Thrift store

The Whitby Thrift Store provides low cost goods to those who have limited financial resources. We provide goods free to those in difficult circumstances ie; fire victims, single moms moving to avoid abuse etc.

Volunteer with our Kettle campaign

Each Christmas season, volunteers make a difference by greeting donors at our Christmas Kettle locations. Every dollar collected supports local programs and services for those in need.

Apply if you’re new to volunteering, or sign in to the Salvation Army portal if you’re an existing volunteer to easily schedule your kettle shifts.

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Frequently asked questions

Find answers to common questions about volunteering with the Kettle Campaign.

  • What is the Christmas Kettle Campaign?

    The Salvation Army Christmas Kettle Campaign is our largest fundraising drive of the year and one of Canada’s largest and most recognizable annual charitable events. With more than 2,000 kettle locations across Canada, the kettle not only raises critical funds but boosts the Army’s visibility and promotes awareness.

    Since 1903, we have seen kettle campaign donations transform the lives of millions of Canadians, including helping them find a way out of poverty permanently.

  • How are the funds used?

    Funds raised through Christmas kettles, together with other sources of funds, help provide direct, compassionate, hands-on service to 1.9 million vulnerable people each year in Canada. Each kettle location is organized and managed by a local Salvation Army unit. The funds raised stay in the community in which they were donated.

    • Our 2024 Kettle Campaign results

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    1,200+

    You can use this section to highlight important statistics from your latest Kettle Campaign, including total funds raised, volunteer hours contributed, and the overall impact on your community.

    85,000 CAD

    You can use this section to highlight important statistics from your latest Kettle Campaign, including total funds raised, volunteer hours contributed, and the overall impact on your community.

    450

    You can use this section to highlight important statistics from your latest Kettle Campaign, including total funds raised, volunteer hours contributed, and the overall impact on your community.

    Questions about Kettle? Contact us

    For questions or to learn more about Kettle opportunities, email us at email@salvationarmy.ca or call 543-235-9434.

    What we offer

    A great place to shop for good quality used items and clothing. The Salvation Army Whitby Thrift Store supports the local community and impact lives.

    If you have any questions regarding The Salvation Army Whitby Thrift Store, Click for more information.

    (We recycle broken electronics. Drop them off at our location during our hours of operation!) 

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    Thrift store

    Location & hours of operation

    The Thrift Store is located at: 311 Brock Street North in Whitby.

    The hours of Operation are:

    • 930am – 330pm Monday – Saturday for Dropping Off Donations.**
    • 11am – 4pm Monday – Saturday for Shopping.
    • Closed Sunday.

    **Temporary Closure of Clothing Donations on Tuesdays & Thursdays

    Due to an overwhelming volume of donations, and the recent closure of the Ajax and Oshawa thrift store locations, our team is currently processing significantly higher donation volumes as we support the donations previously received by these two stores.

    To allow our volunteers and staff time to sort, organize, and distribute the generous donations we have already received, clothing donations will be temporarily closed on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

    We are grateful for the incredible support of our community and hope to reopen clothing donations on these days in the near future. Donations will continue to be accepted on our regular donation days outside of Tuesdays and Thursdays.

    Thank you for your understanding and continued generosity.

    Seasonal opportunities

    Get involved in special volunteer initiatives during the holiday season.

    Christmas Kettle Campaign

    Help raise funds for those in need by standing at one of our Christmas kettles.

    Santa Shuffle

    Help out at our festive fun run event—whether cheering on runners, managing booths, or handing out snacks, your support spreads holiday joy.

    Toy Mountain
    Assist in collecting, sorting, and distributing toys to ensure every child wakes up to a gift on Christmas.

    Additional ways to get involved

    Support our mission in creative and meaningful ways beyond traditional volunteering.

    Plant a row, feed a family

    If you love gardening, consider growing an extra row of fruits or vegetables in your garden to donate to our food bank. Every fresh, homegrown item helps provide nutritious meals to those in need.

    Use your talents for good

    Are you skilled in graphic design, photography, social media, or event planning? We welcome volunteers who can help spread awareness and support our programs in creative ways.

    Ready to get started? Apply to volunteer

    Fill out our volunteer application form to begin your journey.

    Questions? Contact us

    For any questions about volunteering, email us at example@salvationarmy.ca or call 111-111-1111.