Reviews of Hope Ministries Thrift Store. (Thrift Store) in Des Moines (Iowa).

Hope Ministries Thrift Store

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500 E Army Post Rd, Des Moines, IA 50315, United States

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This place has a very good rate, they treat their customers well and you’ll feel welcome, super recommended

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Reviews of Hope Ministries Thrift Store

Elaine Smith

Always friendly staff and great deals. Got these stiffel lamps for next to nothing

JC Sixtos

The prices are a little higher than what you would expect. For those of us who can see the greater value of the charitable purpose, then that is not a problem but for someone who doesn't, then that becomes a problem. I saw old hats there for close to $10, I mean they are hats and they are not the greatest quality or have a recognizable emblem. They need to put some music here, the shopping experience is awkward cause you can hear everything in the store. Music would be kind of nice, like the rest of the thirst stores in town. I give it a 4 star cause overall my shopping experience was good.

Jason White

Hope is a good spot to support a good cause...there are some treasures here, sometime they are few and far between.

tiffani smith

Great prices for sure, and amazing employees! Bought a couch there a few years ago for cheap and recently decided we needed a new one. Wanted a sectional and the second we walked in, we saw one in great shape for only $240. I love that over time they lower the prices, and make things affordable for people. They have a large selection of items and the people that work there are beyond kind and helpful! By far my favorite thrift shop!

Bryan Welch

Good source for quality clothing, toys, furniture, and other items. Prices are sometimes quite good. Staff is always friendly and helpful.

JCJ Lightly

I have shopped at this location and love it!! They make it a point to make shopping there a wonderful experience! Personally I believe the store has a great selection of name brand clothing. The prices are very affordable. They are very well displayed. The employees working there go out of their way to help you and are very kind. The book selection is awesome; they carry fiction, non-fiction and children's books too. They have a nice selection of art work, kitchen glassware, shoes, jackets, coats for both men, women and children. I enjoy shopping there so much I go about once a week. I am not looking for antiques. I am shopping to save money and provide jobs for their employees. I highly recommend this store!!

Jane Goche

The only thing I didn't like is the had watches behind the counter . I looked at the and the were not working . I ask the lady how much and she said 4.99. I could go to a store get get one that works for five dollars. And they didn't even now if it was the battery. They should not be selling if the don't work. And they don't know if they ever worked.

Casandra Robinson

This use to be one of my favorite spots, but they are getting greedy and raising their prices and canceling discounts. Their clothes selection for women, boys and girls is great and I've come across some unique furniture pieces but those are usually over priced. It's sad to see greed get to these places. It's like they forget or just don't care that they got all that stuff for free so turning around and selling it for just under department store prices seems messed up to me.

Bobbi Brown

The Encore store on Armypost in Des Moines has always been my favorite thrift store, I have shopped there since it opened. The store is always very clean and well organized, and the majority of the staff are very friendly, welcoming, and helpful. I have always found their items in great condition with a good variety and very reasonably priced. After not visiting the store for several months due to Covid, I was recently shocked during my visit a few days ago. The prices on everything have skyrocketed, ridiculously overpriced. Even for tiny little knickknacks, most were $3 or more when previously they were .99 cents. A recliner that previously would have been around $25-30 is now $65, and a nothing special end table was $55. I was sorely disappointed and left with only one pair of $10 blue jeans that I later found to have a cigarette butt in the pocket.

Laura Burriola

I have shopped here for years usually a few times a month however I will not be shopping here anymore. They have taken away there colored coded discounts 25% 50% and 70% away due to new management. The discount was a way to buy when prices were a little higher then what you would find at other thrift stores. Their prices are way to high now. I usually shop for clothes for my 3 year old granddaughter and sometimes for other things. I will not buy used clothing that I can buy new for not much more money in stores with sales etc. I also will not donate anything here anymore. I donate so that people who can't afford new can find quality items at prices they can afford this is not that store. It's sad that a Christian based business set up to help those in need has lost sight of what their mission is about.

Joshua Duggan

Nice and well keep store. A little pricey for what I was looking for suit top $20 and suit bottom $20.

Sienna Gorrell

The store appears to be clean. My one concern is that I don't know how often they're sanitizing the fitting rooms. They have an okay selection of clothes. Great prices and everything seemed to be in good condition.

