The Thrift & Gift Shop is the main source of funding for our six philanthropic programs.  It is staffed and managed entirely by our member volunteers.  We are proud of our reputation as one of the best and friendliest thrift shops in Bellingham. Our members work hard to make sure the merchandise is always good quality, clean, and priced fairly.  Come see for yourself!

We offer quality merchandise, including furniture, antiques, books, artwork, seasonal items, and crafts. We also sell men’s and women’s clothing, jewelry, household and home decor items and linens, all at affordable prices.

Every week we have sales on different merchandise categories, and twice a year we have a huge 50% off storewide sale! Sign up for our Newsletter to be notified of our upcoming sales.

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Great reputation, quality merchandise and friendly member volunteers!

Thrift & Gift Shop donations

Your donations are always appreciated!  Donations are tax deductible; a receipt will be provided. 

DONATION HOURS:  Wednesday – Saturday, 10 am – 2 pm

Please bring your “gently used’ items in good condition to the receiving door at our back entrance in the alley. For large donations, please call ahead to be sure we have room to accept your donations. (360-738-2803) Thank you!

Please, no broken or damaged household items.
Please, no outdated, torn, or stained clothing items.

Donation Guidelines      Donor Privacy

Thrift & Gift Shop Sales Dec. 18-21
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Thrift & Gift Shop News

Assistance League of Bellingham Decorates Christmas Tree for “Deck the Old City Hall”

When a visitor enters the Lobby of the Whatcom Museum (Old City Hall) during the Christmas Holidays, the first thing that catches their eye is Assistance League’s Christmas Tree with an antique lighted topper and adorned with all the magic of lights and silver tinsel.  The red ornaments highlighted against the tinsel invites the viewer […]

Thank You to Lisa Schessler of “Bea Hamster Sews”

One of the many reasons we have to be thankful at Assistance League of Bellingham is for our amazing Community Volunteers! These are non-members who help us out with their valuable time and expertise. One such volunteer is Lisa Schessler, of Bea Hamster Sews, who is a licensed and certified sewing machine repair specialist. Lisa […]

Storewide Sale a Huge Success!

Our CUSTOMER APPRECIATION DAY 50% off Storewide Sale was a huge success! Thank you to our loyal customers and friends for supporting us. Funds raised at this event help support our five community programs in Whatcom County.