Thrifty Threads
When you shop at Thrifty Threads, you’re thrifting for a cause…
Thrifty Threads offers excellent prices and like-new items. When you shop, you support the YWCA Elgin and our services.
Come shop our pre-loved items today!
Store Hours
Thrifty Threads is open on the first and third Wednesday of each month from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Location: YWCA Elgin Lower Level, 220 E. Chicago St., Elgin, IL 60123
Phone: 847.742.7930
If you qualify for a clothing voucher, the YWCA Elgin also opens our shop for individuals to individuals who need free clothing. For more information, click here.
We are currently accepting clothing donations.
Call (847) 742-7930 for more information.
We are currently accepting clothing donations. Call (847) 742-7930 for more information.
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Pricing
Thrifty Threads is a thrift shop that sells gently used clothing, shoes, accessories, and outerwear at low prices.
Jackets - $3.00 to $5.00
Tops/Shirts - $2.00
Bottoms/Pants/Shorts/Skirts - $2.00
Shoes - $2.00
Necklaces/Bracelets - $1.00
Belts/Sunglasses - $0.50
Buy two (2) items and get the third (3) for FREE! (On similar items only)
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Donations
The thrift shop is currently accepting clothing donations. We request that contributions be clean, in good shape, and in a kitchen bag (no heavy duty) or grocery bag.
Your donations can be dropped off Monday – Friday from 8:30 am – 6:00 pm; we follow the School District U-46 holiday closure schedule.
If you have a question, please call the YWCA Elgin at 847.742.7930.
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Volunteering
Our thrift shop and Clothing Distribution Center constantly need individuals to help sort incoming donations and provide customer service. Volunteer opportunities are available most Wednesdays from 9:30 am -3:00 pm.
To become a volunteer, please call Sherry Kinser, Clothing Center Administrator, at 847.815.0502.