Avenues To Independence Thrift Shoppe
A Chicago-area thrift store supporting adults with disabilities
A store built on community
Avenues Thrift Shoppe has been a part of the Chicago-area community since it opened its doors in 1977. Volunteer-led and purpose-driven, all proceeds from the Thrift Shoppe support Avenues to Independence, driving our mission of independence and dignity for the individuals we serve.
Visit the Avenues Thrift Shoppe
7710 W Touhy Ave, Chicago, IL 60631
Shopping hours:
Monday – Friday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Saturday: 12 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Donations accepted:
Monday – Friday: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Saturday: 12 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Items we accept:
- Gently-worn clothing
- Gently-worn activewear
- Jackets
- Formal wear
- Home decor
- Frames
- Kitchen items
- Jewelry
- Belts and accessories
- Shoes
- Gently-used bedding
- Toys
- Books
- DVDs
We DO NOT accept:
- Textbooks, encyclopedias, dictionaries
- Furniture
- High chairs, cribs, play pens, car seats
- Broken items
- Undergarments, socks, swimsuits
- Aerosol cans
- Car parts or tires
- Food or sharp knives
- Large Appliances; washer/dryers, refrigerators, air conditioners
- Microwaves or TVs
- Skis
- Cosmetic products
- Computers, printers, or broken electronics
- Cassette or VHS tapes
- Bed pillows or mattress covers
- Christmas trees
- Light fixtures