Goodwill Glenpool Ok (2024)

FAQs

What is the cheapest day to go to Goodwill? ›

According to Goodwill, the perfect time slot to shop at thrift stores is in the morning on both Monday and Tuesday. This is because, at least as far as Goodwill is concerned, people tend to donate garage sale remnants on Sunday, so the pickings are new and fresh come early weekdays.

Did you know that the largest Goodwill thrift store in the world is located in Seattle? During the 1950s, Evergreen Goodwill's flagship store location expanded into the iconic store that remains today at 1400 South Lane Street in Seattle.

While our retail stores are similar to regular department stores, our outlet stores offer a different shopping experience. Our outlet stores are sometimes referred to as “the bins” or “bins stores.” This is because of the layout of the store. Instead of items being displayed on racks, everything is placed inside bins.

While there's no “perfect” day to shop second hand stores, many regulars swear by shopping early on Monday and Tuesday. Homeowners tend to drop off garage sale leftovers on Sunday nights, making for new finds. Plus, the weekends are more crowded shopping days, so employees look to restock early in the week.

Donations May Be Seasonal

People tend to clean out their houses during certain times of year. Summer, when yard sales are popular, is generally a good time. Busy periods, like holidays or back-to-school time, often see slow-downs in donations.

Microsoft has the highest goodwill globally when compared to all other companies. Microsoft deals with the internet and software as its main business sector. Also see: MCQs on Goodwill.

You should dress for the occasion.

Gloves are not required, but they might be useful when digging through the bins. Broken glass or dirty items could be in the bins.

There are two distinct types of goodwill: purchased, and inherent.

Why do people shop at goodwill? ›

What sets Goodwill apart is the quality control. Donated items go through a rigorous sorting process to ensure they meet Goodwill's standards. So, you're not just buying second-hand; you're buying quality second-hand.

Goodwill Southern California's revenue is $253.6 million.

Goodwill Southern California has 3,000 employees, and the revenue per employee ratio is $84,542. Goodwill Southern California peak revenue was $253.6M in 2023.

Goodwill serves individuals by educating, training and placing them into jobs. By becoming gainfully employed, these individuals gain resources to buy the things they need. Many disadvantaged people who are in training or are employed by Goodwill Industries are offered vouchers or discounts at Goodwill retail stores.