Thrift Stores near Jonesboro, GA

“I did not go there but about 3 months ago I've taken my grand child she got some nice things for a great price under 55.00 for 125 to 150.00 at stores...new”

“Hello everyone! I’m Tiffany, and thank you for choosing a Fancy Review.

I want to give a BIG shoutout to the management and entire team at the Goodwill in Ellenwood!

When the store first reopened after the upgrades, I’ll admit—I wasn’t sold. A lot of the collectibles and secondhand treasures I loved digging through were gone, the shelves felt empty, and some of the newer merchandise made me wonder, Wait a minute…are we still at Goodwill?

But I said then that I was going to keep coming back because this is my Goodwill, and I’m so glad I did.

As the weeks and months have gone by, I’ve really come to appreciate what the new management and leadership have done with this store. The difference is noticeable.

The secondhand items are now displayed like I’m shopping in a department store. They’ve created tables and styled displays, coordinating different pieces together in ways that actually make you stop and look. You can tell somebody is paying attention to what people donate and thinking about how to present it. Sometimes I feel like y’all have a personal stylist back there picking things out for me!

It feels like shopping in a little boutique full of one-of-a-kind finds—and I LOVE THAT.

And I can’t leave out the associates! The customer service is always friendly. Everyone is kind, helpful, and willing to laugh right along with me.

Listen, I run my mouth when I’m relaxed and feel comfortable. So if I’m standing at the register talking and laughing, and by the time I leave y’all know what I’m doing for the rest of the day, where I’m going on vacation, and what I’m buying everything for—that means y’all are doing a good job! I always feel welcomed when I shop here, and I genuinely appreciate that.

I also have a lot of respect for Goodwill’s mission and the employment opportunities they provide. Once I learned more about how Goodwill helps people prepare for employment, get into the workforce, and creates opportunities for people to work, it gave me an even greater appreciation for shopping there. I’m not just there because I love finding a bargain or a one-of-a-kind treasure. I also respect knowing that the organization is helping people work and build opportunities for themselves.

The shoe department deserves a special shoutout, too. The shoes are displayed nicely, everything is organized, and the entire store is so much cleaner. Before the renovation, sometimes you could pick something up and literally have dust on your hands. The cleanliness and presentation now are a huge improvement.

I almost didn’t want to write this review because I don’t need everybody finding out about my good shopping spot and coming over here taking my treasures. But credit is due where credit is due.

I do have one small request: please consider placing the price stickers on the underside of the shoes whenever possible rather than on the top or other visible portions. I’ve had stickers pull material or leather off when removing them, especially from sandals. The shoe may be in great condition, but removing the price sticker can accidentally damage it before I ever get to wear it.

Other than that, BIG UPS to the management and entire team at the Ellenwood Goodwill. I truly appreciate the upgrade, the revamping, the cleanliness, the friendly customer service, and especially the care you’re putting into displaying the things people donate.

You won me over. Keep up the good work!

Thank you for choosing a Fancy Review.”

“Perfectly nice thriftstore: glassware, dishware, furniture, framed art, clothing, even shoes —always new items to see, enjoy , and buy. The people are super nice and more than helpful. They have great sales too. I visit often.”

“Hands down one of the best Goodwill’s I’ve been to — the staff are friendly, the store is clean and we made some great finds! Safe to say we left with big smiles on our faces!”

“Always a well-kept store, clothing generally well organized (obviously some rude customers put stuff down wherever they want), and the thing that I really appreciate is when books are arranged by author in sets. It can be a chore to look through every book for an author, but in this store the books are mostly sorted and organized. The people are always nice and helpful as well.”

“Nice big store. Clean and orderly. They offer discounts for Seniors on Wednesdays and other savings on Mondays and Tuesdays based on tag color. Very convenient location.”

“I went to several stores before I got to this location, seeking just a pair of work pants. I found so many items I could use I just loaded my cart. The manager Mr. T.J. was friendly and very helpful. He keeps a clean store and all the workers were great. Ms. Kyle is another gem. She walked me through completing my profile (which I didn't do correctly). No one was behind me but she was very patience in helping. Overall, the store is a gem and Mr. T.J & Ms. Kyle went above & beyond for me.”

“The lady at the counter is the sweetest and the prices are amazing. I saw a wooden wardrobe taller than me for 30 and all the face creams, washes, and makeup is sealed and brand new. You feel welcomed but not pressured or harassed like a lot of other stores. Will definitely come back”

“It's a bit different under this new management. The place looks neater and more organized. The items are also priced at higher or raised rates. Nonetheless, I still found some fantastic merchandise at a good price. I like thrift stores and piddling thru all the junky clutter, however, l was able to find some exact items I was looking for faster because of their organized neatness. The staff was also very friendly and courteous.”

“My only complaint is the cheap bags they give you for items you buy..I'd probably buy more but the bags tear so easily. Most people who shop at goodwill come out with huge sturdy bags...just a suggestion.”

“This place is fantastic. Myeisha did a fantastic Job of both welcoming me and explaining to me how the buying process works. She also answered all of my questions regarding inventory. Kudos War on retail and Myeisha!!!!”

“Ok so after 2.5 hours in this location on a lazy Sunday. The store was clean and the staff was super friendly. At check out I wasn’t given one of my bags. I returned to the store a few days later and expressed my concerns. The store manager Zaretha took charge. She was able to track down what happen to my missing bag and retrieve most of my items. The level of customer service was above and beyond my expectations.”