Junior League of Des Moines

The Bargain Basket Thrift Shop has been a major fundraiser for the Junior League of Des Moines since 1974.  Over the years it has grown from a one day rummage sale to a permanent store and has allowed the Junior League to re-invest more than one million dollars back into the community through our programs.
 
The store carries apparel and shoes for men, women and children, as well as household products and toys.  All of the proceeds from the store support Junior League’s community programs, including Girl Power, I-Read and our after school tutoring program.  The store also donates clothing to area shelters and other charitable organizations.   
               
But the store is about more than just the merchandise –
It is about the man who needs a suit for an interview so he can land the job that will get him back on his feet.  
It is about the single mother who needs to clothe her kids so they feel good about themselves and are able to concentrate better at school.  
It is about the family on a budget that needs to buy winter coats and Christmas presents for their kids.
Through the Bargain Basket we have the opportunity to help people get the tools they need to better their lives and get on the road to self sufficiency.
 
Over the last 25 years the Bargain Basket has become a staple in the Des Moines community.  There is no one face of a Bargain Basket customer.  Loyal shoppers come from varied backgrounds and from all over the city and this continued support helps us build a better community.

Bargain Basket secures quality donations from:
• Active and sustaining Junior League members
• Des Moines area businesses
• Individuals like you!