The Salvation Army Family Store & Donation Center

The Salvation Army Family Store & Donation Center on Broadway Street serves as Chico's premier destination for affordable treasures and community giving. This spacious thrift store combines the mission of helping local families with an exceptional shopping experience, offering carefully curated secondhand goods at unbeatable prices. Located in the heart of Chico, California, this family-friendly store creates a welcoming atmosphere where bargain hunters and casual shoppers alike can discover everything from vintage clothing to household essentials. What sets The Salvation Army Family Store apart is their dual purpose - every purchase directly supports The Salvation Army's vital community programs while providing customers with quality items at fraction of retail costs. The knowledgeable staff takes pride in maintaining organized displays and ensuring a clean, pleasant shopping environment that keeps locals coming back week after week.

Store Information

700 Broadway St, Chico, CA 95928

Phone: +1 530-342-2192

Website: https://satruck.org/

Store Hours

  • Monday: 10AM-6PM
  • Tuesday: 10AM-6PM
  • Wednesday: 10AM-6PM
  • Thursday: 10AM-6PM
  • Friday: 10AM-6PM
  • Saturday: 10AM-6PM
  • Sunday: Closed

What They Sell

The Salvation Army Family Store & Donation Center offers an extensive selection of donated merchandise across multiple categories. Shoppers can browse through clothing for the entire family, furniture pieces perfect for college apartments or home updates, books, electronics, household items, and seasonal decorations. The inventory constantly changes based on community donations, ensuring fresh finds during each visit. Quality varies from gently-used contemporary items to unique vintage pieces, with staff carefully inspecting donations to maintain good standards throughout the store.

The Neighborhood

Situated on Broadway Street in central Chico, California, this location puts shoppers in the heart of a vibrant college town known for its tree-lined streets and welcoming community spirit. The store is easily accessible from downtown Chico and near Bidwell Park, one of the largest municipal parks in the country. This convenient location serves both California State University Chico students and long-time residents, creating a diverse shopping community.

Parking

The Broadway Street location typically offers convenient parking options including on-site parking areas and nearby street parking. Given the central Chico location, shoppers usually find adequate parking during most hours, though Saturday afternoons may be busier. The accessible location makes it easy to load larger furniture finds or multiple bags of clothing purchases directly into your vehicle.

Shopping Tips

  • Visit early in the week when fresh donations have been processed and added to inventory
  • Check back frequently since inventory changes daily based on community donations
  • Bring cash for the best deals, though most payment methods are typically accepted
  • Take time to thoroughly browse all sections as treasures can be found in unexpected places
  • Ask staff about upcoming sales or special discount days for additional savings

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