Greater Spartanburg Ministries - Spartanburg, South Carolina

Amanda W.

2/5

Me an my 80 something year old gma went today for food it was two ppl in front of us they got about triple what we got they even got three or four big bags of chicken me an my gma didn't get one I know it's gonna offend some ppl but I feel like they was being racial to us it was like the blk ppl got a lot more ALOT an it's not the ppl fault is the ppl working there the heavy set blk guy what's right is right an that's wrong

Jenn C.

5/5

This is a very good place to get food donation if you need it the people are friendly please pay attention to the line you have to go in to fill out your paperwork but you have to wait inside and get your ticket and they will let you know that your food is ready to pick up

Tanya V.

5/5

Guys I lived here for over 15 years and I’ve never seen this place. It is such a gem The building does not give it any justice. The inside is just filled with so many beautiful items and it’s very well organized and the owner is super sweet. Your not just recycling secondhand items But your money is making a difference in your community they give portion of their earnings to help feed the community and for me the price is worth every penny ♥️ Yes, it’s a little pricey for a thrift store, but it’s a thrift store that makes a difference in the community 😌 Donate your items here and shop here!!!!

Going A. M. F. B.

1/5

Words can't express the utter disgust I witnessed. I was shopping for a coat for my grandson! A woman comes in with a clothing voucher clearly she was either homeless or down on her luck. I heard her being told that she could not pick
anything with " special tags" as I watched her and another man try to figure out what they could choose from they were repeatedly told "no to this and no to that" including hats and gloves ( this is the end of October and it's getting cold) I will never forget a comment the man made to me as he was walking by me " God forbid,I pick anything nice they would make me put it back" ( how is that showing the love of Christ?) I quickly figured it out the clothing that was " either name brand or lightly used" were off limits to them!! I looked through a large number of coats ( at least 100 of them) to help him find something and the ones he could have ( only 2 coats) both where stained and ragged!! As a Christian this enraged me!! 😡..it's nice they give free clothes away but it's not ok to demoralize already hurting people the poorest in our community! I will never shop there again and I certainly won't donate to them again! PERIOD!! people are better off giving donations to a place where they won't treat people like this ..or advertise your donations on Facebook marketplace for free. Absolutely appauled..and the name brand clothing was extremely expensive or I would have bought them each one! Need I say more? I'm sure if u made it this far u get the picture! They should be ashamed of themselves. Sometimes things look good on paper but when u actually experience this in person it's absolutely absurd! All I could envision was Jesus walking into that situation and telling these poor and disadvantaged folks to pick out the best clothing and throwing the " rags" to the employees and " ministry" leaders to try on for size!!!! James 2:2-9

christine N.

2/5

Very unhappy about the service. My son wanted a toy and we told him no but he could get a book. The cashier told him she would buy it but we didn't want him having another toy since he already had to many he won't get rid of. She then proceeded to complain to a fellow employee saying we're being mean to him and she just shouldn't let us buy anything because we won't let him have a toy. We also don't want him accepting things from strangers for safety reasons. She shouldn't be bad mouthing us for being a parent and she doesn't need to be rolling her eyes at us upon check out even after we explained he had to many toys at home he doesn't play with and won't donate. Or parenting methods are none of her business and she needs to respect that.

Alexandria-Maxine B.

5/5

This place truly helps people. It’s such a blessing to know there is a place that helps people with food, clothing, utility bills and helps out with gifts to have a merry Christmas for your children! and much more.

Jenifer W.

5/5

What a wonderful little thrift shop with nice items, great prices and helpful, friendly staff! I went there looking for denim shorts for teen daughter, and I left with 5 pair of like-new, name brand shorts for only $2.00 each! One pair were brand new with tags Adidas shorts, which sell for $30 in department stores. Other local thrift shops sell for three times as much. I asked several questions, and the ladies there were very informative and pleasant. When I left, they handed me a goodie bag full of some really nice things that I will definitely be able to use. What a nice surprise!

Alberta G.

