St. Vincent de Paul - The Dalles Thrift Store is a community-focused thrift store that operates 14 retail locations, 2 mattress recycling facilities, a used car lot, appliance recycling, and Styrofoam recycling. The store's profits are used to provide supportive resources for individuals, children, and families experiencing homelessness or housing instability. Customers describe the store as a "great thrift store" with a good selection of affordable items, including winter clothing, slippers, and leather jackets. The staff is generally friendly, and the store is kept clean. However, some customers have expressed disappointment with the high prices on certain donated items, such as a twin bed frame marked up significantly higher than the retail price. Overall, the store is a popular destination for bargain hunters, with one reviewer noting that the prices are better than other thrift stores in the area. The store also holds a special place in the hearts of some customers, who fondly remember the toy section from their childhood visits.
