Peoples Ministry Thrift Shop - Simcoe, Ontario

SuziQ

A community support store like no other! I gave it 5 stars for the following reasons;
1. Owner (Donna) is a super kind, friendly and generous person! Her store serves those less fortunate🙏🏼❤️
2. Prices are very reasonable especially considering that she has “free” deals every day! I have gone shopping looking for items for people who are struggling and have been blessed with free baby furniture items for young moms. I still give her a money donation, which I believe those who can, should. I do wonder how she can make money, when she gives so much away though and most often her prices are way too low! It is my hope that all those shopping, who are financially stable or well off, still give Donna a donation so that she can support those less fortunate.
3. There is always a variety of items. A true treasure hunt experience!
4. She never seems to turn away my donations, in-spite of the fact that her store is super full.
5. Did I mention That Donna is super generous!!🙏🏼❤️ I brought my daughter by one day, as I was dropping off donations. She found some cute napkin rings in a box, new, and when Donna told her that they were free, she couldn’t believe it! Never before have we experienced such generosity from a thrift store! Most places are way over priced considering items are donated to them. Not this place!! Anyway, my daughter insisted on giving her at least 1/2 of the price tag value. She still felt she had gotten a tremendous deal….which she had!

Anyway, I truly believe that this establishment is a diamond in the rough! I have observed the love she shows to others who come in! She treats everyone with kindness and respect!

A few changes that I think would benefit both Donna and shoppers;
1. Sold items and boxes that she does not wish people to rummage through be kept from shopping zones.
2. A bit more organization, which I would love to help her with!

MrTylers25

Donna is the sweetest and most generous person! Please support her customers and the community members that rely on her service. Well done, you are amazing

Marty &. D.

A great place if you enjoy rummaging around to find treasures. Ended up getting getting a bunch of toys for a great deal! Older mother and daughter duo running the store seem happy to be there 🙂 it’s nice when you enjoy what you do! The only reason for the 4 star is that some spots in the store are a little less accessible, but that’s an easy fix. But you get the deals by rummaging to find the goods, so I’m happy I put the work in.

**EDIT after owners response. These bins I’m talking about are directly on the sales floor, with no indication of “sold”. They have a bunch of good stuff and also junk mixed in. If you have merchandise that’s sold, it should definitely be behind the sales desk. A lot of stuff is not organized within the store, so I can understand why some customers may be confused as to what is actually available for purchasing. But yes, sold items should definitely not be left out, or if so, should be marked SOLD with a sign attached.

Alisha C.

I haven't shopped here but I regularly donate. I like that in addition to selling items, they give things away for free as well to people in my own community. I think they are doing a great thing.

Emma S.

Very few marked prices but prices are low. Large selection of FREE books and games

Crystal T.

Awful prices way over priced for used furniture says he’s religious, but will screw you over financially. Got a love, Simcoe.

Gifted M.

Staff not following proper COVID guidelines at all. Each member was not wearing a mask which made the experience very uncomfortable overall

Amanda Z.

Really friendly owner. Lots of treasures to be found. We enjoyed our visit and will be back again.