Catholic Charities

Great staff the prices are good found some amazing soccer jerseys at a very low price probably rare jerseys

I just stumbled across this great little thrift shop located in the Albertsons Shopping Center an decided to take a looksee.
I am always looking for ways to complete my crafts, DIY projects so thrift shopping makes it a lot more convenient and easier on the checkbook. For one if I mess up there is not much of a loss (just my hurt ego).
I find it surprising on how some of the more well-​known second hand stores, price their donations. There are many times I leave feeling ripped off rather than a smart shopper. Some of the other competitors will give you discount coupons for your donations which helps but otherwise pretty pricey at times. And I get that it’s a business, but lucky form me I have found a great alternative in Catholic Charities.
They have specials all the time like half off on a specific colored tag or on some occasions $ 1 shoes if the original pricing is under $ 5. They have a display case full on nick-​knacks, racks of clothing, shoes, kitchen wear, furniture, electronics and so much more. I have found some great almost new items to furniture pieces to refurbish or repurpose.
Best of all it is priced right with no sales tax. Sure like any thrift shop, you are not always going to get lucky with great finds, but when you do, at least here you can find the pricing to be fair.
This place is going to be one of my first choice thirft stores when shoping and donating because I believe they have right concept.

Unilocal 365 CHALLENGE 2014−(318÷365) «Thrifty Treasures»
When it comes to poppin’ tags, Savers and Goodwill are usually the first things that come to mind. Another place is Catholic Charities.
This location is pretty small and pretty organized. Aide from clothes, they got tons of random stuff for your home, sporting goods, toys, furniture, and more… pretty neat place to look for costume accessories too if there’s an upcoming Unilocal event that we can dress up for!
The people here are very nice and friendly, and always ready to answer any questions you may have. They also give you a heads up on any specials they are running. On this visit, they had 50% off all clothes in the store. You may just find what you need for your ugly sweater party here…;) ALOHA!!!
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I can see by the reviews people who love this store are only giving it 3 stars. This is shocking to me. If you love a store one would think you would give it a five star.
I am giving it a three star, not because I don’t like the store, but because I only went there one time. I got a bender for my granddaughter, and to my surprise it was broken. It didn’t run. I have never been to a thrift shop that didn’t test the things before they try to sell something. You cannot return. To bad for me and to bad for them. They lost a great customer the first day. Don’t let my problem keep you from visiting this store, just be careful… Have a happy day.

I stopped by here after going into Zombie Zone and I was a little surprised to find that the store is pretty run down despite the busy shopping center it is in. They don’t really seem to have the selection that Goodwill has, but who’s to say you might not find a treasure hidden somewhere? The employees were very friendly so I cannot comment on any employees arguing. I managed to find one brand new burlap sack tote bag but the rest of the items were pretty grim. However, I figured this is for charity so I felt pretty good about my $ 5 purchase.

Great little thrift store! Clean and organized with friendly staff. Someone has clearly put in time and effort arranging stock items to make them more appealing: creating gift baskets, bundling wine books with glasses and decorative stoppers, setting up tasteful window displays, etc.
Stopped in looking for furniture and décor items, got a vase and a basket to place shoes in by the front door, both for under $ 10– which was great pricing but unfortunately, card purchases under $ 10 are charged a. $ 1 transaction fee. Didn’t mind because it is run through a charity organization, but it is worth noting.
Cashier was friendly and let me know that each day of the week they offer various 25% discounts– one day is military, another is teachers and students, etc. Unfortunately the discount schedule changes weekly, so you can’t just stop in on your day of the week. Not sure what the logic behind that is.

