TWIN CITIES CLOTHING & HOUSEHOLD
RESOURCES/THRIFT STORES (5/2012)
Thrift stores offer clothing and household items at reduced prices. Most items are donated.
ANOKA COUNTY
ACBC FOODSHELF AND CLOTHING STORE. 2615 9th Ave. N., Anoka, MN 55303.
763-422-0046. http://acbcfoodshelf.org.
AREA SERVED: Anoka, Coon Rapids, Ramsey, Andover, part of Champlin.
HOURS: Walk-ins - Mon. Wed., 12 - 3 pm. Tues. Thurs. 6:30-8:30 pm. By Appointment Tues Thurs 2 - 4 pm.
VISITS ALLOWED: .6 times/year; 20 – 25 pounds of clothing per visit
ID: Photo ID; piece of mail with current address for each adult in the home.
ANOKA COUNTY COMMUNITY ACTION PROGRAM, TWICE NICE THRIFT SHOP,
9201 South Highway Drive, Lexington, MN 55014 763-754-0935 www.accap.org
AREA SERVED: Anyone welcome
HOURS: Mon. – Tues - Wed. & Fri 10 - 6; Sat/ 9 am – 5 pm. Monday is Military Day with
additional discounts for military families and Tuesday is Senior day with 30% additional
discount. ID required for those families.
VISITS ALLOWED: No limit
ID: None required
** Anoka County Community Action Program (ACCAP) has a mattress/bed program for those
who are in need. Must contact ACCAP to apply. Call 763-783-4747.
BIRTHRIGHT OF COON RAPIDS, 2393 Coon Rapids Blvd. N.W., #101, Coon Rapids,
MN 55433. 763-757-0715. www. birthright.org.
**Maternity and baby clothes
AREA SERVED: Anoka County
HOURS: Jan., Feb., Mar. 10 am – 2 pm Monday through Thursday; Rest of year 10 am – 2 pm
Mon. through Fri. Hours subject to change. Call ahead for current information.
VISITS ALLOWED: Three times/year for diapers
ID: Valid photo ID for maternity clothes; birth certificate for layette and diapers (or bring baby)
GOODWILL/EASTER SEALS THRIFT STORES, Multiple stores. Check on line at
www.goodwilleasterseals.org to locate a store.
** New and used items at reduced prices.
AREA SERVED: Stores in Anoka County
Blaine – 11701 Ulysses Lane NE, 763-767-3468
Coon Rapids – 3071 Coon Rapids Blvd., 763-712-3468
HOURS: Mon. – Fri. 9 am – 9 pm; Sat. 9 am – 6 pm; Sun. 11 am – 6 pm
VISITS ALLOWED: No restrictions
ID: None required
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NORTH ANOKA COUNTY EMERGENCY FOOD SHELF (NACE), 18511 Highway 65
NE, East Bethel, MN 55011. 763-434-7685. www.nacefoodshelf.org/services.
** Clothing Closet is open during food distribution hours.
AREA SERVED: Northern Anoka County - Andover, East Bethel, Ham Lake, Oak Grove, St.
Francis, Linwood
HOURS: Mon. 9 am - 12 noon; Tues. 5 - 8 pm.; Wed. 1-4 pm; Thurs 8-11 pm.
VISITS ALLOWED: Once/month
ID: Photo ID and current mail showing address for each adult in household.
SALVATION ARMY SOCIAL SERVICE OFFICES. Check web site for office locations
www.thesalarmy.org/loc.ssoffices.htm) or call United Way 2-1-1 or 651-291-0211 for
nearest location
AREA SERVED: Various offices. See above
HOURS: Office hours are 8 am – 12 noon; 1 pm. - 4 pm Monday through Friday.
VISITS ALLOWED: Vouchers for clothing and household item available for families in need.
Appointment needed to request vouchers. See above for contact information.
ID: Determined at intake
SALVATION ARMY THRIFT STORES Check web site for thrift store locations www.thesalarmy.org/ or call United Way 2-1-1 or 651-291-0211 for the nearest location
No free clothing program. Sell clothing and household items at greatly reduced cost.
SOUTHERN ANOKA COMMUNITY ASSISTANCE (SACA). 627 38th Ave. NE,
Columbia Heights, MN 55421. 763-789-2446. www.sacafoodshelf.org.
**Clothing available during food shelf hours
AREA SERVED: Columbia Heights, Fridley, Spring Lake Park
HOURS: Must call for appointment between 7:30 am & 3 pm. Monday through Friday.
VISITS ALLOWED: Once/month
ID: Photo ID with address. Proof of address (utility bill, current mail, etc.), Social Security
card/number
UNIQUE THRIFT STORE, 2201 37th Ave. NE, Columbia Heights, 763-788-5350
** New and used items at reduced prices.
AREA SERVED: No restrictions
HOURS: Mon. – Sat. 9 am – 7:30 pm; Sun. 11 am – 5 pm (hours may vary)
VISITS ALLOWED: NA
ID: NA
**If you register for a Unique VIP card (no cost) you will receive emails for special holiday or
event discounts. Some days have additional discounts (Tuesday for Seniors, Fridays if you have
a Unique VIP card)
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TWIN CITIES CLOTHING & HOUSEHOLD
RESOURCES/THRIFT STORES (5/2012)
Thrift stores offer clothing and household items at reduced prices. Most items are donated.
CARVER COUNTY
BIRTHRIGHT OF WACONIA. 233 Olive Street S., Waconia, MN 55387. 952-442-4026.
www. birthright.org.
