VOLUNTEER
The Village Thrift Shop is a great place to volunteer and is always looking for help. You can help clean and organize the store, collect and sort donations, or assist customers. Volunteer shifts are available every day of the week during regular store hours. Please visit our Volunteer page for more information on becoming a volunteer.