Thrift World

Thrift World in Council Bluffs, Iowa is a for-profit thrift retail store located at 2917 W Broadway that promotes the recycling and reuse of clothing, accessories, furniture, electronics, and other household goods in partnership with nonprofit organizations. Opened in 2020, the store is one of eight Thrift World locations across Nebraska, Iowa, and Missouri, with the parent company having been in operation since 1996. The business aims to divert textile waste from landfills, create local employment opportunities, and raise awareness for its nonprofit partners. The Council Bluffs location has become a favorite among locals and serves as a cornerstone of the company’s post-COVID expansion in Iowa, offering a rotating inventory of merchandise at thrift prices and operating seven days a week with extended evening hours.