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Basic Needs Thrift Store - Basic Needs Inc. of South Washington County

6990 80th Street South, Suite 200, Cottage Grove, MN 55016

Eligibility

Thrift Store: Open to All. Voucher Program: Open to residents of Dakota, Ramsey, and Washington counties and must be initiated by a client's case manager or social service representative.

Required documents

Vouchers: Referral form from community agency, church, or social service

Hours

Thrift Shop: 10:30 am - 5:30 pm Monday - Friday 10:30 am - 4 pm Saturday 12 noon - 4 pm SundayDonations: 11 am - 4 pm Monday, Wednesday 11 am - 3 pm Saturday

Application process

A caseworker must complete the referral form on website, and will be granted access to the Voucher Program Registration to gather basic demographic details. Once submitted, a Basic Needs staff member will reach out to the referred family to schedule an intake appointment. If eligible, the individual will receive a one-time-use voucher, valid for up to nine months, based on assessed need.

Fees

Donations accepted; fees vary by service - No charge with referral

Service area

Dakota County, MN Ramsey County, MN Washington County, MN

Other Information

Program Fees

  • Sliding Scale/Reduced Fee

Hours of Operation

  • Open Saturday or Sunday
Items accepted as donations and sold include:- Blankets, quilts, bedspreads, linens, and towels- Books and toys- Gently used seasonal clothing- Household items including dishes, pots, pans, and utensils- Jewelry and watches- Records, CDs, portable stereos, and videos- Select furniture. No beds, only headboards, and frames- Shoes and boots- Small appliances and lamps; small televisions (no consoles)- Tools and toolboxesMaterial and old leather items are accepted for recycling purposesOffers thrift store voucher program to qualifying individuals

Last Assured

04/19/2025

Providing organization

Basic Needs Inc. of South Washington County
Thrift store and food pantry