Twin Cities Area Clothing & Household Resources/Thrift Stores
Organized By County
As of November6, 2015
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.
AREA SERVED:Anoka County residents (Anoka, Coon Rapids, Ramsey, Nowthen, Oak Grove, 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.; Fri. 9 – 11 am.
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 STORE, 9201 South Highway Drive, Lexington, MN 55014 763-754-0935
AREA SERVED:Anyone welcome
HOURS: Mon. –Fri 10 am -7 pm; Sat/ 9 am – 5 pm.Closed Sunday. 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 some furniture for those who are in need. . Call 763-754-0935 for more information..
BIRTHRIGHT OF COON RAPIDS, 11464 Robinson Drive NW, Coon Rapids, MN 55433. 763-757-0715.
**Maternity and baby clothes
AREA SERVED: Anoka County
HOURS: Tues. & Thurs. 11 am – 1 pm; Mon. 6 – 8 pm; Thurs. 7 – 9 pm. Hours subject to change. Call ahead for current information.
VISITS ALLOWED: Three times/year for diapers; layettes in 8th month to mothers in need.
ID: Valid photo ID for maternity clothes; birth certificate for layette and diapers (or bring baby)
GOODWILL/EASTER SEALS THRIFT STORES, Multiple stores. To locate a store check on line at
** 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.NW, 763-712-3468
Fridley – 5660 Main Street NE, 763-571-2153
HOURS: Mon. – Fri. 9 am – 9 pm; Sat. 9 am – 6 pm; Sun. 11 am – 6 pm
VISITS ALLOWED: No restrictions
ID: None required
NORTH ANOKA COUNTY EMERGENCY FOOD SHELF (NACE), 18511 Highway 65 NE, Suite 200, East Bethel, MN 55011. 763-434-7685.
** Clothing Closet is open during food distribution hours.
AREA SERVED: All residents in School District 15 plus Ham Lake, Linwood, Stacy & Wyoming addresses in Anoka County.
HOURS: Mon. 9 am - 12 noon; Tues. 5 - 8 pm.; Wed. 1-4;30 pm; Thurs 8-11 am.
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 ) 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 pmMonday 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 - 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. 763-789-2444.
**Clothing available during food shelf hours
AREA SERVED: Columbia Heights, Fridley, Spring Lake Park, Hilltop.
HOURS:Mon. Tues., & Thurs. 8 am – 4 pm; Wed. 10:30 am – 6 pm. Must call for appointment during the hours the food shelf is open.
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, 763-788-5250
** 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 (Wednesday for Seniors; Mondays and Thursdays, for all shoppers and VIP card members.)
Twin Cities Area Clothing & Household Resources/Thrift Stores
Organized By County
As of November 2015
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.
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 952-448-7794
AREA SERVED: No restrictions
HOURS:Tues., Wed., Fri. 10 am – 5 pm; Thurs. 12 – 6 pm, Sat. 9 am – 12 noon..
VISITS ALLOWED: No restriction
ID: Not required
GOODWILL/EASTER SEALS THRIFT STORES, Multiple stores. To locate a store. check on line at
** New and used items at reduced prices.
AREA SERVED: Stores in Carver County
Chanhassen – 80 West 78th Street, 952-934-1354
HOURS: Mon. – Fri. 9 am – 9 pm; Sat. 9 am – 6 pm; Sun. 11 am – 6 pm
VISITS ALLOWED: No restrictions
ID: None required
SALVATION ARMY SOCIAL SERVICE OFFICES (check web site for office locations) ) 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 - 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.
Twin Cities Area Clothing & Household Resources/Thrift Stores
Organized By County
As of November 2015
Thrift stores offer clothing and household items at reduced prices. Most items are donated.
DAKOTA COUNTY
ANIMAL ARK THRIFT STORE, 809 East 7th Street, St. Paul, MN 55106
651-772-8983 ext. 303
AREA SERVED: General Public
HOURS: Monday – Saturday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
VISITS ALLOWED: NA
ID: Not required
** Supports Animal Ark Animal Shelter in Hastings.
GOODWILL/EASTER SEALS THRIFT STORES, Multiple stores. To locate a store check on line at .
