Second Chance Thrift Store

Second Chance Thrift Store is a nonprofit thrift shop located at 17 North 11th Street in Fort Dodge, Iowa, operated by the Beacon of Hope Men’s Shelter in partnership with volunteers. The store carries a wide variety of donated items including clothing, accessories, jewelry, furniture, and household goods at affordable prices. Revenue from sales directly supports the Beacon of Hope Men’s Shelter’s mission and provides employment opportunities for individuals in the shelter’s work program. The business also operates a donation center at 1105 1st Avenue North where community members can drop off items Tuesday through Saturday, fostering local involvement and strengthening the shelter’s connection to the Fort Dodge community.