Holiday shopping has officially begun! While stores are packed with holiday shoppers and deals, it is also important to think about giving back to the community when you can. Whether you’re short on space or want to do a simple act of kindness, find a thrift store to donate near me and start the holiday season off right!

What to donate

With the cold weather and the holidays in mind, thrift stores have a need for anything and everything! It’s no secret that winters in the Midwest are cold and snowy, if you have any extra winter coats, gloves, hats or scarves, those are always great to donate. Donating these makes them accessible for families who wouldn’t have been able to afford to stay warm this winter season. 

Why to donate

Holiday sales are almost nonstop from November to December! This means a lot of people are buying new rather than secondhand. When you donate items, you are increasing their lifespan beyond what it would be if you were just throwing them away. When you donate, you aren’t only helping the environment by decreasing the amount of clogged landfills but you are also helping the less fortunate find more affordable items that they need for day-to-day life.

Support local nonprofits

Thrift World is proud to be partnered with many community partners throughout Omaha, Iowa and Kansas City. We partner with these charities and non-profit organizations and collect donations through on-site donation pickups or free at-home pick-ups. Our community partners also host donation drives and other events that raise funds that help continue to support their programs.

In Omaha and Iowa we partner with:

Paralyzed Veterans of America Great Plains Chapter

Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Midlands

United Way of Carroll

In the Kansas City Metro we partner with:

Community Services League of Kansas City

Variety KC the Children’s Charity

Donate near me

Give back this season and find where to donate near me! Thrift World offers on-site donation bins or free at-home pickup. Shop our Thrift World locations around the Omaha Metro, Council Bluffs, Carroll and Kansas City! Can’t make it to a thrift store near you? Thrift online by browsing our inventory today.