Salvation Army Family Store & Donation Center

The Salvation Army Family Store & Donation Center on Nicollet Avenue serves as a cornerstone thrift shopping destination in Minneapolis, Minnesota, offering an extensive selection of quality secondhand goods at budget-friendly prices. Located at 3740 Nicollet Ave in the heart of south Minneapolis, this family-friendly store provides shoppers with a spacious, well-organized shopping environment where treasure hunting meets community impact. Every purchase at this Salvation Army Family Store directly supports the organization's vital programs, including rehabilitation services, emergency assistance, and youth programs throughout the Minneapolis community. The convenient donation center on-site makes it easy for local residents to give back while decluttering, creating a continuous cycle of community support. With generous weekday hours extending until 9 PM, this Minneapolis location accommodates busy schedules and has become a favorite among savvy shoppers, families, and anyone seeking sustainable shopping alternatives in the Twin Cities area.

Store Information

3740 Nicollet Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55409

Phone: +1 612-822-1200

Website: https://centralusa.salvationarmy.org/minneapolisarc/family-thrift-store-1/

Store Hours

  • Monday: 9AM-9PM
  • Tuesday: 9AM-9PM
  • Wednesday: 9AM-9PM
  • Thursday: 9AM-9PM
  • Friday: 9AM-9PM
  • Saturday: 9AM-9PM
  • Sunday: Closed

What They Sell

The Salvation Army Family Store & Donation Center offers an ever-changing inventory of gently used clothing for men, women, and children, household goods, furniture, kitchenware, books, toys, and home décor items. Shoppers can discover everything from everyday essentials to unique vintage finds, with new donations arriving daily to refresh the selection. The store's family-focused approach means you'll find practical items like dishes, linens, and small appliances alongside clothing in all sizes. Quality standards ensure that merchandise is clean, functional, and ready to use, making it easy to shop with confidence while stretching your budget and supporting a worthy cause in the Minneapolis community.

The Neighborhood

Situated along Nicollet Avenue in the vibrant Kingfield neighborhood of south Minneapolis, this location enjoys proximity to several beloved local establishments, parks, and the bustling cultural corridor connecting downtown to the southern suburbs. The area is known for its diverse, community-focused atmosphere with easy access from both Minneapolis and neighboring Richfield. With excellent public transportation access along the Nicollet corridor and surrounded by residential neighborhoods, this Salvation Army store serves as a convenient stop for locals running errands or making a dedicated thrift shopping expedition in Minnesota's largest city.

Parking

The Nicollet Avenue location offers convenient on-site parking adjacent to the store, making it easy to load larger furniture finds or multiple bags of treasures. Street parking is also available along Nicollet Avenue and surrounding residential streets. The accessible parking lot simplifies donation drop-offs, allowing you to pull up close to the donation center entrance for hassle-free unloading of your gently used items.

Shopping Tips

  • Visit early in the week, especially Monday or Tuesday mornings, when weekend donations have been sorted and priced for the sales floor
  • Check for color-coded tag sales that rotate weekly, offering 50% off items with specific colored tags throughout the store
  • Bring measurements for furniture and home décor items since inventory moves quickly and you'll want to know if that perfect piece fits your space
  • Download or check the Salvation Army app for special discount days and promotions at this Minneapolis location
  • Don't overlook the housewares section where you can find name-brand kitchen items, small appliances, and vintage gems at fraction-of-retail prices

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