This auxiliary of the Los Angeles Children's Hospital is run by helpful volunteers and all proceeds support the hospital. The varied and interesting selection of items and quirky selection of goods includes slippers, linens and VHS tapes. On top of the great selection, most items only cost a couple of dollars.
The Goodwill of Southern Los Angeles County was established in 1929 to provide job opportunities to out-of-work and people with disabilities. This local independent chain of thrift stores helps people transition from dependency to self-sufficiency through job training and employment. Items donated here are sold at discount prices, sales tax-free, to the local community. The selection changes daily and includes clothing, housewares, art, furniture, toys, sporting goods, home decor, electronics, movies and music.
Luther's Attic is a thrift shop that exists to support Pacific Lutheran High School in Torrance. The shop sells a variety of items at low prices including clothing, shoes, housewares, linens, books, toys, games, sporting goods, electronics and more. Donations are accepted; check the website for a list of items that are accepted.
The upscale resale boutique specializes in women's famous brand clothing from Burberry to Gucci. Customers can find gently used bags, shoes, blouses and hats. Accessories such as belts, jewelry and sunglasses are also available. The fitting rooms are large and clean.
The Salvation Army is an international organization that funds its efforts in part through the sale of secondhand clothing and furniture. Collections for this location come from all over Los Angeles County and, as with all Salvation Army stores, its profits are given to local community programs. "We love this community and I've been working here for 10 years," says the assistant manager. Located just west of Highway 405 with free parking toward the side of the building, this location collects donations via drop-off and pick-up.
Les Petits Riens means "little nothings" in French—perfect for a shop that sells used clothing, hats, dolls and other items. Pictures and old furniture can be found here too, and all look a bit more romantic and charming when hit by the sunlight through the store's high arched windows.
Goodwill of Southern Los Angeles County was established in 1929 to provide job opportunities for those out of work or with disabilities. This local independent chain of thrift stores works as a member of Goodwill Industries International to help people transition from dependency to self-sufficiency. Items donated here are sold at discount prices, sales tax-free, to the local community. The selection changes daily and includes clothing, housewares, art, furniture, toys, sporting goods, home decor, electronics, movies and music.
Parents across the world complain that just as children start to fit into their clothes, they have already began to outgrow them. Kids Double Time is a thrift shop, a consignment store and a place to find used children's furniture and clothes. There is an enclosed children's play area which makes it convenient for patrons to meander through the store as the children play. Kids Double time was established in 1988.