TWIN CITIES CLOTHING & HOUSEHOLD RESOURCES/THRIFT STORES (5/2012)

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1 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 th Ave. N., Anoka, MN 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; 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 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 ** Anoka County Community Action Program (ACCAP) has a mattress/bed program for those who are in need. Must contact ACCAP to apply. Call BIRTHRIGHT OF COON RAPIDS, 2393 Coon Rapids Blvd. N.W., #101, Coon Rapids, MN 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 to locate a store. ** New and used items at reduced prices. AREA SERVED: Stores in Anoka County Blaine Ulysses Lane NE, Coon Rapids 3071 Coon Rapids Blvd., HOURS: Mon. Fri. 9 am 9 pm; Sat. 9 am 6 pm; Sun. 11 am 6 pm VISITS ALLOWED: No restrictions 1

2 NORTH ANOKA COUNTY EMERGENCY FOOD SHELF (NACE), Highway 65 NE, East Bethel, MN ** 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 or call United Way or 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 - or call United Way or for the nearest location No free clothing program. Sell clothing and household items at greatly reduced cost. SOUTHERN ANOKA COMMUNITY ASSISTANCE (SACA) th Ave. NE, Columbia Heights, MN **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, th Ave. NE, Columbia Heights, ** 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 s for special holiday or event discounts. Some days have additional discounts (Tuesday for Seniors, Fridays if you have a Unique VIP card) 2

3 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 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 BLESSED BEE THRIFT STORE, 2450 Chaska Blvd., Chaska, MN AREA SERVED: No restrictions HOURS: Tues., Wed., Fri. 10 am 5 pm; Thurs pm, Sat. 9 am 12 noon.. VISITS ALLOWED: No restriction ID: Not required SALVATION ARMY SOCIAL SERVICE OFFICES (check web site for office locations) or call United Way or 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 or for the nearest location No free clothing program. Sell clothing and household items at greatly reduced cost. 3

4 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 to locate a store. ** New and used items at reduced prices. AREA SERVED: Stores in Dakota County Apple Valley rd Street, Eagan Northwood Parkway, Hastings 1355 South Frontage Road, Lakeville Kenrick Ave., West St. Paul 1361 South Robert Street, Woodbury Hudson Road, HOURS: Mon. Fri. 9 am 9 pm; Sat. 9 am 6 pm; Sun. 11 am 6 pm VISITS ALLOWED: No restrictions HASTINGS FAMILY SERVICE, 301 2nd Street E., Hastings, MN 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 RD Street W. Lakeville, MN (Mon through Thurs) 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 ** Also had small kitchen appliances and baby items 4

5 NEIGHBORS, INC., 222 Grand Ave., South St. Paul, MN 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, 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 Fairview Drive, Burnsville, MN 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 or call United Way or 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 or for the nearest location No free clothing program. Sell clothing and household items at greatly reduced cost. 5

6 UNIQUE THRIFT STORE, Burnhaven Drive, Burnsville, ** 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 s for special holiday or event discounts. Some days have additional discounts (Tuesday for Seniors, Fridays if you have a Unique VIP card) 6

7 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 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 K- Mart. 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 South 8 TH St. Minneapolis, MN 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 (Medical Arts Building) 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 AREA SERVED: Anyone may come HOURS: Saturdays from 9 a.m. 12 noon. No appointment necessary VISITS ALLOWED: No limit No furniture or baby equipment 7

8 CENTRAL LUTHERAN CHURCH, 333 South 12 TH St. Minneapolis, MN 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, th Ave. S., Minneapolis, MN 55404, AREA SERVED: No restrictions HOURS: Free store on 1 st 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 Park Ave. S. (basement of Park Ave. Methodist Church) Minneapolis, MN 55407, 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, AREA SERVED: Hennepin County HOURS: Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri 10 am - 6 pm; Sat 10 am - 5 pm VISITS ALLOWED: No limit **Also has housewares, linens and books 8