Hmm where do I start? First of all, I told myself I’d never shop here again after the only two times I’d gone, the employees were ARGUING WITH EACH OTHER, at checkout, while customers were in line! That’s right, 2 separate occasions, two different days and different employees each time. Really? I recently went back with my mother and she asked the cashiers (who were just standing behind the register talking to each other) where the women’s jeans were and the male cashier rolls his eyes and goes «over there ma’am… By the pillows…» Then when my mom walked away he let out the hugest huff I’d ever heard, like he was SUPER inconvenienced to pause his conversation to speak to us and let us know where they had moved the jeans. I was PISSED but so surprised that all I could do was give him a death stare.
Problem is I ALWAYS leave with something I never thought I needed and their prices are L-​O-​W, low. I have an 8mo old and infant clothes are only .25 a piece! Goodwill’s baby clothes are a minimum of $ 1 and they charge about $ 3 for a plain white onsie… I can go to Ross and buy new for that. They have different sales everyday, half off certain tag colors or furniture for example but just get ready for the cashiers to call a manager to MAKE SURE that even though the sale of the day is «50% off ALL clothing» that this shirt is in fact 50% off… Shaking my head.
OVERALL, come here for a great DEAL but get ready to DEAL with attitude and lots of confusion at checkout.

I go into this store several times a week and I enjoy the staff as they always make me laugh and put a smile on my face! I’ve found several deals at great prices and although some of the prices seem to be higher than I would like I always keep in mind that my money is going to a great cause and it helps those that are less fortunate.

Staff is nice, store is a little run down. They have some shopping carts, but they’re so bent and grubby I wondered if the homeless had been using them prior to Catholic Charities getting them. Prices were OK — $ 7.00 for a poly-​print women’s dress (just a suggestion, they might want to take the $ 5.00 Walmart price tag off before pricing the dress higher). My husband picked up a number of hawaiian print shirts which were cool. Oddly enough, we were trying to find a used Bible and were surprised they didn’t have any (or any books for that matter) at a Catholic thrift store. Overall, this place is just OK — I don’t think I’d make a special trip or anything to come here.

I frequent this store, and usually love it!
Ive been here about 10 times and have always found cool things at great prices! For the most part the staff is very nice and helpful.
On this trip I went after my son and I ate at China One, I went looking for vintage necklaces to no avail. I did find some cheap phone chargers which were awesome! My son seen a dvd player and I decided to buy it. I askes the worker if we could test it out with a dvd and he stated they werent allowed… But assured me it worked bc they test them before they leave the warehouse. Ok, ill buy it I said. We went to check out and I asked the cashier what if it doesnt work? She stated (after swipping my card) that there is an all sales final rule. Ok, I get it its a thrift store, but if im dropping 15 $ on a defevtive dvd player itd be nice to bring it back and exchange it. She stated if it didnt work to call and speak to a manager. We get home and I plug it in and try to play a dvd and SURE ENOUGH IT DOESNT WORK!!! So my son starts crying and I call them, this was around 530pm. The same cashier answers and says she remembers us, she says the mgr stepped out and took my number, alas I never got a ohone call. I call this morning and spoke to the manager and right off the bat she was rude. She stated all sales were final and I interjected and explained what happened. She did not care one bit. I went on to say it wasnt right that I paid for a defective dvd player bc her worker wasnt allowed to test it. Of course her rebuttal was «idk who you spoke to but we test everything when asked» well I asked 2 workers and both didnt! She then states I should go buy a dvd cleaner, those dvd ones… Really lady? I just spent 15 $ on that and now you want me to go buy a dvd to clean it IN ADDITION TO A REMOTE AND THE CORDS??? Ok, I understand that 15 $ may not be a lot to people but im a single mom living off unemployment, I figured coming here would help both of us, this is what happens! She tells me in a very irritated voice «well just bring it back and ill buy it off you»
Listen, I dont want my money back, I just want a working dvd player! I shoulda just paid the 30 $ to buy a brand new dvd player WITH CORDS AND REMOTE. I LOVE thrift stores but I do not love getting taken advantage of! I could see if I called back months later but I called back within an hour of purchase!
I do like this store but wishes they wouldnt be such sticklers about these types of situations! Everyrhing is DONATED and they cant even be compassionate when they wronged me by not testing it in the first place!