Goodwill Industries

I like this Goodwill location because they have a drive-​thru donation line. You pull up around the back of the building and someone will come out and unload your car for you.

This place is awesome!!! I bought 10 books for $ 1, a formal outfit for next to nothing, and a ton of tchotchkies that I know I’ll never use!
The staff has always been super helpful even when I’m looking for something specific that they might not even have. This is a donation center, think shopping for the homeless. Let’s not be too crazy with our standards, guys. This is a place you can go when you need a little retail therapy!

This Goodwill is awesome. It’s large and has a good variety of housewares, clothes, and various knick-​knacks. I always go in with the intent to find something neat and usually walk away with said item. Typically I don’t spend more than $ 5! Just be prepared to fight for parking.
Example: boyfriend and I walked away with some neat drinking glasses and a wine rack for around $ 7 today! I call that a deal!

First off there really was not enough parking. The set up is really small and there really is not a good selection of furniture or other items other than clothes. I was really let down by this store.

It does look like this Goodwill is frequently visited (and as a result has a slim selection of favorite items), but if you visit often, you can get some great deals. I got a vintage exercise bike (shiny and retro for when guests come over) for less than a month’s gym membership. And it you check the books, you can get some good first editions.

The prices here are not «true» thrift store prices. Some of these items sold here I can find brand new on sale elsewhere.
I much prefer to support my local thrift stores that I know are giving back to the community and offer reasonable prices for donated items.
I’m so not impressed.

Big, spacious, need more inventory/​donations. Think the college kids clean them out regularly.
Well sorted clothing in colors, furniture, limited toys, curtains, sheets, or just junk. It is clean as possible for a thrift store, still has that Thrift store smell. Which is not a compliment but goes with the territory.
Staff friendly, prices are generally cheap. Its hit or miss.
Come here first, before buying new. Recycle!

Okay, this Goodwill was slightly ridiculous on its prices. Seriously? $ 6 for all hooded sweaters? You can get a new one at Wal-​Mart down the street.
I’m a big thrift/​bargain/​«treasure”/ whatever you want to call it type of shopper. I’m from Cali and their stuff at their Goodwills are dirt cheap compared to the prices here. Florida salaries aren’t even that high compared to Cali, so what’s up with the high prices on your used clothing?
I’m sure it’s not that hot in Florida, so why charge $ 4 for all light long sleeve sweaters or even $ 6 for your hooded sweaters? They’re only $ 2.95 in Cali where they have more days of it being needed than here. Yea sure, you have no state tax but it would still be cheaper in Cali with their state tax on top of it.

To be clear I have been to many different thrift store in my life and this is one that I will only return to when I want to donate something.
As soon as I walked in I felt dirty. Many of the clothes here were very old and worn. For the price they were charging I could do better else where. The home department was almost empty. There was many different Christmas type items that you could get and your grandmother would probably live to have too!
I understand that they run on donations but every time I have gone I have struck out. So from here on out I will stick to just donating the stuff I no long want and need.
Thank you Goodwill for be there to help clean out my closets!

Goodwill Industries was started back in 1902, as an urban outreach ministry, it grew into a business that relied only on community donations to fill their stores. It is one of the hugest not for profit businesses today, and it uses a whopping 84% of its collections to provide employment, training, a support to millions of workers in the US alone!
Okay, history lesson over. Lets talk about «the will» as i call it.
There are two locations here in gville, and the 34^th street one, in my thrifty opinion, is the only one worth going to. It is large, organized, and basically clean (I will get to the nitty gritty in a bit). I have never ever left here empty handed, It would be against my beliefs to do so. Because, there is just too much awesomeness here to not find something you have to have.
One persons junk is my new outfit/​art project /​set piece/​decoration. Shirts, shoes, tops, bottoms, suits, dresses, luggage, art, books, toys, furniture, purses, plates, baskets, games, baby clothes, sheets, pillows, rugs, electronics, cds, dvds, and so on and so on. When i first started shopping here, I never thought it as some «poor persons» go to, as if you had to be destitute to not be at the mall. I know plenty of people who would rather die then wear second hand and for that reason i usually blow my nose on new outfits at target in the dressing room… ok I dont do that but cmon people stop being so uppity… and come see what youre missing!
Half the fun is the search, for the find of the day, for the designer dress, or vintage treasure. Ive gotten many a halloween costume or theme party outfit here. Some of the clothes arent in the best of shape, and some have the tags still on. its all a matter of dedication, patience and attitude. Its never that crowded, and there are some serious characters that are regulars (the lady that sings to herself, the dude wearing bells).
My only complaint is the dressing rooms, in a place like this you are going to get people who dont comply with the «put what you dont want back on the rack outside» rule, so you have to a) ignore it on the floor or b) put it back yourself. I usually ignore it so i can keep the room, and someone doesnt grab it while Im being a good will citizen. The dressing rooms are also very hot, and sometimes reek of whoever was in there before (Secret, strong enough for a man but made for a woman). BUT this little minor complaint never keeps me away.
ALSO for those who dont know, Goodwill has a website.
and it is the place where stores send the merchandise that is «special» or according to the website «Participating Goodwill’s from across the country offer for auction on the site a wide array of art, antiques and collectibles as well as new and nearly new items pulled from their vast inventories of donated goods. From unique one-​of-​a-​kind items to estate pieces, the depth of resources is enormous.»
how cool is that?

I also used to come to Goodwill constantly around 2009. But for some reason, this place has gone downhill fast. I honestly think it has to do with its heavy traffic. It is located on 34^th street near Kohls/​Backyard Burgers, across from the Kangaroo. It has a lot that is always full to the point where I have just left, unable to fund parking.
I used to go in here and find books, clothes, bags for a few backs. Now dresses are $ 6, shirts are $ 4, and pants are ~$ 5. I can buy that stuff NEW at WalMart! (I know, I’m high class…) Their clothes are always a disappointment. I would consider buying here for scrubs only.
Now, that’s not to say they never have anything good. I’m sure they did at one point. But the traffic is so high, I think there are people who come here daily just to snatch up the few decent items they get.
And so overpriced… really, why would I pay almost retail when I can go to TJ Maxx, and for the same price get it new?
However, this is my no. 1 spot to donate stuff because it’s quick and painless. You drive around back and someone comes and take your stuff off your hands ASAP.

I always find something in here. It’s a huge goodwill and if you search hard enough you will definitely find a treasure or two.
Stay away from the fitting rooms unless you can tolerate the smell of urine.

Stellar. You have to LOVE thrift shopping to enjoy a thrift store, but as thrift stores go, this one’s always got something new– a fun treasure hunt.

Overpriced and well-​picked. Occasionally a few CDs. Head for the other side of town.