The Goodwill NYNJ Store & Donation Center in Vails Gate/New Windsor is a clean, well-organized, and pleasant thrift store. It offers a great variety of items, including clothing for men, women, and children, with a particularly large selection in the women's section. The store also features a home section with accessories, bags, shoes, and media like books and DVDs. The clothing on the sales floor is noted for being clean with no rips or imperfections, and items are reasonably priced, often with additional color discounts. While some hard goods like dishes are occasionally considered overpriced, the book selection is inexpensive and the shoe collection is decent. The donation process is easy, with donors placing items in blue bins inside. The staff is frequently described as very nice, friendly, gracious, helpful, and pleasant, with multiple reviewers noting employees offered assistance carrying donations. The location shares a parking lot with a shopping center, providing lots of available parking. For donors, a tax form is available. Shoppers appreciate the presence of a fitting room to try items on. The store accepts credit cards without an extra charge. Overall, it is viewed as an excellent deal and a great little Goodwill location, with many customers planning to return for both shopping and donations.
I love the team here. They are so friendly and fun. Almost always leave with a big haul!
April 2026
FYI they are closed on Easter Sunday. $1 is also now $2. Most pieces are $5.99+ and not even that good quality, mostly time and tru clothing. I remember when goodwill was actually affordable, considering that everything is donated, it should cost much less. Especially in this economy....
April 2025
Kinda expensive I think for a goodwill- closes at 6pm kinda early
