TRU Hospice Thrift Store

I really liked the store when it first opened and was in its original location further west on Arapahoe but even before they moved seemed to be becoming higher priced than it should be for a store that *gets all of its merchandise donated*. When it moved to its current location the prices escalated dramatically and have continued to increase faster than the rate of inflation. I recall buying multiple pairs of shoes, outfits, jewelry, books and maybe a piece of wall art on a single visit. Now I’m appalled by the prices and am unlikely to purchase anything unless I really want it or has somehow escaped the over eager inflated tagging that seems to happen so often there.
I don’t know who all these people are who think they’re getting a deal of some sort shopping there; I beg to differ. They also throw away a large percentage of the donations. With the name change I sort of wonder if it’s become a for-​profit store that only needs to donate a small percentage of total sales to a given nonprofit in order to provide tax donation receipts. Ares in Boulder falls in that category, Savers did as well and I’m sure there are many, many others in the surrounding area like that.
The last time I went in there, sure there were some nice things but there were water stained books also, ugly acrylic yarn priced as for fine wools, inexpensive jewelry priced as fine jewelry, rank beginner and mass produced corporate art (you know, high end hotel room art and corporations that want to book «nice» but are actually rather sterile) priced as «real art», etc. i’m not sure what the deal is with these overpriced «thrift» stores. Do they think they get better Donations if they price their merchandise higher? Are they like people in higher end neighborhoods that don’t want to let their property be sold for a reasonable price at a garage sale because they know what they paid and want to be compensated with that in consideration? Who knows? I just know I probably won’t shop there again, nor will I donate.

Visiting a lovely lady in Boulder– she had said I would love this store– especially it was 50% off everything in store, with all proceeds going to hospice, a very noble cause.
She did not lie.
I bought three printed silk scarves– one was Dolce & Gabbana, two silk slips– one Nicole Miller, the other VS (new with the original retail store tags on!), three pairs of high heeled stillettos: black patent Joan and David, pink suede Dolce Vita and blue and white Iron Fist, a drapey black dress by Velvet, a fitted Rolling Stones tee, a backless gray long sleeved cotton tee, a gold jeweled hair comb, a stack of books, a new-​in package pampered chef orange peeler, a black leather wristlet purse, a vintage print Paella apron, a long vintage tablecloth– it was awesome. I even found in the back of a dresser drawer in a corner a brand-​new Agent Provocateur bra, new, with all the original retail tags, in my size, for $ 1.50. No I did not misplace that decimal point… a steal. Add two more zeros and you are ready there for the store/​website retail price. It was insane. I paid $ 50 for all that listed above plus a metal reusable water bottle.
What wasn’t insane was the kindness of the shoppers and especially the gracious helpful patience of those working. I was thrilled. To the person who donated all those fabulous stilettos in 7 ½– thank you, thank you kindly.
I held back. Let us have a moment of silence for the things I did not buy– a brand new aero garden, a kitchen aid sorbet/​ice cream maker, a stack of books including Julie and Julia, a brilliant Rachel Roy fuschia cocktail dress, a dreamy white beaded maxiskirt, a cute gray and scarlet Betsey Johnson leopard knit convertible turban/​beret hat, a pair of vibrant orange size nine (I’m a 7 ½) heels with a sunset painted on the heels, all the cocktail glasses in every conceivable color you can imagine and finally, the metal water bottle with clasp that I did buy that my boyfriend lost no less than hours later. It was $ 1 but sells retail for $ 18 (the retail store tag was still on it). Moment of silence. Good news is, there’s really great items still there for you to buy!
I had to buy a box to fed-​ex my purchases back to Chicago. Totally worth it. Go!

I love the Hospice Thrift Store! I have been shopping and volunteering there since they opened. The store is a virtual kaleidoscope of ever changing fabulously fun and useful items. The volunteers are wonderful and Lynn always gives me such a warm welcome. I have noticed recently that the prices on a few items do seem slightly higher than they have been in the past but then I turn around and find an absolute treasure that I feel should have been priced even higher. That’s the beauty of shopping there!!! There are numerous sale opportunities, many times ½ price, throughout each week and a special 20% off day for seniors 55 and older on Wednesdays!!! I wonder if the slightly higher priced items give the regular customers more of an opportunity to shop before other resale buyers clear the store out!!! I can’t recommend this thrift shop highly enough!!! I go there just to say hello often times… and inevitably return home with something I simply can’t live without!!!

My favorite Boulder Valley thrift store. They always have a great selection of items, and they have great prices. They are good at pulling out items that are broken or just junk. We moved out of Boulder a couple of years ago, so I don’t get to go there as often as I used to, but when I do, I am never disappointed.

