Although The Big Thrift Store is privately owned and operated, we do help support local charities and organizations (see our donations page for more information). Our goal is to keep fairly low prices for lightly used items and keep an envioronment that is friendly, helpful, and relaxing. We do not believe that anyone should have to dig through piles of items to get a good deal. That is why we do our best to place items in easy-to-reach shelving and assist anyone who needs help finding an item.