** 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 (ask for Rivertown Treasures).
** 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.–Fri. 8:30am - 5 pm; 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)
AREA SERVED: No restrictions.
HOURS: Every Tuesday at 5 pm there is a free dinner. After the dinner (5:45 – 6:30 pm), people canshop in the community clothes closet or for household goods. To get a ticket to shop, they must attend the dinner. Or people can attenda 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 have small kitchen appliances and baby items
NEIGHBORS, INC., 222 Grand Ave. West, South St. Paul, MN 55075. 651-455-0447.
AREA SERVED: Clothes closet thrift store open to the public.
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 and appointment.
ID: Photo ID, utility bill within last month for current address for people applying for a voucher.
PRINCE OF PEACE LUTHERAN CHURCH MISSION OUTPOST. 13901 Fairview Drive, Burnsville, MN 55337. 952-898-9311 .
AREA SERVED: South of the river – Burnsville, Eagan, Apple Valley, Lakeville,
Farmington, Rosemount, Savage.
HOURS: Monday 1 – 3 pm, 5-7 pm; Tuesday 2 pm; Thursday 10:30 am - 12:30 pm. 2nd & 4thSunday 3-4 pm. (no appointment necessary); Wed. by appointment 5-7 pm
VISITS ALLOWED: Up to 20 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 assists with furniture, cribs, car seats, etc.
SALVATION ARMY SOCIAL SERVICE OFFICES, Check web site for office locations ) 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 - 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.
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 – 8 pm; Sun. 10 am – 7 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 (Wednesdays for Seniors; Mondays and Thursdays for all shoppers/VIP card members.)
Twin Cities Area Clothing & Household Resources/Thrift Stores
Organized By County
As of November 2015
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
AREA SERVED: People living in the Basilica or Ascension Parish boundaries (zip codes 55401, 55402, 55403, 55405, 55411)
HOURS/VISITS ALLOWED: 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 K-Mart.
ID: 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. Medical card, Social Security card, birth certificate or school ID needed for each child. Minneapolis shelter or transitional housing residents need a letter from shelter. (Shelter must be in Minneapolis, but does not need to meet the zip code requirement.)
BETHESDA MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH. 1118 South 8TH St. Minneapolis, MN 55404612-332-5904 (Office hours Wed & Fri 10 – 2)
AREA SERVED: Hennepin County adults and children in need
HOURS: Mondays 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
VISITS ALLOWED: No limit for clothing.
ID: None needed.
Coats in winter
BIRTHRIGHT OF MINNEAPOLIS. 825 Nicollet Ave., Suite 702, Minneapolis, MN 55402 (Medical Arts Building). 612-338-2353
Maternity and baby clothes
AREA SERVED: No restrictions.
HOURS: Mon. – Fri 10 am – 2 pm. Hours subject to change. Call 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)
CENTRAL LUTHERAN CHURCH, FREE STORE, 333 South 12TH St. Minneapolis, MN 55404612-870-4416
** A collaboration between Central Lutheran Church & St. Stephens Human Services.
AREA SERVED: Mainly serve downtown Mpls. area, but will serve the 7 county Metro area
HOURS: Mon. 10 a.m.-2: pm; Tues. 10 am – 12 noon; Wed. 10 a.m. – 12pm; Thurs. 11am – 2 pm.
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.
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. Meals are served onsite Monday through Thursday evenings coordinated by Loaves and Fishes.
CORNERSTONE MINISTRY. 3400 Park Ave. S. (basement of Park Ave. Methodist Church) Minneapolis, MN 55407, 612-825-6863. http://parkavechurchmpls.com
AREA SERVED: No restrictions
HOURS: Tues. 3:30 – 5 pm; Wed 4:30 p.m. – 6 p.m. After church service on the 1st Sunday of every month.
VISITS ALLOWED:No limit. Operates like a thrift store – small charge for clothing.
ID: None but there is a procedure for families or individuals who are unable to pay.
ELIM CHURCH, THE UNLIMITED, 685 13TH Ave. N.E. Minneapolis, MN 55413
612-789-3591
AREA SERVED: Northeast Minneapolis and surrounding communities; women only.
