The Second Mile Center

Category: Thrift store in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Address: 214 S 45th St, Philadelphia, PA 19104, USA

Phone: +12156621663

Opening hours

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 10AM–8PM

Tuesday: 10AM–8PM

Wednesday: 10AM–8PM

Thursday: 10AM–8PM

Friday: 10AM–8PM

Saturday: 10AM–8PM

Reviews

Dollean adams-harvey

Sep 9, 2022

The staff is always polite. The prices are more than affordable.

Valerie N

Aug 27, 2022

I absolutely love this place! Have purchased so many awesome things there, in various categories - clothes, different pairs of practically new/new shoes, kitchenware (e.g. an almost full set of good Crate&Barrel white plates), X-mas decor, knick-knacks, even several fancy outfits I wore to weddings! (A $5 wedding guest dress that looked amazing, yes!) The prices are great and the selection rotates frequently. Their furniture selection is also very good and well-priced, but I haven’t really needed any (and sometimes I feel like I’m missing out on great finds because I have nowhere to put it). Honestly, if you’re new to the area and need to furnish your home on the cheap - check this place out first! The staff are very nice and friendly too. I’m happy to have this place in my neighborhood.

Ned Watson

Aug 23, 2022

Before the owner claims that I have a high negative review %, please note that this is the first time I've ever felt the need to review any business on Google at all. Visited today. The storefront and interior were plastered with signs at every turn, a third of which expressed frustration at customers in various ways. Despite the sign demanding (in red letters with exclamation points!) that we let the cashier check our bags, no cashier was on duty either when we entered or exited the store. I was pleased by the clothing section, which took up most of the store. There was a lot of furniture, most of it in sets; I'm sure there were some nice finds in there. That said, we didn't stay long enough to check: the prices were utterly absurd. Men's suits whose price tags I checked ranged from $30–80. Dishes, even unremarkable or unstylish dishes, were all in the range of $80–100. Four mid-century modern chairs in mediocre condition were ~$280 each or a truly staggering $1000 for the set. You might not find all of this at Goodwill, but if you do it will certainly be less than half the price. Even accounting for economies of scale, I was disappointed by the difference. Based on this, and the owner's repeated attempts to start fights with other negative reviews on here, I will not be returning.

arlene harris

Aug 20, 2022

ALWAYS LOVE GOING THERE I FEEL THAT IM FAMILY (OVER 20 YEARS)

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Questions & Answers

What is the mission of your non-profit? Where do the profits from the donation go/how are they being used?

Patty West | Sep 29, 2018
The Second Mile Center | Sep 28, 2020

Non-profit thrift store in University City, Philadelphia, PA. In business for 35+ years at the same location. We're not a hand out, we re a hand up. A Christian Faith based organization, helping those who need a second chance or a work experience.

How come your clothes with misheps, like stains etc. Is higher than forman Mills and fellas and so on????

Gudrun Briggs | Sep 29, 2017
Joe K. | Sep 29, 2018

When you find clothes that are stained, torn or have other defects, please bring this to the attention of a manger. Our goal is to sell quality new and pre owned merchandise. With the large amount of items we process, some items with defects do occasionally slip through. Thank you.

Would you accept a 3 x 6' Dan/Mar cherry office desk and a 6' x 2' (approx) credenza? Furniture is in good shape with only a few scratches. Would you pick it up from a center city office building?

Doris Dabrowski | Sep 28, 2021
The Second Mile Center | Sep 28, 2021

You need to call the store for donation pick ups. This is not a monitored site. 215 662 1663 We do not pick up in the CC area

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What is your current program

Gudrun Briggs | Sep 29, 2017
Joe K. | Sep 29, 2017

Not sure what your asking

do you accept high school volunteers?

Numa N | Sep 28, 2021
Paul Detky | Sep 28, 2021

You would need to speak to the director RON at the store m-f they open at 10am I think

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What are the Covid safety practices like here?