Maternity, baby clothes & diapers
AREA SERVED: Carver County
HOURS: Tues. 6:30 – 8:30 pm; Thurs. 4 – 5:30 pm
VISITS ALLOWED: No restriction
ID: None required
BLESSED BEE THRIFT STORE, 2450 Chaska Blvd., Chaska, MN 55318 952-448-7792
AREA SERVED: No restrictions
HOURS: Tues., Wed., Fri. 10 am – 5 pm; Thurs. 12 – 4 pm, Sat. 9 am – 12 noon..
VISITS ALLOWED: No restriction
ID: Not required
SALVATION ARMY SOCIAL SERVICE OFFICES (check web site for office locations)
www.thesalarmy.org/loc.ssoffices.htm) or call United Way 2-1-1 or 651-291-0211 for
nearest location
AREA SERVED: Various offices. See above. Burnsville office serves Dakota, Carver and
Scott Counties.
HOURS: Office hours are 8 am – 12 noon; 1 pm. - 4 pm Monday through Friday.
VISITS ALLOWED: Vouchers for clothing and household item available for families in need.
Appointment needed to request vouchers. See above for contact information.
ID: Determined at intake
SALVATION ARMY THRIFT STORES Check web site for thrift store locations www.thesalarmy.org/ or call United Way 2-1-1 or 651-291-0211 for the nearest location
No free clothing program. Sell clothing and household items at greatly reduced cost.
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TWIN CITIES CLOTHING & HOUSEHOLD
RESOURCES/THRIFT STORES (5/2012)
Thrift stores offer clothing and household items at reduced prices. Most items are donated.
DAKOTA COUNTY
GOODWILL/EASTER SEALS THRIFT STORES, Multiple stores. Check on line at
www.goodwilleasterseals.org to locate a store.
** New and used items at reduced prices.
AREA SERVED: Stores in Dakota County
Apple Valley – 7320 153rd Street, 952-953-4410
Eagan - 1247 Northwood Parkway, 651-994-9707
Hastings – 1355 South Frontage Road, 651-437-1223
Lakeville – 17625 Kenrick Ave., 952-435-7050
West St. Paul – 1361 South Robert Street, 641-451-2014
Woodbury – 10450 Hudson Road, 651-731-7942
HOURS: Mon. – Fri. 9 am – 9 pm; Sat. 9 am – 6 pm; Sun. 11 am – 6 pm
VISITS ALLOWED: No restrictions
ID: None required
HASTINGS FAMILY SERVICE, 301 2nd Street E., Hastings, MN 55033. 651-437-7134.
www. hastingsfamilyservice.org.
** Used clothing and household items at no cost to those in need. Items at low cost to public.
AREA SERVED: Residents within boundaries of School District #200 - Hastings, Vermillion,
Vermillion Township, Marshan Township, Miesville, parts of Hampton & Hampton Township,
New Trier.
HOURS: Mon. – Sat. 9 am - 5 pm
VISITS ALLOWED: 4 times/year (once a season).
ID: Photo ID & proof of address (current mail) for free clothing/household items. Must
demonstrate emergency need for free items.
HOSANNA LUTHERAN CHURCH. 9600 163RD Street W. Lakeville, MN
952-435-3332 (Mon through Thurs) www.hosannalc.org.
AREA SERVED: No restrictions.
HOURS: Every Tuesday at 5 pm there is a free dinner. After the dinner, people can
shop in the community clothes closet or for household goods. Or they can attend
a support group (many types). Child care (for a fee) is available for people attending the support
groups. No support group for children on Tuesday.
VISITS ALLOWED: No restriction
ID: None required
** Also had small kitchen appliances and baby items
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NEIGHBORS, INC., 222 Grand Ave., South St. Paul, MN 55075. 651-455-1508.
www.neighborsmn.org.
AREA SERVED: Inver Grove Heights, South St. Paul, West St. Paul, Mendota Heights,
Mendota, Sunfish Lake, Lilydale.
HOURS: Mon. – Thurs. 10 am – 7 pm; Fri. & Sat. 10 am – 4 pm. Open to the public.
VISITS ALLOWED: For people in need, they can get a voucher to shop. Available twice/year.
Call for information.
ID: Photo ID, utility bill within last month for current address for people applying for a voucher.
PEACE CHURCH, 2180 Glory Drive, Eagan, MN 55122, 651-454-4542.
www.peace-eagan.org.
Free new and used adult clothing and toiletries.
AREA SERVED: Dakota County
HOURS: Wed. 3 - 5 pm
VISITS ALLOWED: Four times/year (Jan-May, Apr - June, July-Sept, Oct-Dec). Allowed up
to 10 clothing items and 1 toiletry/household essentials bag per quarter.
ID: Photo ID
PRINCE OF PEACE LUTHERAN CHURCH MISSION OUTPOST. 13801 Fairview
Drive, Burnsville, MN 55337. 952-898-9311 www.princeofpeaceonline.org
AREA SERVED: South of the river – Burnsville, Eagan, Apple Valley, Lakeville,
Farmington, Rosemount.
HOURS: Monday 1 – 4 pm, 5-7 pm; Thursday 10:30 am - 12:30 pm. (no appointment
necessary); Wed. by appointment 5-7 pm
VISITS ALLOWED: 10 items of clothing per family member per quarter
ID: Photo ID and a current piece of mail (such as utility bill, rent agreement, bank statement
etc.) showing current address..
Also has a food shelf and assist with furniture, cribs, car seats, etc.
SALVATION ARMY SOCIAL SERVICE OFFICES, Check web site for office locations
www.thesalarmy.org/loc.ssoffices.htm) or call United Way 2-1-1 or 651-291-0211 for
nearest location
AREA SERVED: Various offices. See above. Burnsville office serves Dakota, Carver and Scott
Counties.
