Have a question? You’re not alone! Below, you’ll find answers to some of the most common questions we receive about the Hartville Thrift Shoppe — from how we got started to how you can donate or get involved. If you don’t see what you’re looking for, feel free to reach out. We’re happy to help!
The Hartville Thrift Shoppe is a locally owned and operated thrift store and part of the Mennonite Central Committee (MCC) network of shops. We were founded in 1978 by a group of local Mennonite women inspired by similar stores in Canada and the U.S. What began in a small house has grown into more than 35,000 square feet of retail and donation space — a blessing we attribute to both God’s provision and the support of our generous community.
Want to know more? See our About page!
We offer thousands of affordable, high-quality items — and every purchase helps fund relief, development, and peace efforts through MCC. We strive to maintain a clean, welcoming space, where every donation is handled with care and purpose. Shopping here supports a greater mission, helps reduce waste, and contributes to a strong local and global community.
We’re also a great place to volunteer!
Mennonite Central Committee is a global, nonprofit organization that strives to share God’s love and compassion for all through relief, development, and peacebuilding.
Learn more about MCC at their official website: MCC.org
We are located in Hartville, Ohio at 938 West Maple Street.
Due to possible changes to our hours, we encourage you to check our Contact Page for current times.
Or, you can always give us a call at 330-877-2769
We’re here to help! Let us know what’s on your mind.
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Every donation counts — but not every item can be accepted. Knowing the guidelines helps us serve more people and reduce waste.
Yes, any item that we cannot sell becomes a real liability in disposal costs. Many new appliances are not designed to be repaired – unfortunately, they must be discarded when they no longer work. Find local facilities for recycling these items wherever possible.
We would welcome the donation of your furniture in good condition, but we are not able to offer trade-ins.
Some animal and bird species are protected by Wildlife Acts. We are not able to handle these items, but suggest that you contact the appropriate government agency.
Government safety standards are enforced on all baby equipment. We do not accept cribs or car seats of any kind because of the potential for accidents and injuries.
Yes, we hold Silent Auctions for items of special value and have many customers looking for antiques and collectibles.
Yes, as long as they are in condition with no rips or stains.
Yes, as long as they are clean and good condition.
Anyone who supports the MCC Mission Statement and the MCC Thrift Network Principles of Operation is welcome to apply. Volunteers of all ages and backgrounds are encouraged to join.
Complete and submit the volunteer application form on our website. Once received, a member of our team will review it and contact you with next steps.
Volunteering at the Hartville Thrift Shoppe allows you to:
We offer flexible volunteer opportunities to fit your schedule. Whether you can give a few hours a week or a full day, there are ways to get involved.
Yes! All volunteers receive guidance and support to help them feel comfortable and confident in their roles.
You don’t need special skills — just a willing heart and a few hours. We’ll take it from there
