Goodwill was founded in 1902 by Boston Minister, Reverend Edgar J. Helms. He took donations from…read morewealthy Bostonians and hired people who were poor and who could fix the items. The items were then given to the people who worked on them or were resold. Goodwill's philosophy is "a hand up, not a hand out." Goodwill Industries of Central Florida started in 1959. Today Goodwill has become a $5 billion nonprofit organization that provides job training, employment, and community programs for people who have disabilities that might prevent them from getting a job on their own. This Goodwill Superstore is located on Oakland Park Boulevard. While still selling bargain thrift, the superstores have innovative and trendy displays. They also have more contemporary designs and modern display fixtures designed to raise the bar in the thrift market. The Oakland Park Goodwill store is attractively arranged. Clothes and new items are in the front of the store. As you move towards the back of the store there is furniture and home goods. A smaller area in the back is a bibliophiles paradise with a large selection of books. Thrifting is enjoying a resurgence as a cool hobby. There are a ton of Instagram videos showing how you can have a business thrifting or how to style and transform thrifted items. A can of spray paint can give just about any item new life. I really love thrifting at this large, clean, and well organized Goodwill. I have been coming here for years and it keeps getting better and better. Goodwill has even added new items to complete their thrift inventory. Right now they have a ton of holiday decor and clothing. If you need an inexpensive ugly sweater for a holiday party, there is a great selection here. Not only can you find a unique bargain but you are repurposing items and keeping them out of the landfill while helping the community through your purchase at the same time.

Be aware.... We love…read morevisiting different Goodwill stores multiple times a month. On July 8, 2026, I went to store #6244 and parked my car. The parking lot had recently been redone, but when I tried to leave, my bumper was ripped off due to an elevated yellow bumper with exposed metal bars. I spoke with the manager, Doris Lopenza, and the police filed a report (#12-2607-XXXX). Ms. Lopenza assured me that someone from headquarters would contact me to address the issue and determine how they would help repair my bumper. The light on the passenger side was also ripped off, and the bottom of the bumper is completely detached. Unfortunately, no one has reached out to me, which seems to be a pattern with Goodwill. Mind-blowing!

Lots and lots of things. Love all of the books, but how nice it would have been if they were up on…read moreshelves off of the floor. If I lived there, I think I'd volunteer as an organizer of the book area. Books are just wonderful.

Always has gréat relics. Found a ancient mazuza. If they cleaned the place up it would be worth a…read morefortune

Once upon a time thrift stores were a great way to secure a find and with your place particularly…read moresupport the community, however your store has become undesirable as your staff (whom i assume are volunteers) are a bit uninterested and bitchy. They don't even attempt to hide it from the customers. In addition to that who ever does the pricing seems to think that they are marketing to Bergdorfs or Neimun Marcus (aka needless mar ups). As a customer who shops there as well as donates regularly, i find it offensive that you think people want to buy used shoes or clothes at prices higher than Marshalls or the like. After all whether slightly worn or used they still have had someones pissibly nasty ass or feet in them. If affordable enough wirth the buy as all things can be cleaned. Lets not get confused, if i am going to have to clean etc its cheaper and easier to go to any if the stires mentioned above pay less and not have to deal with the absurd rational behind pricing and bitchy attitudes. 1. If volynteers dont want to be there for exactly what it is, community service, they should stay home. No one wants ir needs them. 2. If yoyr going to continue with your gouging wirh reference to pricing, I'm glad to make my donations and shop at out of closet or anyone if the multiple other thrift stores. Remember you get the shit for free and donations are made out if the goidness if peoples hearts in attempt to give back and help those in need. Your organaztion is not doing the goid people of the community any favors with your policies. Are you trying to become a specialty shop? When average people can not or will not shop there for reasons stated above you've lost sight of what your philosophy once was. GET IT TOGETHER, get real. SHAME ON YOU.

Yelp already has entries for The Poverello Center and the Poverello Food Pantry both located at…read more2506 N. Dixie, but as I noted none for the Poverello Live Well Center I thought some entry should be made. Located at 220 NE 12th Avenue, the Poverello Live Well Center is a part of the not-for-profit Poverello umbrella, but just as its location is different, so is its charitable focus. Poverello was originally founded in 1988 when large numbers having complications of AIDS were socially shunned, rejected and dying. The original intent was to provide food as a nourishing medicine. The pantry on Dixie continues to provide such for to over 3,000 families a year and the thrift shop also located there continues to take in donations of used articles for resale in order to support Poverello operations. The Poverello Live Well Center on 12th Avenue is somewhat different in that its design is as a support center for persons living with HIV, providing a safe accepting to receive support and health services. It is here that those with HIV can, in their words, "...access our full service gym, chiropractic services, acupuncture or massage free of charge." As such it provides a vital community service. One day, as a volunteer driver/transporter, I had the occasion to visit the Live Well Center. When I stepped in I was given one of the warmest of greetings and though I wasn't supposed to actually be allowed, as not being a member, to tour their facilities I did sneak my way around. (Shhh! Don't tell.) But what I saw was a complete with all the trimmings gym with some people giving workout assistance and help to others, a pool table play area and a most comfortable relaxing lounge. But what is really so very special about the Living Well Center are the super nice people from all sorts of differing backgrounds not only there to improve themselves but working together to improve the lives of others. For what they do and for the free of charge services they provide to some of our most needy, Poverello's Live Well Center gets my 5 Stars.