HOURS: Office hours are 8 am – 12 noon; 1 pm. - 4 pm Monday through Friday.
VISITS ALLOWED: Vouchers for clothing and household item available for families in need.
Appointment needed to request vouchers. See above for contact information.
ID: Determined at intake
SALVATION ARMY THRIFT STORES Check web site for thrift store locations www.thesalarmy.org/ or call United Way 2-1-1 or 651-291-0211 for the nearest location
No free clothing program. Sell clothing and household items at greatly reduced cost.
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UNIQUE THRIFT STORE, 14308 Burnhaven Drive, Burnsville, 952-898-0988
** New and used items at reduced prices.
AREA SERVED: No restrictions
HOURS: Mon. – Sat. 9 am – 7:30 pm; Sun. 11 am – 5 pm (hours may vary)
VISITS ALLOWED: NA
ID: NA
**If you register for a Unique VIP card (no cost) you will receive emails for special holiday or
event discounts. Some days have additional discounts (Tuesday for Seniors, Fridays if you have
a Unique VIP card)
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TWIN CITIES CLOTHING & HOUSEHOLD
RESOURCES/THRIFT STORES (5/2012)
Thrift stores offer clothing and household items at reduced prices. Most items are donated.
HENNEPIN COUNTY (MINNEAPOLIS)
BASILICA OF ST. MARY (St. Vincent de Paul Shoe Ministry), 88 North 17th Street,
Minneapolis, MN 55403. 612-333-1381 www.mary.org
AREA SERVED: People living in the Basilica or Ascension Parish boundaries (zip codes
55401, 55402, 55403, 55405, 55411)
HOURS/VISITS A;LLOWED: NA - Once every 12 months eligible people will be given a shoe
voucher redeemable at Lake Street K-Mart. Also provide bus tokens for round-trip visit to KMart.
ID: Must register in person at Teresa of Calcutta Hall on Monday or Saturday from 9:30 - 11 am
and provide photo ID, proof of residence (such as a utility bill less than 30 days old). All adults
must be present in person. Children do not need to be present, but medical card, Social Security
card, birth certificate or school ID needed for each child.
BETHESDA BAPTIST CHURCH. 1118 South 8TH St. Minneapolis, MN 55402
612-332-5904 www.bethesdamn.org
AREA SERVED: Hennepin County adults and children in need
HOURS: Mondays 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Call Saturday at 1 pm for intake information
VISITS ALLOWED: No limit for clothing.
ID: Photo ID, Proof of address.
Coats in winter
BIRTHRIGHT OF MINNEAPLIS. 825 Nicollet Ave., Suite 702, Minneapolis, MN 55402
(Medical Arts Building). 612-338-2353 www.birthright.org
Maternity and baby clothes
AREA SERVED: No restrictions.
HOURS: Jan., Feb., Mar. 10 am -2 pm Monday through Thursday; rest of year 10 am – 2
pm Monday through Friday.
VISITS ALLOWED: 3 times/year for diapers
ID: Valid ID for maternity clothes; birth certificate for layette and diapers (or bring baby in).
CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH - CALVARY KIDSTUFF (gently used clothing & toys
for children), 2608 Blaisdell Ave. S., Minneapolis, MN 55408 612-872-7855.
www.calvarychurchmpls.org
AREA SERVED: Anyone may come
HOURS: Saturdays from 9 a.m. – 12 noon. No appointment necessary
VISITS ALLOWED: No limit
ID: None required
No furniture or baby equipment
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CENTRAL LUTHERAN CHURCH, 333 South 12TH St. Minneapolis, MN 55404
612-870-4416 www.centralmpls.org
AREA SERVED: Mainly serve downtown Mpls. area, but will serve the 7 county Metro area
HOURS: Mon. 11 a.m.-12:30 pm; Wed. 10 a.m. - 11;00 a.m.; Thurs. 1 – 2:30 p.m.
VISITS ALLOWED: Once a week.
ID: No ID required for clothing, except for heavy winter coats/jackets so only 1/person
ALSO: Community meal Mondays from 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. All welcome.
**Some household items (pots & pans, towels, sheets, etc.)
**Offer some limited financial assistance (co-pays for dental, prescriptions, optical). ID
required.
CENTRO GUADALUPANO FREE STORE, 2424 18th Ave. S., Minneapolis, MN 55404,
612-724-3651. www.guadcenter.org
AREA SERVED: No restrictions
HOURS: Free store on 1st Friday of the month from 8 – 9:30 am
VISITS ALLOWED: No restrictions
ID: None needed
** Also furniture referrals, school supply program, winter coats, seasonal holiday programs
CORNERSTONE MINISTRY. 3400 Park Ave. S. (basement of Park Ave. Methodist
Church) Minneapolis, MN 55407, 612-825-6863. parkavechurchmpls.com
AREA SERVED: No restrictions
HOURS: Wednesdays 4:30 p.m. – 6 p.m.
VISITS ALLOWED: No limit. $.25 - $1/bag for clothing. Operates like a thrift store.
ID: None but there is a procedure for families or individuals who are unable to pay.
EAST SIDE NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES (ESNS) THRIFT STORE, 1925 Central Ave.
NE, Minneapolis, 55418, 612-789-0600. www.esns.org
AREA SERVED: Hennepin County
HOURS: Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri 10 am - 6 pm; Sat 10 am - 5 pm
VISITS ALLOWED: No limit
ID: None required
**Also has housewares, linens and books
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ELIM CHURCH, THE UNLIMITED, 685 13TH AVE. N.E. Minneapolis, MN 55413
612-789-3591 http://elimchurch.com
AREA SERVED: Northeast Minneapolis and surrounding communities; women only.