9 ELIM CHURCH, THE UNLIMITED, TH AVE. N.E. Minneapolis, MN AREA SERVED: Northeast Minneapolis and surrounding communities; women only. HOURS: 1 st 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: 1 st & 3 rd 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, TH Ave. S. Minneapolis, MN 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 MARIE SANVIK CENTER, 1112 East Franklin Ave., Minneapolis, MN , 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. 9

10 MOUNT OLIVE LUTHERAN CHURCH Chicago Ave., Minneapolis, MN **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, AREA SERVED: No restrictions HOURS: 1 st, 2 nd & 3 rd Sat. of each month 9 am - 12 noon; 1st Mon 6-8 pm, or by appointment. Call for appointment. VISITS ALLOWED: No restrictions NORTHSIDE LIFE CARE CENTER, 4367 Thomas Ave. N., Minneapolis, MN **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 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 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. 10

11 SABATHANI COMMUNITY CENTER CLARISSA S CLOSET, 310 East 38 TH ST. Minneapolis, MN 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 or for nearest location that serves your area or check web site for office locations at 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 No free clothing program. Sell clothing and household items at greatly reduced cost. SHARING AND CARING HANDS; 415 North 7th St., Minneapolis, MN 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 :30 am or 1:30 3 pm. SHILOH TEMPLE INTERNATIONAL MINISTRIES, 1201 W. Broadway Ave. N., Minneapolis 55411, 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 AREA SERVED: South Minneapolis HOURS: Wed, & Thur, 11 am - 2 pm. VISITS ALLOWED: Not restricted, but 1 large bag of clothing/visit ** Also have some household items 11

12 ST. OLAF CATHOLIC CHURCH FREE STORE, 215 South 8th St., Minneapolis, MN x 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 12. ST. VINCENT de PAUL TWIN CITIES THRIFT STORE, th Ave. S., Minneapolis, MN 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 ** 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 s for special holiday or event discounts. Some days have additional discounts (Tuesday for Seniors, Fridays if you have a Unique VIP card) 12

13 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. BROOKLYN CENTER, 6330 Brooklyn Blvd NEW HOPE, 2751 Winnetka Ave. N RICHFIELD, 6528 Penn Ave. S 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 AREA SERVED: No restriction HOURS: Mon. Fri. 10 am 8 pm; Sat. 10 am 5 pm; Sun pm. VISITS ALLOWED: No restrictions BIBLES FOR MISSIONS THRIFT STORE, th Ave. N., Crystal, MN AREA SERVED: No restriction HOURS: Weekdays 10 am 5 pm; Thursday until 8 pm; Saturday 10 am 3 pm VISITS ALLOWED: No restrictions BLOOMINGTON COVENANT CHURCH CLOSET OF HOPE, Xerxes Ave. S., Bloomington, MN AREA SERVED: Bloomington residents HOURS: Last Saturday of each month 9-10:30 am. VISITS ALLOWED: 10 items clothing/person coming in. ** Clothing for all ages, footwear, coats, bedding and towels. 13

14 CHRISTIANS REACHING OUT IN SOCIAL SERVICE (CROSS), Weinand Circle, Rogers, MN 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), TH Ave. N, Brooklyn Park, MN 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 to locate a store. ** New and used items at reduced prices. AREA SERVED: Stores in Hennepin County Bloomington 7845 Lyndale Ave. S., Champlin Business Park Blvd., Hopkins 1025 Hill Street, Maple Grove 9530 Dunkirk Lane N., Minnetonka Wayzata Blvd., Rogers Rogers Drive, HOURS: Mon. Fri. 9 am 9 pm; Sat. 9 am 6 pm; Sun. 11 am 6 pm VISITS ALLOWED: Not restricted HOPE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH VINES & BRANCHES, 7132 Portland Ave. S, Richfield, MN 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. 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. 14

