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Second Story A Thrifty Boutique

4.8 (64 reviews)
Open • 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

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Jamie I.

The best thrift store I have ever been to! Great selection of items at crazy low prices. Incredibly clean and stylish setups make it easy to find what you're looking for. Despite not getting paid for their time, all of the volunteers are so kind and helpful. To make this place even better - all of the money helps fight human trafficking. I wish there were more stores like Second Story.

Beautiful chair $18.

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Reviews are largely positive. Shoppers highlight the clean and organized store, wide variety of quality items, low prices and great value, and the charitable mission.

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2 months ago

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4 months ago

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1 year ago

Supports a wonderful cause, the prices are always a bargain, and the staff are super friendly. Just an amazing place!

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Thank you for your great review. We appreciate your business.

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1 year ago

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2 years ago

Happy and helpful people. Easy drop offs/donations. Clear communication on what they can take and items they can't take. Thank you guys!

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3 years ago

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2 years ago

Quality items at recent prices the staff is friendly and the environment clean. I will be going back.

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3 years ago

Fun place to shop. Merchandise changes daily. Very well organized. My donations and purchases go to a great cause.

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5 years ago

It's a great store with great prices and wonderful volunteers. And most of all it fights child trafficking.

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Ask the Community - Second Story A Thrifty Boutique

Are you accepting donations of gently used miscellaneous household decorations (non-holiday)?

Yes, we are. Any time the store is open for business, feel free to drop things off. Thank you for thinking of us.

What cause do they support?

Our store is a totally run volunteer store that supports the fight against child sex trafficking.

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“Come to find out this business is run solely by volunteers and all profits go towards the fight against child trafficking.”

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