Goodwill Industries

I may as well review this Goodwill as I have been there on several occasions. Let me start by stating this opinion: I feel like most Goodwill locations I happen to go into are more or less the same. They have things arranged into categories, larger things in the back, and different colored stickers that let you know what items are receiving an additional discount. This being said, I have always experienced pleasant and helpful staff at this location.
The two reasons I frequent this Goodwill is for dropping thing off at their donation bay on the side of the building, and to browse their record selection. The donation area has always been efficient enough for me. Meaning they have someone there to grab my stuff and they provide me with a tax write-​off form. The record section is super hit or miss. Often I find things I would take home with me, but they are in awful shape. Over the last six months I have been able to score some great things, and everything is $ 3. Not a bad way to kill 30 minutes.

This place, like any Goodwill, is hit or miss. Sure, I’ve found some great stuff here. But c’mon: they grossly overcharge DONATED items they receive and then play a commercial on loop to trick you into believing that you’re saving lives by shopping there.
Oh and hey — Don’t think you’ll ever find that elusive color tag that’s 50% off, they pull the clothes and hide them in the back until the week is over and then bring them back out. Why even have that promotion? Kind of evil when you think about it.

Not a lot of parking, not much in the way of clothing anyone would want, maybe it was an off day? Bonus star cause it’s across the street from the Green Zebra.

some people seem to be put off by the security guard, but you know… they can’t pay the employees if all their stuff gets stolen. Sad that it happens at all really. I found a brand new pair of running shoes and bunches of brand new jeans. I also find cool records, and books for great prices. Keep your eyes peeled and be ready to do some sifting, and I bet you’ll find a good deal. Good luck Unilocalers!

This location used to be good, but with a security guard, and way too many employees staring at your every move, it’s very uncomfortable. And if you pay with actual cash, they will assume it’s counterfeit and test it with their pen. Super uncomfortable place to shop. I won’t be back.

I’ve scored some great deals here, including a like new K’Tan for $ 5, 2 EUC 100% wool, twin size blankets for $ 6, and NIB Ergo baby carrier for $ 20. Also, Target frequently donates clearance items to this location, which are usually sold for about 75% off retail prices. I visit often as their inventory constantly changes. Though, it can be hit or miss with both the inventory and the prices. As other reviewers have mentioned, some items can be overpriced so do your homework on their retail value.

This Goodwill store makes me so mad lately, I will endeavor to never go in again (and certainly never donate anything again).
It is so grossly overpriced. You really can’t call Goodwill stores «thrift» stores anymore. I mean, they get the stuff for free, it should be priced cheaply.
And now they insultingly have a security guard pacing around inside making sure no one steals all the donated items. How offensive. This is what we donate our goods for? I think not!
I won’t get into how the CEO of the Portland Goodwill stores makes just over $ 500,000 a year and how disabled folks get paid less than minimum wage due to a loophole in federal law from the 1930’s…
Goodwill? Bad – won’t!

I feel guilty giving any Goodwill less than 4 stars. It is an admirable organization that assists those who really need it. «We help people earn a living, improve their lives, and strengthen their families and their communities.»
It’s just that some locations do a better job on the merchandising side than others.
This location isn’t in the best part of Portland and it reflects the general feel of the area. It’s a little dirtier, is less organized, the staff is less helpful, and doesn’t have the quality of merchandise I find at other locations.
But the entertainment value is too good to miss. I don’t have children and don’t seek kids’ items in particular but there are plenty to be found. Like this book, «Pregnancy Sucks For Men: What to do when Your Miracle Makes You Both Miserable» (pic 1). Many books on the shelf appeared to be brand new and cost from $ 1.99 — $ 5.99.
If the book’s advice fails, entertain baby in the tub with this wind-​up shark that chomps and growls (pic 2) and «Momma’s Secret Recipe» bubble bath (pic 3, good enough to eat!) while you soothe your nerves from this fuzzy animal-​print flask (pic 4). If you want to turn your little delinquent into a nerd, get him this hip retro metal lunch box rife with electrical safety tips (pic 4) and «Brain Quest: It’s OK to Be Smart!» (pic 5) for $ 3.99. But open the package if you get it, unlike the last parent who owned it.
As much as I loved these items I didn’t give in. I bought a brand new 3D Tic-​Tac-​Toe game. Today was half price on green tags so it cost $ 1.50 here instead of $ 16.95 new on Amazon.
Even though this location isn’t my favorite, I will continue to shop here. Maybe next time I’ll find more unique things as gifts for my young nieces & nephews.

I have scored sweet deals every time I’ve come in here. I got my 2 older kid’s halloween costumes here (skeleton and vampire) for $ 20 total. Now THAT’S a score. I’ve also found exactly what I needed for various costumes and outfits for myself. Don’t miss the piles of great housewares and stuff in the back of the store. Go in with an open mind or for something specific and you’re sure to come out with something cool. Bring your adorable 2 year old and you’ll walk out with all kinds of random stuff (along with getting lots of attention in the store). The other day I got a bunch of display stuff for my arts/​crafts table, a plush dog backpack (the 2 yo would NOT let me put it back) and a mini plastic rocking chair (another 2 yo purchase). I don’t find it that «yucky» in here. And the prices seem right to me. This place will be on my regular thrift store route.

The yuckiest Goodwill I’ve ever been to, I just got the feeling of the creeps.
I won’t be coming back.

I hit this place on my lunchhour a fair amount. It’s hit or miss, really. I leave emptyhanded more often than not. I have found some good things here, though. I got $ 60 for small wall tapestry of the map of Middle-​Earth. Nerds and their money…

Obnoxious shoppers, rude staff and overall poor selection.
But that new to me vintage Burberry trench is now hanging in my closet.
So of course I’ll be back.

Nothing particularly fancy about this Goodwill. It’s the one that’s closest to my house and therefore has received an accumulation of my stuff over the past few years.
I’m always greeted with a smile and a helping hand. Just the other day, I bought a few small items and the cashier overheard my conversation concerning my son’s Casio keyboard.
Turns out this guy is a HUGE fanatic about Casio keyboards and inquired as to the model, etc. Of course, I couldn’t say but he went on about his collection and what the various models do.
I thought it was charming and quite perfect.

Got that beer with Dallas. And he wore the vest. 5 stars!

I’ve definitely been in better-​stocked goodwills. This one is at least clean and the people are friendly. The clothes I bought weren’t overpriced in my opinion.

Yeesh, the prices here are inflated! $ 9 for a pair of torn Levi’s? When it comes down to it, the price tag is about all you’re looking for in a thrift store. Though I’ll second Joe’s comment on their lack of poo-​like odor present at it’s competitors. The staff seemed friendly enough too.
If you can make the trip, «The Bins» Goodwill outlet in Milwaukee is worth the trek.
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I have been a dedicated recycler and consumer of recycled goods through goodwill and other thrift shoppes since I was a small lad and while I continue to shop at goodwill I am losing my patience with their changing policies.
I don’t want brand new socks or gloves from goodwill brand made by foreign children making pennies. I want used socks and gloves; that’s why I came to goodwill not fred meyer.
Also $ 4.99 for a hardback and 2.99 for a paperback. What is this world coming to? I guess inflation even hits scratched Herb Albert records and the 20 copies of Left Behind that have been sitting on the shelf for a year.
On the positive side the workers here are nice and it doesn’t smell like poop like other thrifts around town.