Debora Hudson

This Thrift store is very clean, well taken care of. The prices can be a little high for me (anything over a couple of bucks is close to my dollar limit) I was here twice in the last week,once looking for a Flannel Shirt for my 93 year old Dad (lots of shirts, just not the kind Dad wanted, 2 pockets, etc.) and then looking for a Summer. Dress for me, size 1,2 or 3 X, none that would work for me, had some decent choices though : ) plenty of parking, they were very busy today : ) The cashier was friendly, said Thank you for coming in, even though I didn't buy anything. I will be back : )

Chelsea Smith

It's super organized, clean, spacious, and staffed with amazing people. The only issue for me was most clothes are geared towards older individuals. I found awesome jeans but the tops were not for anyone under 40ish.

Lesa Ouimet

Once again treasures galore. Fun place to shop. Closes at 7pm M-F. Not sure of times on weekends.

franklin

Clean , well kept , pricing is very reasonable, cards are accepted, if you want to help the cause further ( like Goodwill ) you can round up to nearest dollar or add a donation to your purchase .

Tanya Morris

I always can find something here that I like. They never seem to be out of drinking glasses, picture frames, or baskets if you need one to gift with. Donate even one useable thing and get 10% off your entire purchase one-time for that same day. Their people are always helpful and professional. I watch the tag colors of the week also. Can't say enough good about the Encore stores, and take it to heart that they use the money for a greater cause to help others who really need a hand!

Karen

I love this store, the clerks are polite,curtious, and very attentive and friendly. My only complaint is the jeans seem a little high for being 2nd hand. Otherwise its great!

Jl Shh

I Love this place!!! The stuff is quality or it won't be sold there! And I REALLY like that the money I pay stays local and helps alot of people who really need help. They are affiliated with the Bethel Mission, who offers a hot meal for anyone who shows up. So necessary and kind! ❤

Faith Ferra

The only thing that was a little disappointing was that 1clothing item didn't have a price tag & the cashier said she couldn't sell it today then. Otherwise nice experience. We'll be back.

Kristy Hook

I love this store! Stire clean and well organized. Good value and good selection.

paul menzel

Great selection and low prices. Best of all the mens' slacks are arranged according to waist size and they even write the inseam on the sale tag. Why don't other thrive stores do that?

Pat Frisby

Friendly staff. Clean store. Items clearly marked. Daily markdown according to color of tags. Good prices. Clean products and clothing. Plenty of parking free.

Aaron Tolzmann

Great selection of stuff.

Deb DUez

Feel great about having a place to drop off items...the staff is always helpful attentive and friendly...we really don't need things...but always find something for someone...we love nostalgia and fun finds...we miss you when we get too busy to stop....and we feel you're providing a great service to the community...what our kids can't use ...we bring to you and we always find something...the grandkids love it too...Thanks for the service you bring to the Southside..You're all doing a great job!!!!!

tonytoog t

Prices are a bit high for thrift store, but it's a good cause. Friendly staff too!

Kevin Jenkins

Have been here many times and have purchased quite a few items. Each item I've purchased has been in pretty good condition and has served my needs quite well.

Jean Johnson

Love this store. Clean. Doesn't smell like most thrift stores. Friendly service. Great prices!

Nida Flombo

The new manager has taken the discount away and did not replace it.this discouraged me so much.we go shopping in there because of the discount. Please bring it back.rate them

Jo Smith

This is a clean, well-kept,second hand Shop with quality items nicely displayed. Also the staff genuinely seems to be happy to be there to help you.

Nikki B

Great store! Clean, well organized, great prices and very nice store employees.

Jerrie Munyon

I like comin to ur store u all greet people with a smile and u all dont try to get people too buy stuff they dont want

Angie Balmer

Never know what u might find. Some things a little pricey for a thrift store, but just know your prices. Very clean

Joyce C

Wonderfully organized and always clean. Great friendly staff and atmosphere.

CJ Bloyer

Good selection. Good social distancing protocols. They do good work in the community as well, so that's important.

JoAnna Russell

Great staff, love the music, prices are high, but it goes to the ministry, was told 100% stays in Des Moines, nice nice nice stuff,. Very clean,

Julie Skalberg

Very nice thrift store.

Margaret Beener

Staff friendly, willing to answer questions, and very helpful! Store is clean and well organized.