HOURS: 1st Thursday of the month from 9 a.m. – noon. Open select hours in summer – call to check.
VISITS ALLOWED: Once a month; 6 items per visit.
ID: Picture ID of some sort. Must register the first time they come
ALSO HAVE: KIDZ KLOZET
AREA SERVED: Same
HOURS: 1st Thursday of the month; 9 a.m. – noon or by appointment. Summer open select hours. Call to find out.
ID: Same
VISITS ALLOWED: Once a month.
**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.
Free clothing and miscellaneous household items. Referral required for free items.
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: None required. **Dress for Success for clothing for going back to work or clothing for school- by appointment only 612-825-6469.
GOODWILL/EASTER SEALS THRIFT STORES, Multiple stores. To locate a store check on line at .
** New and used items at reduced prices.
AREA SERVED: Stores in Minneapolis
6023 Nicollet Ave. 612-866-0116
HOURS: Mon. – Fri. 9 am – 9 pm; Sat. 9 am – 6 pm; Sun. 11 am – 6 pm
VISITS ALLOWED: No restrictions
ID: None required
HARRIET’S CLOSET – HARRIET TUBMAN CENTER WEST, 3111 First Ave. S., Minneapolis, 55408. 612-825-3333.
AREA SERVED: Adult women’s clothing.
HOURS : Monday – Thursday 10 am – 2 pm.
VISITS ALLOWED: Once/month. May pick up to 3 outfits.
ID: None required
MOUNT OLIVE LUTHERAN CHURCH (Diaper Depot). 3045 Chicago Ave. S., Minneapolis, MN 55407 612-827-5919
**Diapers sold at low cost
AREA SERVED: Minneapolis residents
HOURS: Tues 4:30 - 6:30 pm; Thurs 1:30 - 3:30 pm.
VISITS ALLOWED: May purchase 1 package of diapers per child in family each month
ID: Must register at 1st visit. 1 form of ID for each child (medical card, Social Security care, or birth certificate).
NORTH UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 4350 Fremont Ave. N., Minneapolis 55412, 612-522-4497.
AREA SERVED: No restrictions
HOURS: 1st 2nd Sat. of each month 9 am - 12 noon; 1st Mon 6-8 pm. Or by appointment. Call 612-386-2104 for appointment. On the first Monday at 6:15 pm there is a Mobile Loaves & Fishes truck that brings a hot meal.
VISITS ALLOWED: No restrictions
ID: None required
NORTHSIDE LIFE CARE CENTER, 4367 Thomas Ave. N., Minneapolis, MN 55412
612-522-6589.
**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, CAMDEN NEIGHBORHOOD CENTER, 1210 37th Ave. N., Minneapolis, 55412. 612-872-1509.
AREA SERVED: New and gently used clothing available for adults seeking employment.
HOURS: Tues. – Fri. 9 am – 4 pm.
VISITS ALLOWED: Unlimited, but 1 bag of clothing/person per visit.
ID: None needed
READY FOR SUCCESS,815 E. Franklin Ave., , Minneapolis, MN 55404.
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: Call above number for information.
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.
SABATHANI COMMUNITY CENTER CLARISSA’S CLOSET, 310 East 38TH ST.
Minneapolis, MN 55407 612-821-2396
Clothing and household items
AREA SERVED: Anyone
HOURS: Monday – Thursday 9 – 11:30 am, 1-3:30pm
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 locationsat
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 - or call 651-291-0211
No free clothing program. Sell clothing and household items at greatly reduced cost.
SHARING AND CARING HANDS; 525 North 7th St., Minneapolis, MN 55405. 612-338-4640.
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. – Thurs.. 10 – 11:30 am or 1:30 – 3 pm.
STEEPLE PEOPLE THRIFT STORE; 2004 Lyndale Ave. S., Minneapolis, MN 55403. 612-871-8305.
AREA SERVED: 7 County Metro area
HOURS: Monday – Friday 10:30 am – 5:30 pm; Tuesdays until 6:30 pm; Saturday 10 am – 5 pm.