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Best Non-profit Resale In Detroit

WHOO U R, Encore Upscale Resale and other non-profie resale shops offer a double-whammy of guilt-free shopping. One ... you're getting a bargain, and two, the money you spend is going to local non-profit organizations. -Jillian Nassar

WHOO U R

435 Main Street
Rochester, MI  48307
(248) 656-9946
www.whoour.org

This downtown Rochester resale store is fully staffed by volunteers. The products are primarily for women, but they also carry kids clothes and home furnishings.  All proceeds are donated to the Rainbow Connection, an organization that helps children suffering from life-threatening illnesses.

Encore Upscale Resale

29080 Southfield Rd
Southfield, MI 48076
(248) 552-1555
www.encoreupscale.com

Encore Upscale Resale's proceeds aren't donated to a non-profit, but they are donated to one local school, Southfield Christian School.  They carry everything from home goods to toys to clothing for the entire family. It's a great place to do one-stop shop resale shopping.

ReSale Connection

204 S Main St
Rochester, MI 48307
(248) 656-0414
www.semich.assistanceleague.org

Here's another one that's in Downtown Rochester. They primarily cater to women and children, carrying clothing, house wares, jewelry, and toys. All proceeds are donated to the Assistance League, an organization that helps low-income children with their studies, basic needs, and much more.

Forget-Me-Not Thrift Store

1093 Fort St.
Lincoln Park, MI 48146
(586)219-0286
www.forgetmenotthriftstore.com

The Forget-Me-Not Thrift Store was opened memory a young woman who committed suicide. Her family opened it and gives all the proceeds to spread suicide prevention and mental health awareness.

Recycled Treasures

12101 Joseph Campau
Hamtramck, MI 48212
(313)826-7158
www.recycledtreasureshamtramck.org

Recycled Treasures isn't a clothing store. No, it's a home ware and furniture resale shop. All proceeds go to their 4 programs, including helping low-income families with home furnishings. Their next goal is to support a local food pantry.

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