S.A.V.E. Thrift Store

S.A.V.E. Thrift Store, which stands for Seahawk Academic & Vocational Education, is a community staple in Gig Harbor, Washington. All profits from the store directly benefit the Peninsula Hawks Scholarship Fund, providing awards to graduating seniors from Peninsula High School for their continuing education at vocational schools, community colleges, or four-year universities.

Shoppers can find a rotating inventory that includes clothing and shoes for all ages, household items, kitchenware, books, décor, small furniture pieces, jewelry, spirit wear, crafts, tools, and electronics. The store aims to offer solid value across various categories, reflecting the practical tastes of the Gig Harbor community. New donations often arrive on the sales floor early in the week, particularly on Mondays and Tuesdays.

The store is located at 14201 Purdy Lane Northwest and operates Monday through Saturday from 10 AM to 4 PM, closed on Sundays. Donations of clean, functional items like clothes, books, housewares, and small electronics are accepted Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 10 AM to 1 PM, but not on Wednesdays. They cannot accept large furniture, mattresses, large appliances, cribs, car seats, computers, monitors, TVs, food, chemicals, or printers due to limited space.

With a 4.7-star rating from 38 reviews on Google, S.A.V.E. Thrift Store is known for its community purpose and rewarding shopping experience. The accessible off-street parking makes it convenient for customers to load larger purchases.