Second Mile

Second Mile is a nonprofit thrift store located at 515 3rd Avenue in Grinnell, Iowa, founded in 1987 by members of the Grinnell Ministerial Association. The organization provides low-cost clothing, furniture, home goods, and other items to individuals and families in Poweshiek County, with all inventory sourced from donations. Operating as a community resource for over three decades, Second Mile offers affordable shopping while generating proceeds that are donated to other Poweshiek County nonprofits. The store serves as both a retail operation and a community gathering place, welcoming residents of all walks of life while maintaining a focus on supporting those in need through its mission of providing basic human necessities and fostering meaningful social connections.