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College shopping can get expensive fast. Discover surprising school supplies and dorm essentials you can thrift at Goodwill to stretch your budget without sacrificing style or function.

Goodwill of Greater Milwaukee & Chicago is welcoming eight new Community Collaborators to help inspire more people to shop secondhand through authentic storytelling. Meet the creators, discover what makes each of them unique and learn what they're most excited to share throughout the remainder of the year.

Go behind the scenes of Goodwill of Greater Milwaukee & Chicago's first-ever Creator Summit, where influencers, content creators and community collaborators connected through creativity, education and secondhand storytelling.

Goodwill receives donations of “Tiffany” jewelry regularly. To ensure we do not misrepresent fake Tiffany jewelry as real, we inspect each piece. Here's what we look for when we're trying to spot fake Tiffany jewelry.

Inspired by the Met Gala and childhood quilting traditions, this creative project transforms thrifted materials into a couture-inspired quilt that celebrates storytelling through fabric.

Looking for thrifted wedding ideas? Meet our Thrifted Ever After winners and see how couples are using secondhand decor, vintage fashion, and sustainable wedding style to create meaningful celebrations.

Donating to Goodwill is one of the easiest ways to give your items a second life while supporting job training and community programs. Here’s everything you need to know—from what to donate to how the process works.

Planning a wedding doesn’t have to mean buying everything new. Discover five creative thrifted wedding ideas — from vintage centerpieces to unique favors — that add personality and charm to your big day

Introducing our new Community Collaborators: creators bringing secondhand to life through fashion, home finds, DIY, and everyday thrift wins. Expect big style, smart tips, and lots of treasure-hunt energy.

Many of today’s donors generously contribute electronic devices to support our mission. Learn about electronics recycling at Goodwill and how to prepare your donation.

Have you ever wondered if your donation to Goodwill actually makes a difference? The answer is YES - it does! Learn how Goodwill makes a difference in local communities and get answers to FAQs and myths about donating to Goodwill.

Shopping at a Goodwill Outlet (often called the Goodwill Bins) is a truly unique experience. If you’ve never visited an outlet, you’re in for the ultimate treasure hunt! Goodwill Outlet stores are perfect for anyone hoping to find bargain prices on thrifted items.

When shopping for vintage jewelry, it’s important to understand what you are buying. If you are interested in vintage or antique costume jewelry for sale, here’s what to look for.

Oversized jackets, clean layers and workwear staples - all thrifted for under $20. This is how to build a winter fit that actually holds up.

Style Pantone’s Color of the Year for under $25 with thrifted finds! Play with coordinating hues, layer textures and accessorize for personality. Affordable, chic and effortlessly stylish.

Learn how to turn thrifted frames into cozy winter wall décor with easy DIY ideas using Goodwill finds, paint, decoupage paper, and a little sparkle.

Learn simple tips for thrifting holiday decor on a budget. From shopping year-round to repurposing items creatively, these ideas will help you find unique pieces and make your home festive without spending a lot.

Winter doesn’t have to mean sacrificing style for warmth. Discover how to embrace layering, texture and structure to create outfits that feel intentional, expressive and effortlessly chic, even in the coldest months.