15 HOPE PROGRAM - METRO WOMENS CENTER, INC., 6418 Bass Lake Road, Crystal, MN 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 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 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 PENNYWISE SHOP, 1443 Commerce Blvd., Mound, MN 55364, ext 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 PRISM - PEOPLE RESPONDING IN SOCIAL MINISTRY, 730 Florida Ave. S., Golden Valley, MN 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 ** Cost for clothing and household items is minimal. 15

16 PROP SHOP, Martin Dr., Eden Prairie, MN 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 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, 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 or for nearest location that serves your area or check web site for office locations at 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 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 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 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 16

17 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 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 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 AREA SERVED: Metro area; women only HOURS: Tuesday & Wednesday 12 noon 2:30 p.m.; 2 nd 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 AREA SERVED: Free used clothing available to anyone in need. HOURS: 9 11:45 am on the 1 st and 3 rd Sat. of the month VISITS ALLOWED: No restrictions, but number of items per visit may be limited GOD S CLOSET, 820 White Bear Ave., St. Paul, MN AREA SERVED: East St. Paul - Zip codes 55101, 55106, 55117, 55119, HOURS: Mon., Wed., Fri. 10 am - 3 pm; 1 st. 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. 17

18 GOODWILL/EASTER SEALS THRIFT STORES, Multiple stores. Check on line at to locate a store. ** New and used items at reduced prices. AREA SERVED: Stores in Ramsey County Maplewood 2580 White Bear Ave., Roseville 1627 W. County Road B, St. Paul 553 Fairview Ave. N., St. Paul (Outlet Store) 2505 University Ave. W., HOURS: Mon. Fri. 9 am 9 pm; Sat. 9 am 6 pm; Sun. 11 am 6 pm VISITS ALLOWED: Not restricted JOSEPHS COAT, 1107 W. 7 th Street, St. Paul, MN **Seasonal Clothing and Household Items AREA SERVED: No restrictions/no charge HOURS: Monday & Wednesday 9 a.m pm; 1-4:30 pm. Closed 1 st 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 or for nearest location that serves your area or check web site for office locations at 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 No free clothing program. Sell clothing and household items at greatly reduced cost. ST. VINCENT de PAUL TWIN CITIES THRIFT STORE, th Street W., St. Paul, MN 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 ** Twice a month operates a free store. Call for information 18

19 SWAP SHOP, St. Thomas More Catholic Church, 1065 Summit Ave., St. Paul, MN 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. 19

20 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 to locate a store. ** New and used items at reduced prices. AREA SERVED: Stores in Scott County Shakopee 1210 Shakopee Town Square 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, Koeper Ave., New Prague, MN 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 or for nearest location that serves your area or check web site for office locations at 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 - or call No free clothing program. Sell clothing and household items at greatly reduced cost. 20

21 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, th Street SW, Forest Lake, MN MN AREA SERVED: No restrictions HO URS: Mon. - Fri. 10 am - 4 pm; Sat. 10 am - 2 pm VISITS ALLOWED: No restrictions ** Also food shelf - call DAWNS CLOSET, 1911 Curve Crest Blvd. W., Stillwater, MN 55082, ext 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 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 GOODWILL/EASTER SEALS THRIFT STORES, Multiple stores. Check on line at to locate a store. ** New and used items at reduced prices. AREA SERVED: Stores in Washington County Forest Lake th Street SW Stillwater/Oak Park Heights area 5899 Nova Scotia Ave. N., Oak Park Heights HOURS: Mon. Fri. 9 am 9 pm; Sat. 9 am 6 pm; Sun. 11 am 6 pm VISITS ALLOWED: No restrictions 21

22 SALVATION ARMY SOCIAL SERVICE OFFICES, Call United Way or for nearest location that serves your area or check web site for office locations at 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 No free clothing program. Sell clothing and household items at greatly reduced cost. STONE SOUP THRIFT SHOP, rd Street, Suite 101, St. Paul Park MN 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 22