When you shop with us, you make a difference in your community
Come experience the thrill of thrifting at the Samaritan Center.
Experience the thrill of thrifting
Thanks to the generosity of donors in the community, we stock new items daily.
The Samaritan Center Thrift Store is the financial engine that helps power our Social Services programs. Thanks to the generosity of our community, donated items are sorted, prepared, and stocked throughout our Thrift, Clearance, and Toy shops, turning everyday treasures into food, essentials, and financial assistance for neighbors in need. Every donation and every purchase helps provide Help for Today and Hope for Tomorrow.
Rest and relax in our lobby waiting area
The Samaritan Center is like a community hub.
Our lobby features a large, comfortable waiting area so shoppers can take a break (or accompanying parties can relax while others do the shopping).
You’ll also find a volunteer greeter station, occasional blood pressure checks provided by volunteers, a quiet chapel space for prayer and reflection, our Community Corner where community events and gatherings are sometimes held.
Donations and furniture pickups
The Samaritan Center donation dock is where the community drops off new or gently used goods. Donating items you no longer need is a great source of giving.
Your donated items help support our programs and services for families and individuals in Eastern Hamilton County who are experiencing difficult times.
Thrift Shop Frequently Asked Questions
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- Yes. We offer free pickups for furniture and large appliances.
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- We do not pick up pianos.
- Monday – Thursday, 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
- Friday & Saturday, CLOSED
- Sunday, 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
No. Our stock changes constantly, so what is here now may be gone later. Check out our social media pages for Tuesday Thrift Finds if you want something specific. Otherwise, your best bet is to visit the Samaritan Center thrift store and experience the thrill of thrifting. Every time you visit the store it’s like a new treasure hunt.
- Clothing, linen, and shoes (men, women, and children – all seasons)
- Household items (décor, pictures, lamps, knick-knacks)
- Kitchen items (dishes, cookware, flatware, glasses, mugs, etc.)
- Furniture and large or small appliances (free pickup for large working appliances and furniture)
- Electronics (DVD/Blu-ray players, lamps, radios, etc.)
- Outdoor items (patio furniture, flower pots, etc.)
- Medical equipment (bedside toilets, shower chairs, crutches, wheelchairs, boots, slings, canes, etc.)
- Toys and baby items (games, bouncer chairs, swings, dolls, dress up clothes, stuffed animals, sports equipment, etc.)
- Books, videos, CDs, DVDs, etc.
- Hospital beds
- Large entertainment centers
- Hot tubs
- Tanning beds
- Water beds
- Incomplete china cabinets (no top halves only)
- Aerosols, chemicals, or paint
- C-PAP machines
- Unframed mirrors
- Building material of any kind
- Automobile parts (tires, batteries, etc.)
- Guns, ammo, or explosives
- Toilets
- Shower doors
- Children or infant car seats (due to recalls)
- Cassette or 8-track tapes
- Televisions of any kind
- Computers
- Damaged furniture
- Items that are heavily stained or damaged
- Mattresses or box springs of any size/style
- Sunday, 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- Monday – Thursday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
- Saturday, CLOSED
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- New Year’s Day
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- Easter
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- Mother’s Day
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- Memorial Day
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- Father’s Day
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- Labor Day
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- Thanksgiving Eve
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- Thanksgiving
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- Christmas Eve
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- Christmas Day
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- New Year’s Eve
Stay updated through our Facebook page or Instagram (@thesamaritancenter) for the latest information.
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