Cupid’s got his arrow aimed—are you ready to experience love at first thrift? Goodwill is your eye candy when it comes to shopping for Valentine’s Day. Whether you’re with your significant other, on a first date, or hanging out with your best friend, here are a couple of ideas for you and your partner to try for Valentine’s Day.
1. Thrift Store Couples Challenge
Take a trip to your local Goodwill with your loved one and turn your dinner date outfit into a fun activity for Valentine’s Day. You and your partner will take turns walking through the racks with your eyes closed, and when your partner says “STOP,” whatever your hand lands on will be the outfit you’ll have to wear for your dinner date.
2. Drive Thru Picnic Date
Create the perfect drive-thru movie date by putting together a basket full of goodies for your partner. Thrift a cute gift basket and fill it with essentials like a food container for snacks, a thermos for hot cocoa, and a cozy blanket to keep warm during the movie. Add extra touches like a plush toy and a handmade bouquet of flowers for that extra special feeling. Here’s a charming setup we put together at Goodwill:
3. Loveopoly Board Game
Thrift a classic Monopoly board—or any other board game—and transform it into a fun, romantic “Loveopoly.” Customize the spaces with sweet date ideas, like “Watch that episode of ___,” “Go mini-golfing,” or “They owe you a Starbucks treat.” It’s a playful way to plan future dates and keep the fun going long after Valentine’s Day.
When you shop at Goodwill for Valentine’s Day, you’re not just finding unique gifts and fun date ideas—you’re also supporting an incredible cause. Every purchase helps fund job opportunities for individuals with barriers to employment, empowering them to build better futures.
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If this Valentine’s Day is a bit more sour than sweet—maybe it’s time to leave the past behind and donate the heartache to Goodwill. When you donate your items to Goodwill, you’re not just clearing space; you’re giving your breakup stuff a second life. That plush doll that no longer holds a place in your heart could make a little girl’s birthday brighter. Or your kitchen set that you no longer use might be just what someone needs to perfect their cooking skills. The best part? The sales from your donations help fund job opportunities for individuals with special needs in our community. You can feel good knowing that your past is helping others move forward.
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