The Salvation Army

I have been going to opportunity shops ever since I got my first job.
Being a low income earner these stores made it possible to buy great clothes, shoes and homewares. I am now really disappointed with the prices.
These stores are not necessarily for the poor any more, If I wanted to buy new products I would go to Kmart, they are actually cheaper with some things, I don't, cause I like old/used its just hit and miss with some of the prices, just be aware and know your product value.
These stores are still my faves.

She's white, thin and wears glasses. She yelled at an older woman at the cash register with, "You keep interrupting me and I'm trying to explain..." The older woman was only asking a question about a coupon discount. The employee sounded condescending, a control freak, with no people skills.

We have a schedule pick up today to donate some items, including 2 fridges in perfect working condition. One of them had a dent/little rust on one of the doors and the other one a "stain" on the side, due to these "issues" they didn't take them. I was in absolute shock! I call them because I thought they were helping people in need. Their reasoning for not taking them was "because they couldn't sell them like that". I thought this charity helped veterans and people in need and were not in place "to make a profit". I will NEVER donate to them again.
Habitat for humanity took them in a heart beat... this was very disappointing.

I literally had a couch that had no stain or tears. The legs needed to be put on ($10 from Amazon) but the couch it self was in perfect condition. It was part of a set that cost over $7000 brand new and they came to pick it up and wouldn't take it due to the legs. Quit honestly I don't know how or why you'd pass that up. Someone in need definitely would have loved that couch. I don't understand why I would donate to you at all if you would pass up something that was in such good condition. Then they said they just take things to fund missions only- like they are selling to the rich to fund…? No, not really how that works. Anyway I'll be giving to better charities from now on out.

I used to love to buy used stuff at salvation army but starting this year everything gets only junk and expensive. I don't where is the good stuff, they took them away somewhere else, or somebody is taking advantage of the good items and we the customers only get the junk they left. A lot of pieces broken because nobody cares. The only value thing you guys take to the store are broken and a high price. What a shame. This year i didn't buy not even half than what i bought last year.

Scheduled THREE times for SA to pick up from a home that had a lot of items that I listed on line to let whomever know it would be a big order. The organization is impossible to reach by phone and no one every replies to an email request. This morning was the last straw, three times in less than 24 hours I had received 'three different ' pick up times (this pickup had been scheduled for 3 weeks) then Tracy the gal that had asked me to send photos of the items, which I had and she had replied in an email thanking me, finally talked to her in real life and she claimed I had not sent pictures and I reminded her that she had replied to my email with the pictures... the organization is not organized and I have put in to much of my time to be put on hold for time and time again trying to reach someone and then having them cancel this morning after waiting three weeks for the appointment. Many of my friends have asked me to use SA but I will not again. Sorry but this is how it played out.

Salvation Army furniture pick up!
Sean Guthrie and Scott Henry were professional, sensitive and attentive to our family's needs regarding the removal of our passed love ones furniture.
I would strongly recommend this service and these gentlemen!

A few weeks ago I had an at home pickup from Salvation Army. Everything about the experience was great. Someone contacted me to notify me approximately when their representatives would arrive at my house. Their timing was perfect. Specifically I want to mention that Orlando and Tommy were great representatives of the SA. They both were friendly, helpful and professional. After arrival they wasted no time loading the multiple furniture items I was donating. They were personable, which made my experience enjoyable. Kuddos to Tommy and Orlando for a great job assisting me. I would not hesitate to donate to SA again. My only disappointment was that they could not accept my piano as a donation. 🙁 Thank you to Orlando and Tommy and The Salvation Army.

The Salvation Army has assisted me with pickup donations since, 2013. Each member, from the phone, to driver and movers are kind, courteous, informative, efficient and helpful. They always do the job quietly, quickly and neatly. They are always on time and meet all commitments. It is evident
That they have a true heart to serve and bless. In-person donations are also very easy and they are welcoming of the donations. I appreciate what they do to help communities across the globe and am grateful that I can help them, to make it happen. Thank you, Salvation Army!

I saw their eBay auction of Udonis Haslem game worn jersey. The jersey had a MeiGray patch with a serial number. I contacted MeiGray and provided the serial number of the jersey. Turns out the jersey was never game worn. The worst part is that I messaged them right away and sent the screenshot of MeiGray reply. I got no response, they didn't take the auction down, didn't update the detailsof the auction to clarify that the jersey is not actually game worn.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, my family was in a financial crisis. Fortunately, we found the generous hearts of The Salvation Army. They helped us with food every week (using correct COVID-19 protocols), they offer free used clothing and other household items, including a microwave to replace ours when it had broken. They offer daily lunches to those in need. My favorite part of the lunch is the prayer before we eat. If you have a prayer request, you may fill out a small form to be read by the pastors. They don't force religion on you but instead, offer you God's Salvation with open arms should you want to attend Christian based services. They give out free winter hats, scarves, gloves, & mittens as well as winter coats. They run the Red Kettle program every winter and out of this donated money, $0.82 of every $1.00 goes back into the organization towards helping the needy! I could go on all day about how they help the world so go check out their websites!

I scheduled a donation pick up with the Bradenton Salvation Army. In the course of picking up the items LAST MONTH, they broke the closing arm on the screen door. Their building is spitting distance from my home. They must have maintenance people. They won't send their guy over to put the screws back in the arm. I have to deal with their insurance company. I have to FIND a handyman to come over and fix it. I have to send them a receipt, THEN WAIT to be reimbursed. I shouldn't have the burden of cleaning up their mess. No more money for their bell ringers, no more donations. MINUS ZERO STARS

Recently went to the Slavation Army to find 1980's clothes for my child's school event. (Can't believe I should have kept some of mine for a retro costume!) we found a couple items for her costume but I also found a pair of Lucky Jeans & a cute dress for myself! It happened to be Discount Monday & we got the deal of the century with every item about $7. I'm going to have to scrounge through the racks again now! That was fun! (The only annoyance is having to get the dressing room unlocked every time you want to try something on.)

Friendly staff, great rare items. I don't know what else to say, I don't like st. Charles. Downtown bks disappoints. I guess I'm not a right wing nut, and I'm not left, what's with this political stuff, I'm a moderate. It's easy to see what really matters. Hate the sin, not the sinner. If we were perfect we'd already be in heaven.

I have been calling the salvation army in garland for over a month now just to see how to apply for the boys & girls club and still have not yet received a call back, go up there and no one is there but the business hour say they open...I'm lost with that one
I thought the salvation was for the people but I guess they for themselves too!
Smh this has become a nonchalant organization!

I pray that y'all would love and act like christians as y'all claim to be

I schedule a pick up for futon couches, I know there is a no rip, stain or tear policy. The futons were fairly new, it did have small tears that I repaired, the driver said even if the tear is repaired it cannot be taken. I accepted it and thanked them, but the driver just felt the need to continuously insult me saying, "Oh you really tried, and let me see the other one your repaired just for laughs" and "I hope you are moving into a house" they wouldn't stop until I just cut them off and said thank you for your service, I apologize that you all had to make this trip, take care and drive safe. " Their behavior was so disgusting and unnecessary.

What a joke. They do not take care of their employees. Store 2 has lost such a great team do due higher ups are so power hungry. Our dearest friend got murdered And they wouldn't even allow us to put a donation bin out for her cremation. She dedicated almost 10 years and they treated her like she's just a number. We had a great team and because someone wanted to steal they blamed the whole crew and fired them. Gary and Tammy are narcissistic manipulative liers and push you until you brake. Then they laugh and write you up.
The program to help addicts is a great program but working for them is a joke.