5/5

I love it! U have to fill out some papers b4 u get your food. I've been dealing with them for awhile. From 9:30 to 11:30 or 12:00. U get alot of food, get there between 8:30 -9:00. Just in case it might be a long line. It helps me out. I just don't like it when you can't come back for 3 or 4 months. U get 2 big boxes😊.

Jenn C.

5/5

This is a very good place to get food donation if you need it the people are friendly please pay attention to the line you have to go in to fill out your paperwork but you have to wait inside and get your ticket and they will let you know that your food is ready to pick up

Tanya V.

5/5

Guys I lived here for over 15 years and I’ve never seen this place. It is such a gem The building does not give it any justice. The inside is just filled with so many beautiful items and it’s very well organized and the owner is super sweet. Your not just recycling secondhand items But your money is making a difference in your community they give portion of their earnings to help feed the community and for me the price is worth every penny ♥️ Yes, it’s a little pricey for a thrift store, but it’s a thrift store that makes a difference in the community 😌 Donate your items here and shop here!!!!

Going A. M. F. B.

1/5

Words can't express the utter disgust I witnessed. I was shopping for a coat for my grandson! A woman comes in with a clothing voucher clearly she was either homeless or down on her luck. I heard her being told that she could not pick
anything with " special tags" as I watched her and another man try to figure out what they could choose from they were repeatedly told "no to this and no to that" including hats and gloves ( this is the end of October and it's getting cold) I will never forget a comment the man made to me as he was walking by me " God forbid,I pick anything nice they would make me put it back" ( how is that showing the love of Christ?) I quickly figured it out the clothing that was " either name brand or lightly used" were off limits to them!! I looked through a large number of coats ( at least 100 of them) to help him find something and the ones he could have ( only 2 coats) both where stained and ragged!! As a Christian this enraged me!! 😡..it's nice they give free clothes away but it's not ok to demoralize already hurting people the poorest in our community! I will never shop there again and I certainly won't donate to them again! PERIOD!! people are better off giving donations to a place where they won't treat people like this ..or advertise your donations on Facebook marketplace for free. Absolutely appauled..and the name brand clothing was extremely expensive or I would have bought them each one! Need I say more? I'm sure if u made it this far u get the picture! They should be ashamed of themselves. Sometimes things look good on paper but when u actually experience this in person it's absolutely absurd! All I could envision was Jesus walking into that situation and telling these poor and disadvantaged folks to pick out the best clothing and throwing the " rags" to the employees and " ministry" leaders to try on for size!!!! James 2:2-9

christine N.

2/5

Very unhappy about the service. My son wanted a toy and we told him no but he could get a book. The cashier told him she would buy it but we didn't want him having another toy since he already had to many he won't get rid of. She then proceeded to complain to a fellow employee saying we're being mean to him and she just shouldn't let us buy anything because we won't let him have a toy. We also don't want him accepting things from strangers for safety reasons. She shouldn't be bad mouthing us for being a parent and she doesn't need to be rolling her eyes at us upon check out even after we explained he had to many toys at home he doesn't play with and won't donate. Or parenting methods are none of her business and she needs to respect that.

Alexandria-Maxine B.

5/5

This place truly helps people. It’s such a blessing to know there is a place that helps people with food, clothing, utility bills and helps out with gifts to have a merry Christmas for your children! and much more.

Greater Spartanburg Ministries - Spartanburg, South Carolina

📌 Location of Greater Spartanburg Ministries

⏰ Open Hours of Greater Spartanburg Ministries

Greater Spartanburg Ministries - A Comprehensive Overview

Specialties and Facilities

Quick Visits and Clothing

Google Reviews

👍 Reviews of Greater Spartanburg Ministries

Amanda W.

Jenn C.

Tanya V.

Going A. M. F. B.

christine N.

Alexandria-Maxine B.

Jenifer W.

Alberta G.

Jenn C.

Tanya V.

Going A. M. F. B.

christine N.

Alexandria-Maxine B.