# The Salvation Army Family Store & Donation Center: Thrift Store in Ames, IA

> The Salvation Army Family Store & Donation Center is a thrift store in Ames, IA.

Source: https://thriftnearby.com/ia/ames/the-salvation-army-family-store-donation-center/

This thrift store on Lincoln Way in Ames sells used goods and accepts clothing donations or recycling. Proceeds support Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Centers that help people struggling with drugs and alcohol. Reviewers mention friendly, kind staff, cleanliness, and a selection of shirts, clothing, shoes, and books. It is open Monday through Saturday, accepts credit, debit, and NFC mobile payments, and has wheelchair accessible entrance and parking.

> When you donate goods to The Salvation Army, those items are then sold at our Family Stores. Proceeds are used to fund our Adult Rehabilitation Centers, where those struggling with drugs and alcohol find help, hope, and a second chance at life.
>
> — From the store’s Google listing

## Details

- Type: Thrift Store
- Address: 620 Lincoln Way Ste B, Ames, IA 50010
- Phone: +1515-233-3533
- Website: https://satruck.org/
- Google rating: 3.8 from 135 reviews
- County: Story County
- Map: https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=42.0214989,-93.6181821
- Last verified: 2026-09-20
- Star breakdown: 5★ 56, 4★ 34, 3★ 20, 2★ 11, 1★ 14

## Features

- Buying and donating: Sells used goods, Accepts clothing for recycling or donation
- Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking
- Payments: Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments

## What reviewers mention

friendly staff (8), kind staff (5), cleanliness (5), shirts (4), clothing (4), book selection (2), community support (2), shoes (2)

## Hours

- Monday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Thursday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Friday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Saturday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Sunday: Closed

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