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Fort Bliss Thrift & Gift Shops
Thrift Shop
Looking for a way to get involved? The Thrift Shop is always looking for enthusiastic volunteers.
Volunteers
We welcome anyone over the age of 18 to come in and volunteer with us. If you have a child that is 12-15 years of age, they can come volunteer with a parent.
We have a broad range of opportunities available for our volunteers, as well as a dedicated core group of volunteers that is sure to make your time in the Fort Bliss Thrift Shop enjoyable.
The FBSA understands that volunteers are the backbone of our organization, as such, we go above and beyond to ensure our volunteers needs are met and their hard work rewarded. Come and volunteer with us! We will be grateful for any time you can provide—whether you have an hour or several hours to give. We cannot wait to welcome you to our family!
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Donations
Donation Bin
Your donations are desperately needed! You must follow instructions or your donations cannot be accepted. Donations must be clean and sanitized before donating, any items that are dirty or in disrepair will be thrown away. Thank you for understanding!
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There is a red donation bin located in the rear of the Thrift Shop facing Custer and the Youthplex. We accept most items for donation, however, please refrain from donating damaged, incomplete, soiled items and/or undergarments. Please drop off large donations (such as couches or furniture) during store hours.
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We do not accept the following:
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Car seats
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Bicycle helmets
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Tires
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Undergarments
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Socks
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Printers
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Computers
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Bed pillows
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Tube TVs
We do not have the ability to dispose of large or unserviceable items. Please do not leave your bulk trash at our donation areas.
Gift Shop
Our Gift Shop is also a great place to shop and get unique items for that special gift.
Consignments
Are you a crafter who specializes in Ft. Bliss, Military, El Paso, Texas, or Desert Themed Gifts? We're looking for you!
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We are open to all crafters - both civilian and military.
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One consignment account may be issued per family, and will not be issued for any MLM or independent consultant sales (Avon, Pampered Chef, Scentsy, etc.)
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Special orders should be completed in one week whenever possible.
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Consignors may provide their own displays if they will fit amongst the current rustic farmhouse decor and is approved.
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The Gift Shop will retain 25% of the sales price as commission, and payouts occur monthly.
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For more information or to apply to be a consigner, please contact us via email (retail@thefbsa.org) or click the link.
Consignments are conducted on a first come - first serve basis.
Limits and restrictions are placed on what we accept via consignment. Home-based businesses and MLMs are not allowed to consign their products. Please stop into the Thrift Shop during business hours to get detailed information regarding our consigning rules, regulations, and limits.