Anonymous | Sep 27, 2022
The Second Mile Center | Sep 28, 2021

Masks are mandatory... We're follow all CDC guidelines

Do they sell heavy metal kitchen cabinet with 5 or 6 shelves?

Latoya Hayes | Sep 28, 2020
Heather DJ | Sep 28, 2020

It's a thrift store so their stock changes everyday. However, I've never seen a kitchen cabinet.

I have bags of gently used items do you pick up from locations?

Tiama J | Sep 28, 2020
Joe K. | Sep 28, 2020

We accept donations at the store Monday thru Saturday from 10-6. You can also call and schedule a pickup.. We usually are booked a week to 2 in advance

I have a double bed in excellent shape with a new mattress and boxspring. Will you take them. Thank you.

Judy Shekmar | Sep 29, 2019
Joe K. | Sep 29, 2019

No

How late can you donate items?

Pheralyn Dove | Sep 29, 2019
The Second Mile Center | Sep 28, 2020

6pm Monday thru Friday and Saturdays until 5pm

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Would I receive a donor statement for tax purposes

Gwendolyn Lassiter | Sep 29, 2019
Tracey Burch | Sep 29, 2019

Yes, you can get a donation slip to fill out from the cashier.

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Can I sell used clothes here?

bootsy baby | Sep 29, 2019
Robert Chisholm | Sep 29, 2019

No

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Hi I would like to know if I can donate a China cabinet. And if so do you have pick up service?

Sandy Fosque | Sep 29, 2019
Joe K. | Sep 28, 2020

We do not accept China closets as they are not big sellers and take up a lot of space in the store.

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Do you also deliver ?

Anuj Abhishek | Sep 29, 2018
Joe K. | Sep 29, 2018

Yes we do. Rates are based on your zip code and what floor we are delivering to. Our delivery day is usually Wednesdays.

Will you pick up a bedroom set from the second floor.

Gail bellwoar | Sep 29, 2018
Joe K. | Sep 29, 2018

Yes... And depends on the condition

Do you take bedroom furniture? I have a dresser, bureau and 2 end tables. I also have 2 other dressers.

Gail bellwoar | Sep 29, 2018
Joe K. | Sep 28, 2020

Furniture is accepted depending on its condition

Do you have bikes?

William Grove | Sep 29, 2018
Joe K. | Sep 29, 2018

We randomly have bikes, it depends on what is donated. When we do have them the sell fast. We primarily only accept adult bikes tho.

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Do they have a public bathroom?

Zuoop The Egg. | Sep 29, 2018
The Second Mile Center | Sep 28, 2020

We do not have public rest rooms

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Do you pick up donated furniture?

kp playz | Sep 29, 2018
Brittany Nettles | Sep 29, 2018

They do you have to call for the specifics

Do they sell dolls/toys there

Marti Jackson | Sep 29, 2018
Joe K. | Sep 29, 2018

We no longer sell Toys because of the possible hazards of used toys and the issues of recalls and the issues of not being able to insure complete disinfecting esp with them being handled by so many while on display. The same concerns are why we stopped selling car seats, strollers and most baby items. We thank you for your understanding.

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How would one get a job at this store?

shana roberts | Sep 29, 2018
Pruthvi h r | Sep 29, 2018

Mostly, You will have to just visit the store and talk with one of the staff ones.

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What do u do for p Ed ople buying clothes , from dead people or invested ed bugs...do u buy yo your on

Gudrun Briggs | Sep 29, 2017
The Second Mile Center | Sep 28, 2020

We do not buy any of our merchandise, everything is donated. ALL clothing is checked for any bugs and these clothes are discarded. Clothing is also checked for stains, rips or unwearable conditions. These clothes are discarded. Occasionally, with the amount of clothing we process, an occasional item may slip through. If you do find this please bring it to the attention of a manager. ALL furniture, rugs, luggage, and bedding are sprayed with a solution that will destroy any unwanted bugs.

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