HOURS: 1st Thursday of the month from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.. Open select hours in summer – call to
check.
VISITS ALLOWED: Once a month.
ID: Picture ID of some sort. Must register the first time they come
ALSO HAVE: KIDZ KLOZET
AREA SERVED: Same
HOURS: 1st & 3rd Thursday of the month; 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. or by appointment. Summer open
select hours. Call to find out.
ID: Same
VISITS ALLOWED: Once/week.
**At end of August they may have back packs for kids. Check web site.
FROM ME TO YOU CLOTHING MINISTRY, 3953 4TH Ave. S. Minneapolis, MN 55409
612-825-6469. www.frommetoyou97.org
Free clothing and miscellaneous household items. REFERRAL REQUIRED
AREA SERVED: 7 County Metro area
HOURS :General public - Thursday 4 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m. – 12 noon. No
charge, but $5 donation requested. If referred by a social agency, must make an
appointment. Usually seen outside of public hours. No charge.
Referral may be a
letter, business card, phone call, etc.
VISITS ALLOWED: Usually no limit on amount of clothing and items unless clothing and
items are in short supply.
ID: Non required.
**Dress for Success for clothing for going back to work or clothing for schoolby appointment only 612-825-6469
MARIE SANVIK CENTER, 1112 East Franklin Ave., Minneapolis, MN 55404
612-870-9617, www.mariesanvikcenter.org
AREA SERVED: Anyone
HOURS: Men: Sunday 7 p.m. & Friday 7 p.m.
Women: Tuesday 7 p.m.; Women & Children Thursday 12-1 p.m.
People attend services first, then are served a meal during which time the store
is open.
VISITS ALLOWED: No limit. Free, no charge
ID: None except for the handmade quilts given to women – 1 quilt every 6 months only.
Also may have car seats, strollers, toys, household items and personal hygiene bags.
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MOUNT OLIVE LUTHERAN CHURCH. 3045 Chicago Ave., Minneapolis, MN 55407
612-827-5919 www.mountolivechurch.org
**Diaper sold at low cost
AREA SERVED: Minneapolis residents
HOURS: Tues 4:30 - 6:30 pm (except 1st Tues of the month); Thurs 1:30 - 3:30 pm; September
through May - Closed in summer.
VISITS ALLOWED: May purchase 1 package of diapers per child in family each month
ID: Must register at 1st visit
NORTH UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 4350 Fremont Ave. N., Minneapolis 55412,
612-522-4497. www.gbgm-umc.org/northchurch
AREA SERVED: No restrictions
HOURS: 1st, 2nd & 3rd Sat. of each month 9 am - 12 noon; 1st Mon 6-8 pm, or by appointment.
Call 612-272-8259 for appointment.
VISITS ALLOWED: No restrictions
ID: None required
NORTHSIDE LIFE CARE CENTER, 4367 Thomas Ave. N., Minneapolis, MN 55412
612-522-6589. www.northsidelifecare.org
**Baby & maternity clothing. Diapers and formula available.
AREA SERVED: By zip code. Must call Life Care Center to find out.
HOURS: By appointment only during working hours – 9am – 4 pm Monday, Tuesday,
Thursday & Friday.
VISITS ALLOWED: Every 2 months. Once/month for diapers & formula.
ID: Unknown.
**Other: Prenatal clinic. Childhood classes 3rd Wednesday 5:45 p.m. - 8 p.m.
PILLSBURY NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES, OAK PARK NEIGHBORHOOD CENTER
CLOTHES ATTIC, 1701 Oak Park Ave. N. Minneapolis, MN 55411 612-377-7000.
http://pnc-mn.org
AREA SERVED: Anyone
HOURS: Tuesday &Thursday 9 a.m. – 12 noon.
VISITS ALLOWED: Unlimited, but 1 bag of clothing/person per visit.
ID: None needed
READY FOR SUCCESS (Episcopal Community Services) 1730 Clinton Place, Suite 10,
Minneapolis, MN 55403. 612-872-1509
Provides low income women and men with new or gently used professional clothing, accessories
and personal care items suitable for job interviews and the workplace.
AREA SERVED: Anyone
HOURS: By appointment only. Must be referred by social agencies.
VISITS ALLOWED: Return visits allowed to build seasonal wardrobe. (Usually 3 visits for
women; 1 visit for men)
ID: Provided by referring social agency.
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SABATHANI COMMUNITY CENTER CLARISSA’S CLOSET, 310 East 38TH ST.
Minneapolis, MN 55407 612-821-2302 www.sabathani.org
Clothing and household items
AREA SERVED: Anyone
HOURS: Monday – Thursday 9 – 11:30 am, 1-3 pm
VISITS ALLOWED: Once a week
ID: Picture ID, proof of address
**Choice Boutique – clothing for job success by referral and appointment only
Also household goods
SALVATION ARMY SOCIAL SERVICE OFFICES , Call United Way 2-1-1 or
651-291-0211 for nearest location that serves your area or check web site for office
locations at www.thesalarmy.org/loc.ssoffices.htm
AREA SERVED: Various offices serve specific addresses. See above
HOURS: Office hours are 8 am – 12 noon & 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Monday through Friday.
VISITS ALLOWED: Vouchers for clothing and household item available for families in
need. Appointment needed to request vouchers. See above for contact information.
ID: Determined at intake
SALVATION ARMY THRIFT STORES, check web site for thrift store locations www.thesalarmy.com/ or call 651-291-0211
No free clothing program. Sell clothing and household items at greatly reduced cost.
