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America's Thrift Stores
Est. 1984Birmingham, AL
Donating to America's Thrift Stores
America's Thrift Stores is a for-profit thrift retailer based in Birmingham, Alabama that partners with nonprofit organizations across the Southeast. They pay nonprofits based on the weight of donated goods received, providing a steady funding stream regardless of what individual items sell for in the store.
America's Thrift operates stores in Alabama, Georgia, Tennessee, Louisiana, Mississippi, and other southern states. They accept a broad range of items including clothing, shoes, furniture, electronics, and books. Donation areas are typically located at the side or back of each store.
The company's nonprofit partners rotate by location and may include local charities, veterans' organizations, or community service groups. When you donate, the receipt will note which nonprofit partner benefits from your contribution. This model keeps donation revenue local and supports organizations that serve your community.
America's Thrift Stores Locations by State
1,145 donation centers across 9 states
Alabama
521 locations- Daleville · 354 AL-134, Daleville, AL 36322, USA
- Tuscaloosa · 12389 Lary Lake Rd, Northport, AL 35475, USA
- Seale · 4766 Old Seale Hwy, Seale, AL 36875, USA
- Slocomb · 220 W Malvern Hwy, Slocomb, AL 36375, USA
- Summerdale · 1002 AL-59, Summerdale, AL 36580, USA
Georgia
245 locations- Cuthbert · 657 College St, Cuthbert, GA 39840, USA
- Cairo, Georgia · 4050 US-84, Cairo, GA 39828, USA
- Cave Spring · 2452 Gadsden Rd SW, Cave Spring, GA 30124, USA
- Cedartown · 502 Adamson Rd, Cedartown, GA 30125, USA
- Cedartown · 603 Adamson Rd, Cedartown, GA 30125, USA
Louisiana
203 locations- Amite City · 42360 LA-16, Amite City, LA 70422, USA
- Livingston · 13878 Florida Blvd, Livingston, LA 70754, USA
- Shreveport · 1900 N Market St, Shreveport, LA 71107, USA
- Natchitoches · 5934 LA-1, Natchitoches, LA 71457, USA
- Baton Rouge · 14241 Coursey Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70817, USA
Tennessee
114 locations- Smyrna · 1219 Hazelwood Dr, Smyrna, TN 37167, USA
- Greenback · 6651 US-411, Greenback, TN 37742, USA
- Maryville · 1402 Oleary Ln, Maryville, TN 37803, USA
- Chattanooga · 248 Northgate Mall Dr, Chattanooga, TN 37415, USA
- Knoxville · 5515 Strawberry Plains Pike, Knoxville, TN 37914, USA
Mississippi
55 locations- Gautier · 2971 Old Spanish Trail, Gautier, MS 39553, USA
- Mississippi · Old Hwy 72, Mississippi, USA
- Okolona · 499 N Church St, Okolona, MS 38860, USA
- Gulfport · 4408 W Railroad St, Gulfport, MS 39501, USA
- Okolona · 416 N Church St, Okolona, MS 38860, USA
Michigan
4 locations- Detroit · 34800 Warren Rd, Detroit, MI 48205
- Flint · 1135 N Belsay Rd, Flint, MI 48501
- Lansing · Lansing, MI 48901
- Lansing · 5411 S Cedar St, Lansing, MI 48901
Illinois
1 locationCalifornia
1 locationFrequently Asked Questions
Is America's Thrift Stores a nonprofit?
No, it's a for-profit retailer that partners with nonprofits. They pay partner charities based on the weight of donated goods, so your donation still supports charitable work.
Where does America's Thrift Stores operate?
Primarily in the Southeast: Alabama, Georgia, Tennessee, Louisiana, Mississippi, and surrounding states. Check their website for specific store locations.
What items does America's Thrift accept?
Clothing, shoes, furniture, household items, electronics, books, and toys in usable condition. Mattresses, large appliances, and hazardous materials are not accepted.
Do I get a tax receipt at America's Thrift?
Yes. The receipt comes from the nonprofit partner associated with that store location. Keep it if you plan to itemize deductions on your tax return.
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