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Second Chance Thrift Donations

Second Chance Thrift welcomes donations of new and gently used clothing, furniture, and household items. Donations are tax-deductible to the full extent allowed by law.

We appreciate your support, but there are some items we cannot accept:

  • Damaged (torn, stained, broken) furniture
  • Kitchen cabinets and bathroom fixtures
  • Hazardous materials such as bottled gas
  • Hospital beds and health care equipment (wheelchairs, walkers, etc.)
  • Large appliances (washers, dryers, stoves, dishwashers, refrigerators, air conditioners, etc.)
  • Consumer electronics (televisions, microwaves, personal computers, printers)
  • Waterbeds
  • Pianos
  • Construction supplies (paint, lumber, etc.)
  • Dirty linens and clothes

Donations are accepted during thrift store hours, Monday through Friday, 9:30 am – 4:30 pm, and Saturday, 8:30 am – 3:30 pm. Call (312) 997-2222 to check for other times to drop off your donation. If you would like to schedule a pick-up, call (312) 997-2222×221.

For other opportunities to support Second Chance Thrift, read about holding a clothing drive or check for volunteer positions in the store. If you have any questions about sponsoring a drive or volunteering in the store, please call (312) 997-2222×243 or email our volunteer department.

You can also check out upcoming sales and the latest news about Second Chance Thrift.