SHARING AND CARING HANDS; 415 North 7th St., Minneapolis, MN 55411. 612-3384640. www.sharingand caringhands.org
AREA SERVED: 7 County Metro area
HOURS: Monday - Thursday 10 a.m. -m11:30 a.m.; 1:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.
VISITS ALLOWED: No limit. 1 bag per time
ID: Social Security card and lease agreement.
** Individuals may be able to get a pair of shoes. Must come in and interview with Mary (no
appointment necessary) Mon.& Tues. 10 – 11:30 am or 1:30 – 3 pm.
SHILOH TEMPLE INTERNATIONAL MINISTRIES, 1201 W. Broadway Ave. N.,
Minneapolis 55411, 612-302-1463 www.shilohtemple.com.
AREA SERVED: No restrictions
HOURS: Mon. through Fri. 9 am – 2:30 pm
VISITS ALLOWED: Once every 3 months
ID: Must fill out registration papers
SISTERS OF ST. JOSEPH OF CARONDOLET - THE CLOTHES CLOSET, 2200
Nicollet Ave. S., Minneapolis 55404 612-870-1815 www.csjstpaul.org
AREA SERVED: South Minneapolis
HOURS: Wed, & Thur, 11 am - 2 pm.
VISITS ALLOWED: Not restricted, but 1 large bag of clothing/visit
ID: None required
** Also have some household items
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ST. OLAF CATHOLIC CHURCH FREE STORE, 215 South 8th St., Minneapolis, MN
55402. 612-332-7471 x247. www.saintolaf.org
AREA SERVED: No restrictions
HOURS: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 9:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.
VISITS ALLOWED: Once a month. Receive a certificate for a certain $ amount. A price is
assigned to clothing and people "purchase" clothing with the certificate.
ID: None, but families must register to get the certificate.
**Also have school supplies, Christmas "shop" for parents to choose gifts for children up to age
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ST. VINCENT de PAUL TWIN CITIES THRIFT STORE, 2939 12th Ave. S., Minneapolis,
MN 55407 612-722-7882. www.svdpmpls.org
AREA SERVED: Thrift store is open to the public
HOURS: Mon. - Fri. 10 am - 6 pm; Sat. 10 am - 4 pm
VISITS ALLOWED: No restriction
ID: Not required
** Twice a month operates a free store. Call above number for information
UNIQUE THRIFT STORE, 4471 Winnetka Ave. N., New Hope 763-535-0200
** New and used items at reduced prices.
AREA SERVED: No restrictions
HOURS: Mon. – Sat. 9 am – 7:30 pm; Sun. 11 am – 5 pm (hours may vary)
VISITS ALLOWED: NA
ID: NA
**If you register for a Unique VIP card (no cost) you will receive emails for special holiday or
event discounts. Some days have additional discounts (Tuesday for Seniors, Fridays if you have
a Unique VIP card)
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TWIN CITIES CLOTHING & HOUSEHOLD
RESOURCES/THRIFT STORES (5/2012)
Thrift stores offer clothing and household items at reduced prices. Most items are donated.
HENNEPIN COUNTY (SUBURBAN)
ARC’S VALUE VILLAGE THRIFT STORES. www.arcsvaluevillage/org
BROOKLYN CENTER, 6330 Brooklyn Blvd. 763-503-3534
NEW HOPE, 2751 Winnetka Ave. N. 763-544-0006
RICHFIELD, 6528 Penn Ave. S. 612-861-9550
TYPE: Thrift - gently used and new clothing and household items
HOURS: Monday – Friday 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.; Saturday & Sunday 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.
VISITS ALLOWED: NA
ID: Not required
BETHESDA THRIFT SHOP, 4749 County Road 101, Minnetonka, MN 55345
952-939-0988 www.bethesdathriftshop.com
AREA SERVED: No restriction
HOURS: Mon. – Fri. 10 am – 8 pm; Sat. 10 am – 5 pm; Sun. 12 – 4 pm.
VISITS ALLOWED: No restrictions
ID: None required
BIBLES FOR MISSIONS THRIFT STORE, 4713 36th Ave. N., Crystal, MN 55422
763-522-1786 www.biblesformissions.org
AREA SERVED: No restriction
HOURS: Weekdays 10 am – 5 pm; Thursday until 8 pm; Saturday 10 am – 3 pm
VISITS ALLOWED: No restrictions
ID: None required
BLOOMINGTON COVENANT CHURCH CLOSET OF HOPE, 10150 Xerxes Ave. S.,
Bloomington, MN 55437 952-831-8339 www.bcov.org
AREA SERVED: Bloomington residents
HOURS: Last Saturday of each month 9 -10:30 am.
VISITS ALLOWED: 10 items clothing/person coming in.
ID: None required
** Clothing for all ages, footwear, coats, bedding and towels.
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CHRISTIANS REACHING OUT IN SOCIAL SERVICE (CROSS), 12915 Weinand
Circle, Rogers, MN 55374 www.crossfoodshelf.com
AREA SERVED: Residents of Osseo-Maple Grove area, Western Champlin, Rogers, Dayton,
Corcoran & Hassan Township
HOURS: Mon & Fri 9 am - 4 pm; Wed 9 am - 7 pm. Closed 11:30 - 12:30. Call for specific
information and registration form
VISITS ALLOWED:
ID: Application/registration form, photo ID, proof of address, Social Security number or card,
State ID
** Also has food shelf, household items, Holiday program (Christmas & Easter), school
supplies
COMMUNITY EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (CEAP), 6840 78TH Ave. N,
Brooklyn Park, MN 55445 763-566-9600 www.ceap.com
AREA SERVED: Any Minnesota resident
HOURS: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.; 1 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
VISITS ALLOWED: 2 visits/month/household. Up to 50 items/visit.