great prices, great people, great clothes!…read more i always love stopping here because the selection is amazing! they have everything from art to kitchen appliances. you'll always find something here!

So glad to find this thrift shop in Wilton Manors, offering interesting bric a bracelet and other…read moreeclectic items. A worthy cause, supporting the local community.

St. Vincent de Paul was founded in Paris France in 1833 by Frederic Ozanam, a college student who…read morecreated the organization to help people experiencing financial hardship. He came up with the idea for a charity in response to a fellow classmates question, what is your church doing for the poor? The group chose St. V\incent de Paul, patron saint of the poor for their name and under the guidance of Sister Rosalie Rendu, they increased the number of people they were able to help. Volunteers of the organization are called Vincentians. The charity spread from France to Europe. In 1845 they established in St. Louis, Missouri. The organization is now world wide in 150 countries with 750,000 members. Every year across the country the St. Vincent De Paul Society provides 1.4 billion in aid to more than 4 million people every year. There are two St. Vincent de Paul thrift stores in Broward, one in Pompano and this one in Ft. Lauderdale. Some of the donated items are given to needy individuals and the rest are sold to the community in the thrift stores to fund their outreach programs. At this store they were selling clothes, accessories, collectibles, home decor, small appliances, holiday decorations, and furniture. The prices seemed very reasonable to me. I didn't need anything in particular but I always enjoy looking. I recommend stopping by and blessing them with your gently used items and shopping their new arrivals both of which supports the awesome work St. Vincent de Paul does in the community.

Standard issue thrift store but slightly limited selection and aggressive pricing…read more 3 star ambience: outside it's a mildly sketchy shopping plaza location. Inside feels slightly dingy 3 star service / pricing: the prices seemed to have been set by what might have been asked on eBay or Poshmark, but without checking what they actually SOLD for...

If vintage is your thing, the Collective is worthwhile stop…read more Prices are fair. Large selection of housewares and art. Vintage glass and china as well as other vintage items. A few pieces of furniture but this is a better spot for jewelry and other decorative Knick knacks.

The Wilton Collective was founded by Julian Cavazos of "Julian's Fountain of Youth (JFOY), a…read more501(c)(3) nonprofit charitable organization dedicated to creating opportunities for LGBTQ+ Youth to reach their full potential through community involvement and experiential learning." The Wilton Collective was previously located across from The Manor but they have relocated into the old Holy Mackerel location in Island City Plaza on 26th St. The large space has an interesting selection of art, jewelry, accessories, clothes, figurines, home goods, and vintage and antique pieces. There is also an event and meeting space that can be rented. They have a Mix & Mingle event at their bar every Friday from 6:30-8PM. I loved the Florida prints, especially the alligators and mermaids and they had my beloved vintage Pyrex dishes. Items ranged from a few dollars to hundreds. The prices I did check seemed reasonable to me. They have such an eclectic mix of beautiful things. I really enjoyed exploring this store.

Not sure why there are not more reviews on this vintage shop in Oakland Park that has been here for…read moreseveral years. There was a giant unicorn staged outside of the business next to the front door, which created a strategic marketing technique to let the public know "We're Open for Business". The shop was packed to the hilt with nostalgic items which instantly rekindled childhood memories. Most would refer to this little shop as "Cute" but it was more like "Cool as Heck". Discussed action figures and comic books with the clerk. Aside from a Chucky doll wearing a Florida Panther jersey and some old records, there was a vintage Coca Cola vending machine and a matching bench which instantly absorbed my attention, but sadly not for sale. Another conversation piece was the red english phone booth that was actually the dressing room (see video). An absolutely fun time browsing the vintage shop that earned a rare 5 star rating.

So impressed with this shop, I have visited on my last two trips to Florida. They have such a great…read morevariety of vintage clothing, the Florida sports options are incredible! I got some awesome Florida Panthers gear for an amazing price. Devon was so sweet, it was great getting to talk to her about hockey! 11/10 would recommend stopping in!