Best Thrift shop in boulder county !!
Great Prices! I almost always find something unique or AMAZING !!!
I love how cheap I can get furniture for.
Oh The ½ days and sale days ARE THE BEST!!!
Keep up the good work Hospice !!!

I am in a love-​hate relationship with Hospice Care Thrift Shop, and after yesterday, I do not believe I will be continuing to shop there.
I am a frequent shopper, and I have spent a lot of money there (can’t tell you how many of those frequent shopper cards I’ve filled). I’ve donated lots of goods and clothing, and money as well.
The outrageous prices are the reason why I no longer want to shop at hospice. Nothing is more outrageous than the furniture prices, but there are also the occasional shoes that I get so excited to stumble upon… until I read the price tag, ($ 30, $ 40…what??? I can buy a new pair of shoes for less. No way!)
What happened to the days where thrift stores were FOR lower income people to benefit themselves? This is not a thrift store, it’s a high end used boutique, just slightly dirtier.
I understand its for charity. BUT THERE IS A DELICATE BALANCE, and they are tipping the scale. I’ve been thrift shopping for years, out of necessity and for the love of finding a good treasure. Hospice makes it nearly impossible to get that special feeling of finding something special for a great price – because they’re so neurotic about overpricing everything, that I end up begrudgingly buying something I really want, but not feeling like I got a deal. You’re SUPPOSED to feel like you get a good deal… these are items that have been used, discarded, and given to you for no money at all.
You should really listen to your customers, and the numerous reviews that are telling you to PLEASE lower your prices so that people who can’t afford a whole lot can still support you.

I am not a buyer, but a donor. I am at a point in my life that I am de-​cluttering and replacing older and worn household items. The money from sales here stays right with the Boulder Hospice organization and they are a valuable resource and I am happy that I can support them.
The volunteers who work here are really friendly and the pick up crew for my sofas was right on time and so pleasant to deal with. The small stuff I drop off during their business hours.
My friends who do shop here seem to think that the pricing is really fair and the selection is good. As with most places in Boulder, they take lots of sofas at the beginning of the CU school year, so plan ahead.

I check out this thrift store every so often, the money goes to a really great cause. The prices are great and the staff is really nice. They do have a nice selection of dishes and accessories. I picked up my mom a bunch of clip-​on earrings that came from Macy’s. The staff is also really sweet. My boyfriend also picked up a bunch of old cd’s.
As much as I like to support this place I have to be honest and say that it’s sort of a hit or miss with the selection. The selection of clothes isn’t great, at least for me. I’ve rarely found anything there when I’ve shopped for my boyfriend or myself for different occasions. It probably has to do with the demographic and the type of people that donate. I stick to this place for the other home items, accessories, and furniture.
One great thing to note– they have a rewards card! If you spend $ 10, they check off a box, and then after 10 you get $ 5 off (I think, I may be slightly off with the deal). All in all it’s a good deal and those boxes can surprisingly add up quickly.

We wound up in the parking lot of this wonderful thrift stop by accident, we were trying to make our way to Avery and turned a bit too soon. But I do believe everything does happen for a reason, and that wrong turn was no mistake! I love thrift stores, oh my, soo much. I can wander for hours in the aisles browsing all the obsure goodies and finding sweet little treasures. I find it all very entertaining, my husband not so much. I also am a huge advocate for hospice, and honestly foresee a career in this field. So as you can see, no mistake on the wrong turn :)
We both enjoyed this thrift shop. The clothes were great, I found a lovely sweater that fit. The books were fantastic. I picked up a few children’s books for my niece. All in all, I spent less than $ 5.00! It didn’t seem like enough, I wanted to give more! The selection of furniture was also very nice, I would have purchased a dresser, but we were not going back to Denver after so that would have been a problem. I also found a set of dishes I wanted to get, but quickly realized the need vs want won, and I really did not need.
The store was clean and staff was so nice. The selection of goods is vast, and not junk! I recommend to anyone to check out this store, treat yourself to a little thrift store treasure, and feel good about it at the end of the day because you are supporting a wonderful cause!

Shopping at this thrift store directly benefits HospiceCare of Boulder and Broomfield counties. It is a gigantic & well-​run thrift store, with orderly racks and shelves, clothing sorted by size, and of course by age and gender and category also. They have creative sales and specials weekly, and more often at times. Good quality furniture, which goes fast. Reasonable prices for the good quality of merchandise they receive as donations. I saw all sorts of great Valentine ideas there today, and they even have a greeting card rack with very affordable new greeting cards. Friendly service, and it is possible to apply to be a volunteer, if you feel inspired!