ID: Minnesota picture ID. If no ID, bring a current utility bill to verify residence.
GOODWILL/EASTER SEALS THRIFT STORES, Multiple stores. Check on line at
www.goodwilleasterseals.org to locate a store.
** New and used items at reduced prices.
AREA SERVED: Stores in Hennepin County
Bloomington – 7845 Lyndale Ave. S., 952-881-2468
Champlin – Business Park Blvd., 763-421-0035
Hopkins – 1025 Hill Street, 952-935-2760
Maple Grove – 9530 Dunkirk Lane N., 763-420-8013
Minnetonka – 13820 Wayzata Blvd., 952-544-6648
Rogers – 20870 Rogers Drive, 763-428-2256
HOURS: Mon. – Fri. 9 am – 9 pm; Sat. 9 am – 6 pm; Sun. 11 am – 6 pm
VISITS ALLOWED: Not restricted
ID: None required
HOPE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH VINES & BRANCHES, 7132 Portland Ave. S,
Richfield, MN 55423 612-866-1359 www.hope-pc.org
Thrift shop ( clothing & household items) open to the public. For people unable to pay, they will
take referrals from social agencies.
AREA SERVED: 7 County Metro area
HOURS: Wednesday 6:30 – 8 pm; Thursday 1-4 pm; Saturday 10 am – 1 pm.
VISITS ALLOWED: Limit of 15 items per household per visit for the public.
ID: None required for thrift shop.
FOR FREE CLOTHING: Must be referred from a social agency. Social agency needs to fill
out a referral form and contact church staff at above number.
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HOPE PROGRAM - METRO WOMENS CENTER, INC., 6418 Bass Lake Road, Crystal,
MN 55428 763-533-8642 www.metrowomenscenter.org
AREA SERVED: 7 County Metro area. Provides maternity and baby clothes for women who
attend their classes, view videos & other activities.
HOURS: Varies. Call for appointment
VISITS ALLOWED: Varies. Call for appointment
ID: Photo ID
** Not handicap accessible, but they will make arrangements to accommodate, if possible.
INTERFAITH OUTREACH & COMMUNITY PARTNERS (IOCP), 1605 County Road
101 N., Plymouth, MN 55447 952-473-2436. www.iocp.org
AREA SERVED: Wayzata, Western Plymouth, Long Lake, Orono, Hamel, Minnetonka Beach,
Medina, Medicine Lake
HOURS: Mon - Fri 9 am - 5 pm. Call for application information
VISITS ALLOWED: Call for information
ID: Proof of address
** Also have layettes, school supplies, car program, food shelf
OXBOROUGH EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH, 9431 Nicollet Ave. S., Bloomington,
MN 55420 952-881-6956 www.oxboro.org
AREA SERVED: Bloomington, Richfield & surrounding communities
HOURS: Tues 9 am - 12 noon from September to May
VISITS ALLOWED: Not restricted. May come weekly if need
ID: None required
PENNYWISE SHOP, 1443 Commerce Blvd., Mound, MN 55364, 952-472-1284 ext. 182
www.ourladyof thelake.com/church.
AREA SERVED: Mound/Westonka area excluding Wayzata
HOURS: Tues & Fri 10 am - 4 pm; Wed 6:30 – 8:30 pm; Sat 10 am – 1 pm. Call for
appointment. Closed June, July and August.
VISITS ALLOWED: Not restricted
ID: None required
PRISM - PEOPLE RESPONDING IN SOCIAL MINISTRY, 730 Florida Ave. S., Golden
Valley, MN 55426 763-529-1350 http://prismmpls.org
AREA SERVED: General public. Need not live in primary service area. Thrift store
HOURS: Mon 9:30 am - 7 pm. Tues - Thurs 9 am - 4 pm. Closed Fridays
VISITS ALLOWED: No restriction
ID: None required
** Cost for clothing and household items is minimal.
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PROP SHOP, 15195 Martin Dr., Eden Prairie, MN 55344 952-934-2323
www.propshopep.org
AREA SERVED: No restriction for Resale Shop. Client room – Eden Prairie & Chanhassen
HOURS: Resale Shop open to the public – Tues – Thurs 10 am – 7 pm; Fri &Sat 10 am – 5 pm;
Sun 12 – 4 pm. Client Room for people in need is open Tues – Wed 10 am – 6:30 pm, Thurs –
Sat. 10 am – 3 pm. Must have a referral from Human Services. Call 952-224-7050 for
information.
VISITS ALLOWED: No limit for Resale Shop; Once/month for Client Room
ID: No ID for Resale Shop. For Client Room must have a referral from Human Services.
Application required.
** Also operate a food shelf
RESOURCE WEST. 915 Main Street, Hopkins, MN 55343, 952-988-5350.
www.resourcewest.org
Winter Warm Wear Program
AREA SERVED: Children ages newborn to age 18. Residents of Deephaven, Excelsior,
Greenwood, Hopkins, Minnetonka, Shorewood, Woodland.
HOURS: Distribution in fall. Must register in advance and provide proof of income and
residence
VISITS ALLOWED: NA - see above
ID: Photo ID, Current piece of mail, proof of income.
SALVATION ARMY SOCIAL SERVICE OFFICES , Call United Way 2-1-1 or
651-291-0211 for nearest location that serves your area or check web site for office
locations at www.thesalarmy.org/loc.ssoffices.htm
AREA SERVED: Various offices serve specific addresses. See above
HOURS: Office hours are 8 am – 12 noon & 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Monday through Friday.
VISITS ALLOWED: Vouchers for clothing and household item available for families in
need. Appointment needed to request vouchers. See above for contact information.
