You probably heard about the increase in sales among discount chain retailers, but did you know secondhand shopping may top them all? More and more people are making the decision to shop in thrift stores instead of buying brand new. According to Forbes, sales are expected to increase 49% for thrift stores versus 7% for discount chain retailers and double over the next five years!
So, why are people choosing thrift over new? Take a look at everything your Ohio Valley Goodwill offers shoppers and you’ll soon appreciate the value of shopping secondhand.
It all starts with the savings
Even with the lower tags on merchandise, discount retailers still can’t match Goodwill’s dramatic savings. Smart shoppers know they can save up to 80% on any given day and even more with special deals and bonuses at Ohio Valley Goodwill! Plus, most of Ohio Valley Goodwill’s retail stores have regular weekly and monthly sales just like traditional retailers for even lower prices, giving savvy Goodwill shoppers so many different ways to save!
Save on fashion for the whole family
When you shop at Ohio Valley Goodwill, you can find everything you need in one place. Our Goodwill stores stock clothing for the entire family including ““ babies, children, tweens, teens and adults. Although the merchandise varies, you can find like-new and brand-new items on our shelves and racks.
With secondhand stores like Goodwill, you can find designer brands, explore diverse styles and develop a unique wardrobe all your own. Plus, new merchandise arrives daily! It’s safe to say, your money goes much, much farther when you shop at Goodwill.
Save on decorating your home, dorm, or new baby room
On a tight budget but want to get a fresh, new look for your space? Or, maybe you’ve bought your first home and need to start from the ground up. The fact is buying furniture, home goods, and decorative items can cost hundreds of dollars.
However, you can cut your spending dramatically and create a distinctive look for your space with secondhand shopping at Goodwill. Our stores are regularly stocked with gently used furniture and home decor at value prices to make any space feel like home!
Save on books and toys, accessories and gifts”¦and more!
We have it all at Goodwill. And if you don’t find what you need in your local Ohio Valley Goodwill store, you can always shop from home at shopgoodwill.com. Check out the money-saving gallery auctions that add new items every day.
Saving money is important and, as you can see, you can save a lot at Goodwill. Secondhand shopping is also environmentally friendly. But, just as important as these things are is where your money goes when you shop with Goodwill. That’s because proceeds from store sales help support Goodwill’s 100+ year mission of putting people with disabilities and our nation’s veterans to work in our community by providing life-changing job training programs and employment services. Find the Ohio Valley Goodwill retail store nearest you here, and check out our monthly sales calendars to save even more on your Goodwill purchases.