Thrift shopping is a unique way to financially contribute to charity work and buy something decent for yourself at the same time. May be that is why leading donation companies like Goodwill are continuously working on how to make thrifting convenient for the buyers.
Goodwill History and Achievements
Goodwill was launched almost 120 years back and currently, the charity is operating more than 3,300 stores in the United States and Canada. Most of its missions are dedication to helping people find jobs, youth mentorship and counselling, professional training, providing shelter to the homeless, and similar activities to uplift the local communities.
There is no doubt that Goodwill has contributed largely to the upbringing of needy in the US. As Steve Preston, the CEO of Goodwill has put, “Goodwill has built a legacy of strengthening communities through the power of work. GoodwillFinds further the mission through a modern online shopping experience – backed by a century-old philosophy – to harness resale with purpose.”
GoodwillFinds.com Online Shopping Experience
Goodwill is a non-profit organization. It has been working for decades now to improve and uplift the underserved sector in the country.
Recently, it has launched GoodwillFinds.com, an online shopping site to allow buyers to purchase and pay online. The online version of Goodwill thrift store is expected to thrive as much as it physical stores are.
Moreover, there is no lack of inventory online. All things from clothing to houseware, kitchenware, shoes, accessories, books, and toys are available just a click away. In fact, you will be able to find specific items like Halloween costumes and prom dresses here as well.
In addition to offering products from luxury brands like Burberry, Prada, and Lululemon, the online store hosts more than 100,000 current inventory products
What GoodwillFinds Aims To Achieve In Coming Years
Matthew Kaness is the CEO of GoodwillFinds. His experience is unmatched with former positions at Walmart, Afterpay and Urban Outfitters. Currently, he is investing full effortings into developing the completely-remote technology and digital commerce organization, GoodwillFinds.com.
The aim is to have at least 1 million items listed on the website in the coming year. These products will be divided into categories. Buyers could use the search tool to find what they are looking for. Moreover, the developers plan to personalize the search for different buyers. This is done by using data of previous purchases which can be quite helpful.
However, the site is not the place to go if you wish to make donations. Although rivals like ThredUp and Poshmark do offer these feature, Goodwill only accepts donations at one the organization’s stores. You have to visit the physical stores to drop them off.
We are hopeful that due changes might be made in the future. As the online business continues to grow 16 times quicker than retail clothing sector, Kaness is positive that tools like online donation will be integrated into the website soon enough.
Come Forward To Help GoodwillFinds!
Every buyer is making a contribution to betterment of the planet and the needy community in the country by shopping by Goodwill thrift stores or its online counterpart.
You can play your part as well by shopping right away! Keep in mind that the website accepts PayPal for payments as well as all other major credit cards including American Express, Discover, Mastercard and Visa. Those interested in donations should visit the physical stores and collect the tax credit for their contribution.