EAST END COMMUNITY THRIFT
5123 Penn Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15224

"THE RESALE SHOP WITH A HEART"
Working hand-in-hand for peace
with the Thomas Merton Center

Thrifty need for the month:

Back-to-school clothes for kids!

The East End Community Thrift (Thrifty) is an all volunteer-run thrift shop which provides quality, low cost used clothing and household goods to the surrounding community.  Since its inception in 1993, Thrifty has worked with area homeless programs to offer their residents vouchers to shop free for items they need for themselves and their families.

Thrifty is a community service site for many organizations, like Renewal.  Senior citizens from The National Urban League (formerly AARP) are an integral part of Thrifty. 

We are always looking for volunteers.  If you can volunteer your time and strength (or have a donation), don't hesitate to contact us at (412) 361-6010 (ask for Shirley or Dolly). After hours and on Saturdays, you can reach Shawna at shawnapgh@aol.com or (412) 657-1970.

We appreciate your donations more than you know, but...

...PLEASE DO NOT LEAVE DONATIONS OUTSIDE THE DOOR IF THRIFTY IS CLOSED!

Thrifty does not accept donations in February or July
so that we can do inventory. (Furniture and men's and children's clothing are still accepted.)

Donation guidelines for Thrifty

Before taking a donation anywhere, think about the reason you are
getting rid of it first :)

The store's inventory depends on the free donations of good people like you. Donations are always welcome and can be accepted during the working hours  -  Tuesdays thru Fridays, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. and Saturdays - 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.  Provided below is a helpful guideline for "one's junk/another's treasure."

Computers
Complete systems preferred, (monitor,keyboard,mouse included)
Printers and programs, with instruction manuals.
Good Will Industries has a store on the South Side that refurbishes out of date computers.

Clothing (including coats and shoes)
Check clothing for rips, stains, and smells.

Baby Items
Keep in mind Safety first when donating cribs, car seats and playpens.  Don't forget to include directions.

Books and Magazines
Check for ripped, warped pages and mildew smells.  Don't forget to remove address labels from your magazines.

Health and Beauty Aids
All over the counter medications should not be past expiration date. Beauty products, such as lipsticks and rouge, are easier to sell when they are new.

Food Items
It is illegal for second hand stores to sell food items.

Furniture

Furniture should be in good condition with all parts, minor flaws are okay.

Items Thrifty CAN'T Use: 
Paint, Hangers, Records, Broken Electronics