Assistance League of Tucson

A wonderful Thrift Shop run by volunteers! I found some great treasures there. The shop is clean, the items are well displayed unlike other Thrift Stores in town. Their online shop is fun to browse as well. You can tell that they take pride in their shop. The money they raise goes to great programs in Tucson.

I am torn about the AL thrift store because it is overpriced as several people mentioned; however, it is very well-organized and clean. I rarely get to come here because their hours are extremely unfriendly to anyone working a normal workday; they're only open 10-2 on weekdays and Saturday and their hours have been further reduced during COVID. You're very unlikely to get a deal here unless they happened to not recognize what they have, because most of the items are so overpriced. It feels like a boutique version of a thrift store. I collect vintage home decor and kitchen items so I have found quite a few nice items here along those lines, as I think the demographic of people donating here are older, well-to-do people (or they are selective about what they put out). All the clothing is styles that would appeal more to middle-aged/elderly folks (Chico's, Coldwater Creek, other drapey things). You're very unlikely to get a deal here unless they happened to not recognize what they have, because most of the items are so overpriced. It feels like a boutique version of a thrift store. Since COVID they started putting items online for pickup and they're even more overpriced than they were in the store to the point it feels like a joke; they're acting like it's a consignment shop or Poshmark at this point. Prices are 3-4 times what they should be for a THRIFT store. Before this I probably would've given AL a 3-4 star review, but seeing how they are marking up items like crazy to sell online really soured me to them.

One of the finest Charities in the entire area. This group as their main focus.. provide new school clothing for grade school needy children. Just think what it may be like as a second grader starting school when most others in your class have brand new clothes, shoes , backpacks and more. This Charity dressed thousands of Tucson children this year. In addition they provided toiletries, socks and more all new-- Supported by donations and from their Thrift Shop which is known as one of the best in town-- I love this all volunteer charity and after personally seeing the faces of these children receiving their clothes and leaving their notes of thanks behind--- I joined the list of volunteers--- This is a 5 star Tucson Charity--

After going to a bunch of thrift stores today, this one was like a breath of fresh air! Prices were fair-well organized-ppl were friendly and it smelled great! It's nice to go in a place that doesn't make you feel claustrophobic!

A pick up of donated furniture from a Tucson based non profit was scheduled. The non profit was moving the following week. A day before the pick up they were notified that the Assistance League driver was on vacation but a private driver was available at a cost of $600. Extremely poor behavior on the part of the Assistance League.

Love this Thrift shop! It's so clean and beautifully organized. Apparently it is all volunteer run so kudos to you all for a great job raising money for your philanthropic programs.

I have witnessed the Assistance League of Tucson operate for many years. They really come through for people.

Extremely friendly and efficient staff. They do have a mask policy still even for vaccinated customers and staff, which was completely fine with me. Although they have a lot of stuff, the selection was not great which could be because there were many people shopping. Some items seemed overpriced but they do have sticker sales so regulars probably have a routine and can get some deals.

I was in there recently and they called the cops on a woman who was outside their door asking patrons for bus fare. This store is operated by a CHARITY, and they call the cops on someone who just needs bus fare! Why didn't they give it to her, then she would have left which is apparently what they wanted! I wish I had given it to her, and would have if I'd realized what was going on.These little old rich white ladies are NOT charitable. I've heard other patrons in the store asking them where to go for social services and they say they have no idea. If you're operating a thrift store for a charity, you should be able to answer these questions. All they say is that they "only raise money for poor school kids" (implying that to hell with everyone else including their parents who needs some "assistance"!)I am boycotting this store because of this and hope others will do the same.Also, these rich old white ladies do nothing but talk talk talk to each other at the front counter. Obviously their only social outlet. They also comment on every purchase made by every patron, giving their opinion of how nice it is. You'd think they personally donated everything in there.The prices are double what other thrift stores are, too. These rich old white ladies overvalue everything they sell. It's not a thrift store, it's a resale store. Their heads are in the clouds as far as value of donated goods!!They also will not help you load any furniture because, in their own words "they're old ladies" and "volunteers". Well I' m an old lady too and I can load furniture. (One of them actually said this to me!)If you're gonna sell furniture, you gotta have someone who can load it for the buyers (how do they get it into the store but magically can't help you get it out when you buy it and thereby donate to their charity)--and not just the one husband that works there occasionally and hasn't got the spatial sense to know what will fit in a car trunk or SUV). And by the way, when the cops got there to talk to them about the woman asking for bus fare, these little old rich white ladies called out the husband to talk to the cops because I guess they weren't capable!!! These women have obviously been oppressed by their husbands for so long they can't think or talk or lift heavy things themselves!!!!! Shall we start a charity for them?? It's 2018 ladies, get a clue!!Stick to Goodwill !!

The Assistance League, in my opinion, is the best thrift shop in Tucson.There is a large selection of good quality merchandise.The store is always very clean. The lighting is so good that there is no problem seeing the items that are for sale.Check out this shop. You will not regret the visit.