ID: Determined at intake
SALVATION ARMY THRIFT STORES, check web site for thrift store locations www.thesalarmy.com/ or call 651-291-0211
No free clothing program. Sell clothing and household items at greatly reduced cost.
ST. LOUIS PARK EMERGENCY PROGRAM (STEP), 6812 W. Lake Street, St. Louis
Park, MN 55426. 952-925-4899 www.stepslp.org
AREA SERVED: St. Louis Park residents. Referrals from other agencies accepted for those in
need who live outside of St. Louis Park
HOURS: Mon. Wed. & Thurs. – 9-11 am, 1-3 pm; Tues 1-3 pm, 6-7:00 pm; Fri 9-11 am.
VISITS ALLOWED: Up to 2 times/week; 2 paper bags of clothing/visit
ID: Not required
** Also operates a food shelf
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TWIN CITIES CLOTHING & HOUSEHOLD
RESOURCES/THRIFT STORES (5/2012)
Thrift stores offer clothing and household items at reduced prices. Most items are donated.
RAMSEY COUNTY
ALLEY SHOPPE 109, Arlington Hills Lutheran Church, 1115 Greenbrier Street, St. Paul,
MN 55106 651-776-8708 www.ahlc-stp.org/ap.html
AREA SERVED: East Metro with Ramsey County referral
HOURS: Tues. 9:30 am – 1 pm Labor Day through Memorial Day.
VISITS ALLOWED: 6 times
ID: Referral form required. Check with your case manager.
** Clothing and household (no furniture)
** Not handicap accessible but will try to accommodate. Call for information.
ARC’S VALUE VILLAGE THRIFT STORES, 1650 White Bear Ave. N., St. Paul, MN
651-788-8300
AREA SERVED: General Public
HOURS: Monday – Friday 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.; Saturday & Sunday 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.
VISITS ALLOWED: NA
ID: Not required
CENTRAL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, MARTHA’S CLOSET, 500 Cedar Street, St.
Paul, MN 55101 651-224-4728 www.cpcstpaul.org
AREA SERVED: Metro area; women only
HOURS: Tuesday & Wednesday 12 noon – 2:30 p.m.; 2nd Tuesday from 5 – 7 p.m.
VISITS ALLOWED: 2 per year – once in Spring/Summer & once in Fall/Winter
ID: Must have a referral from a social agency (this would include Courage Center) each time
they come
DAYTON AVENUE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 217 Mackubin St., St Paul, MN 55102
651-227-7389 www.dapc.org/home/clothing-center
AREA SERVED: Free used clothing available to anyone in need.
HOURS: 9 – 11:45 am on the 1st and 3rd Sat. of the month
VISITS ALLOWED: No restrictions, but number of items per visit may be limited
ID: None required
GOD’S CLOSET, 820 White Bear Ave., St. Paul, MN 55016 651-771-4627
www.epworthstp.com
AREA SERVED: East St. Paul - Zip codes 55101, 55106, 55117, 55119, 55130
HOURS: Mon., Wed., Fri. 10 am - 3 pm; 1st. Sat. of month 1 - 1:30 pm
VISITS ALLOWED: Once/month
ID: Photo ID and current piece of mail to verify address for each adult in home.
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GOODWILL/EASTER SEALS THRIFT STORES, Multiple stores. Check on line at
www.goodwilleasterseals.org to locate a store.
** New and used items at reduced prices.
AREA SERVED: Stores in Ramsey County
Maplewood – 2580 White Bear Ave., 651-770-2401
Roseville – 1627 W. County Road B, 651-634-3609
St. Paul – 553 Fairview Ave. N., 651-379-5808
St. Paul (Outlet Store) – 2505 University Ave. W., 651-603-1544
HOURS: Mon. – Fri. 9 am – 9 pm; Sat. 9 am – 6 pm; Sun. 11 am – 6 pm
VISITS ALLOWED: Not restricted
ID: None required
JOSEPHS COAT, 1107 W. 7th Street, St. Paul, MN 55102 651-291-2472
www.josephscoat.org
**Seasonal Clothing and Household Items
AREA SERVED: No restrictions/no charge
HOURS: Monday & Wednesday 9 a.m. - 12 pm; 1- 4:30 pm. Closed 1st full week of the month
VISITS ALLOWED: 1 time/week. Limit of 1 grocery bag of clothing
ID: Photo ID. No referral necessary
**Also have kitchenware, small appliances, bed and bath linens, personal care items
SALVATION ARMY SOCIAL SERVICE OFFICES , Call United Way 2-1-1 or
651-291-0211 for nearest location that serves your area or check web site for office
locations at www.thesalarmy.org/loc.ssoffices.htm
AREA SERVED: Various offices serve specific addresses. See above
HOURS: Office hours are 8 am – 12 noon & 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Monday through Friday.
VISITS ALLOWED: Vouchers for clothing and household item available for families in
need. Appointment needed to request vouchers. See above for contact information.
ID: Determined at intake
SALVATION ARMY THRIFT STORES, check web site for thrift store locations www.thesalarmy.com/ or call 651-291-0211
No free clothing program. Sell clothing and household items at greatly reduced cost.
ST. VINCENT de PAUL TWIN CITIES THRIFT STORE, 461 7th Street W., St. Paul, MN
55102 651-227-1332 www.svdpmpls.org
AREA SERVED: Thrift store open to the public
HOURS: Mon. - Fri. 9:30 am - 5 pm; Sat. 9:30 am - 4 pm
VISITS ALLOWED: No limit
ID: None required
** Twice a month operates a free store. Call for information
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SWAP SHOP, St. Thomas More Catholic Church, 1065 Summit Ave., St. Paul, MN 55105
651-227-7669 www.morecommunity.org
AREA SERVED: Ramsey County
HOURS: Sat. 1 - 3 pm. Walk-ins welcome. Closed summers June through August.
