Basic Needs Thrift Store - Basic Needs Inc. of South Washington County
Resource Name:Basic Needs Thrift Store - Basic Needs Inc. of South Washington County
address
6990 80th Street South, Suite 200, Cottage Grove, MN 55016
Eligibility
- Thrift Store: Open to all- Voucher Program: Must be initiated by a client's case manager or social service representative. No walk-in vouchers available.
Required documents
Vouchers: Referral form from community agency, church, or social service
Hours
- Thrift Shop: 10:30 am - 5:30 pm Monday - Friday
Website
https://www.basicneedsmn.orgApplication process
- Thrift Store: Call; walk in- Voucher Program: A caseworker must complete the referral form on the website and will be granted access to the Voucher Program Registration to gather basic demographic details. Once submitted, a Basic Needs staff member will reach out to the referred family to schedule an intake appointment. If eligible, the individual will receive a one-time-use voucher, valid for up to nine months, based on assessed need.
Fees
Donations accepted; fees vary; no fees for voucher program
Service area
MN
Other Information
Program Fees
- Sliding Scale/Reduced Fee
- No Fee
Application Process
- Walk In
Hours of Operation
- Open Saturday or Sunday
Items accepted as donations and sold include:- Blankets, quilts, bedspreads, linens, and towels- Books and toys- Gently used seasonal clothing- Household items including dishes, pots, pans, and utensils- Jewelry and watches- Records, CDs, portable stereos, and videos- Select furniture. No beds, only headboards and frames.- Shoes and boots- Small appliances and lamps; small televisions (no consoles)- Tools and toolboxesMaterial and old leather items are accepted for recycling purposes.NOTE: Vouchers are available for the thrift store to qualifying individuals.
Last Assured
07/15/2026
What's Here
Tools/EquipmentGeneral Clothing ProvisionWinter Clothing Donation ProgramsHousehold Tools/Equipment Donation ProgramsGeneral Furniture ProvisionKitchenwareBook Distribution ProgramsFurniture/Home Furnishings Donation ProgramsToy/Game Donation ProgramsThrift ShopsVideo/DVD/CD Donation ProgramsDonation Drop Off PointsBedding/Linen Donation ProgramsShoesElectronics/Small Appliance Donation ProgramsShoe Donation ProgramsGeneral Clothing Donation ProgramsBook/Magazine Donation ProgramsBedding/LinenToy Giveaway ProgramsGeneral Appliance ProvisionWinter ClothingKitchenware Donation Programs
Providing organization
Basic Needs Inc. of South Washington County
Provides a thrift store selling affordable items that support Basic Needs' programs and services for the community. Other services provided include an Emergency Voucher Program for the Basic Needs Thrift Store and a food market available to those in need.