Sharon Dingeman

My experience is always good. I love this store. Everyone is friendly and helpful.

Troy Bowman

Newer thrift store in the Metro. Same as the Encore on Merle Hay. Very clean, a bit on the churchy-side, but with some good values.

Cesar Martinez

They have quality items but they've recently removed the sticker discounts

Richard Chelson

A great shopping experience and a wide selection of items at great prices.

Steve Neofotist

Nice clean thrift store operated by Hope Ministries. Clothing well marked with sizes

Diana Brown

2nd hand store for a very good cause ( Hope Ministries) and not overly priced like a couple of the other 2nd hand stores.

Teena Montgomery

I really like and enjoy shopping here. The staff is very pleasant

John Mathew

It seemed clean and organized. They do well to rotate their stock.

Angie

Always pleased with experience here. Love the changes. Volunteers are so polite.

LLiam Bicsak

BEST Thrift in town! LOVE the 25-50-75% off tags EVERY week...

James Garswah

My visit to Encore thrift store was great, I found every moment worth my time. Thanks

Josefina Beltran

I love this store.always find great deals

J.D. Pflughaupt

Not terrible, but beyond clothes the selection of stuff seems limited.

Carolyn Sheriff

Good place for discount and nice things. Some name brand

Stacie Goldsmith

Well organized and clean for a thrift store.

Meki Banda BCoMS (BCoMS)

Good place to find antique items but not electronics.

EmBee

Wonderful store, great prices, awesome staff!

johnnie walker

Very clean. Nice layout and the ladies working were extremely friendly.

Renee Nichols

New items everyday. Very clean and organized store.

Joshua Jones

Great place, Christian family owned, Good selection, good prices.

glen hanson

I love the prices. New merchandise every day

Steve Petersen

Great inventory and super clean! Nice place!

Jan Herrera

Can't wait til it re-opens! Love💘it! God Bless! 😇 …

DONNA HOPKINS

Great deals and nice staff .

hailey spieker

I love this place! It's always very clean and organized!!

Steve Nelson

Nice and clean, frankly staff

Sherri Stufflebeem

Clean, well organized. Great staff!

Dave Schubert

Nice variety of late 20th century clothes, furniture, books, electronics, and toys.

Odd Fellow Consultant

Great buys and relaxed people. Thanks!

Josie Woodward

Nice, clean, organized thrift store. Love it!

Jackie Ingle-Moughler

Excellent place. Good variety and nice service.

Denis Wolf-Keith

Clean and average to slightly higher priced than many thrift stores.

Craig Miracle

Great place. Amazing prices.

June Steckline

Great place to find bargains and help the less fortunate.

Colleen Bonar

Faith oriented, awesome books for kids of all sizes.

Schuler Schuler

I was impressed with how clean and orderly everything was.

Terri Welch

Kind of expensive for a thrift store

Sara Fagg

Good variety of used goods. Raises money for a good cause.

robert ackelson

Great prices and friendly staff

Revell Green

Well managed. Supports those in need.

Kerry Do

Good prices, variety, clean, organized.

Geneva Parker

Fun place to thrift and for a very worthy cause.

Andrea Coco

I love shopping here

Brian Deney

Great service as well as shopping

Michele Whelan

Clean, well organized thrift store

S Watson

Great place, prices, products, and people!!!

prussian millionaire

Great and nice service.

Kendra A

Always love browsing around Encore!!

Patty Lozano

Some items are highly priced.

Jodie Bell

Clean, friendly, great pricing!

Carol Barth

It has good used clothing

Liliegamer 12

Little experience but worth the visit

Brendalee Lyell-Keate

No big sizes, all small sizes

Troy Herriott

A lot of deals if you look

Jeffrey McNeeley

Clean and tidy with friendly help

David Scott

Great place to buy

Tanecia Walker

Good deals.

Andrea Breeze

Great thrift store.

Elizabeth Hansen

Great thrift store.

Geri Rhoades

Neat and clean

Lynne Hites

Very clean place!

Crystal FOOTE

Love it

Brenda Stewart

Clean and organized.

Dorothy Taylot

Love this store

Shirley Carver

A lot of variety

Boom Dynamite

Medium selection

Deb Nichols

Its clean,

James Wilcoxson

Love this place

Ana Tovar

I love this place

Richard West

Never been

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