VISITS ALLOWED: No limit to number of visits. Limit of 2 bags of merchandise per visit.
ID: None required
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TWIN CITIES CLOTHING & HOUSEHOLD
RESOURCES/THRIFT STORES (5/2012)
Thrift stores offer clothing and household items at reduced prices. Most items are donated.
SCOTT COUNTY
GOODWILL/EASTER SEALS THRIFT STORES, Multiple stores. Check on line at
www.goodwilleasterseals.org to locate a store.
** New and used items at reduced prices.
AREA SERVED: Stores in Scott County
Shakopee – 1210 Shakopee Town Square 952-233-8897
HOURS: Mon. – Fri. 9 am – 9 pm; Sat. 9 am – 6 pm; Sun. 11 am – 6 pm
VISITS ALLOWED: Not limited
ID: Not required
HANDS OF FRIENDSHIP THRIFT STORE, 27980 Koeper Ave., New Prague, MN 56071
952-758-5114 www.handsoffriendship.org
AREA SERVED: No restrictions
HOURS: Mon. – Sat. 9 am – 5 pm
VISITS ALLOWED: No restriction
ID; None required
SALVATION ARMY SOCIAL SERVICE OFFICES , Call United Way 2-1-1 or
651-291-0211 for nearest location that serves your area or check web site for office
locations at www.thesalarmy.org/loc.ssoffices.htm
AREA SERVED: Various offices serve specific addresses. See above. Burnsville office serves
Dakota, Carver and Scott Counties.
HOURS: Office hours are 8 am – 12 noon & 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Monday through Friday.
VISITS ALLOWED: Vouchers for clothing and household item available for families in
need. Appointment needed to request vouchers. See above for contact information.
ID: Determined at intake
SALVATION ARMY THRIFT STORES, check web site for thrift store locations www.thesalarmy.com/ or call 651-291-0211
No free clothing program. Sell clothing and household items at greatly reduced cost.
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TWIN CITIES CLOTHING & HOUSEHOLD
RESOURCES/THRIFT STORES (5/2012)
Thrift stores offer clothing and household items at reduced prices. Most items are donated.
WASHINGTON COUNTY
COMMUNITY HELPING HAND THRIFT STORE, 408 15th Street SW, Forest Lake, MN
55025 MN 55110 651-464-8150 http://communityhelpinghand.org
AREA SERVED: No restrictions
HO URS: Mon. - Fri. 10 am - 4 pm; Sat. 10 am - 2 pm
VISITS ALLOWED: No restrictions
ID: None required
** Also food shelf - call 651-464-6831
DAWNS CLOSET, 1911 Curve Crest Blvd. W., Stillwater, MN 55082,
651-430-2739 ext. 201 http://valleyoutreachmn.org
AREA SERVED: Residents of Washington County, Eastern Ramsey County in MN; Polk & St.
Croix Counties in WI
HO URS: Mon. 5 - 8 pm; Wed. 10 am - 1 pm; Thur. 4 - 7 pm; Fri. 10 am - 1 pm.
VISITS ALLOWED: Shopping list developed for each season (spring, summer, fall, winter)
ID: Photo ID, proof of residence for each adult in household ( such as utility bill dated within 45
days), proof of ID for children
FAMILY PATHWAYS THRIFT STORE, 935 Lake St. S., Forest Lake, MN 55025
651-464-4713 www.familypathways.org
AREA SERVED: Open to the public
HOURS: Mon. - Fri. 9 am - 7 pm; Sat. 9 am - 6 pm; Sun. 10 am - 5 pm
VISITS ALLOWED: No limit
ID: None required
GOODWILL/EASTER SEALS THRIFT STORES, Multiple stores. Check on line at
www.goodwilleasterseals.org to locate a store.
** New and used items at reduced prices.
AREA SERVED: Stores in Washington County
Forest Lake – 197 19th Street SW 651-464-4003
Stillwater/Oak Park Heights area – 5899 Nova Scotia Ave. N., Oak Park Heights
651-439-4207
HOURS: Mon. – Fri. 9 am – 9 pm; Sat. 9 am – 6 pm; Sun. 11 am – 6 pm
VISITS ALLOWED: No restrictions
ID: None required
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SALVATION ARMY SOCIAL SERVICE OFFICES , Call United Way 2-1-1 or
651-291-0211 for nearest location that serves your area or check web site for office
locations at www.thesalarmy.org/loc.ssoffices.htm
AREA SERVED: Various offices serve specific addresses. See above
HOURS: Office hours are 8 am – 12 noon & 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Monday through Friday.
VISITS ALLOWED: Vouchers for clothing and household item available for families in
need. Appointment needed to request vouchers. See above for contact information.
ID: Determined at intake
SALVATION ARMY THRIFT STORES, check web site for thrift store locations www.thesalarmy.com/ or call 651-291-0211
No free clothing program. Sell clothing and household items at greatly reduced cost.
STONE SOUP THRIFT SHOP, 950 3rd Street, Suite 101, St. Paul Park MN 55071
651-458-9786 http://stonesoupthriftshop.org
AREA SERVED: Washington County. Eligibility for free merchandise based on referral by a
community agency. Referral forms must be obtained from Stone Soup staff
HOURS: Mon. - Fri. 9 am - 6 pm; Sat. 9 am -4 pm; Sun. 11 am - 5 pm
VISITS ALLOWED: Dependent on need
ID: Proof of address, referral form for free merchandise
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