Mel Trotter Ministries Thrift Stores exist to expand public awareness of MTM and financially support the programs at Mel Trotter Ministries.
Our mission is to demonstrate the compassion of Jesus Christ toward anyone experiencing hunger and homelessness.
(616) 797-8200
Shop Our Thrift Store
Mel Trotter Ministries Thrift Stores can use your gently used clothing, shoes, toys, books, furniture, small appliances and household items.
A donation receipt is available for all donations, if desired.
Mel Trotter Ministries Thrift Stores exist to expand public awareness of MTM and financially support the programs at Mel Trotter Ministries.
Our Vision
Through the power of Christ, bring an end to homelessness in greater Grand Rapids.
Locations
Drop off thrift store donations at any of our thrift stores or donation bins.
- 6 thrift stores in Grand Rapids, MI
- 30+ donation drop-off bins
Donation Pickup
Are you donating large furniture, goods, or simply too much to drop off yourself? Let us pick it up from your home or office.
Now offering curbside pickup for large items!
Tips For Donating
- Review the list of items we do not accept
- Send pictures to [email protected] before a pick-up.
- For large quantities and large items please call dispatch before dropping off to ensure we can accept your donation at 616-797-8200.
- Review the value of your items at www.irs.gov.
Corners of Your Field
Corners of Your Field is a partnership opportunity between local churches and Mel Trotter Ministries Thrift Stores. Corners of Your Field encourages attendees of our partner churches to be intentional about selecting their gently used household items as a donation to MTM Thrift Stores. The stores then return a portion of the value of these items in the form of gift cards to your church to help those directly in your care.
Donation Drop-Off Locations
We have more than 30 drop off locations throughout West Michigan for your convenience.
Drop off thrift store donations at any of our thrift stores or donation bins.
- 6 thrift stores in Grand Rapids, MI
- 30+ donation drop-off bins
Find a location nearest you!
Blue Marker = Donation Bin
Yellow Star = Thrift Store
Thrift Store Locations
Sparta Thrift Store
538 S. State St.
Sparta, MI 49345
Hours
Monday – Saturday: 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Drop off hours
Monday – Saturday 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
A donation box is available for after hours.
Jenison Thrift Store
7500 Cottonwood Dr., Suite D
Jenison, MI 49428
(Across from Meijer)
Hours
Monday – Saturday: 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Drop off hours
Monday – Saturday 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
A donation box is available for after hours.
Lowell Thrift Store
2111 West Main Street
Lowell, MI 49331
Hours
Monday – Saturday: 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Drop off hours
Monday – Saturday 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
A donation box is available for after hours.
Belding Thrift Store
363 E. State Street
Belding, MI 48809
Hours
Monday – Saturday: 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Drop off hours
Monday – Saturday 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
A donation box is available for after hours.
Grand Rapids Thrift Store
2820 29th Street SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
Hours
Monday – Saturday: 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Drop off hours
Monday – Saturday 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
A donation box is available for after hours.
Kentwood Thrift Store
1435 60th Street SE
Kentwood, MI 49508
Hours
Monday – Saturday: 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Drop off hours
Monday – Saturday 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
A donation box is available for after hours.
Items To Note
Items We Cannot Accept
While we appreciate every donation, there are some items we simply are unable to accept. Below is a list of items that we are not able to take as donations:
- Combustible fuel in any tanks or containers
- Mattresses
- Console TVs or stereos
- Child car-seats
- Baby cribs with sliding rail
- Building materials, including paint and carpet remnants
- Auto parts
- Built-in appliances, including dishwashers
- Gas appliances
- Pianos or organs
- Slate-top pool tables
- Safety helmets, including baseball, football and cycling helmets
Job openings at MTM Thrift
Employment opportunities at Mel Trotter Thrift Stores are always available for mission-minded individuals. Positions on our retail and processing teams are open across all Store locations.
Positions include:
- Head Cashier and Sales Associate
- Inventory Processors
- Truck Drivers and Movers
Contact us for Management and Assistant Management position availability.
Transforming Lives
Rick signed the paperwork, was given a tour, and got handed the keys to his new place. “He is officially out of homelessness.’’
Rick
Rick* landed at MTM because he couldn’t find work in Kalamazoo despite visiting many temp agencies and being in and out of the hospital for cancer treatments. Mel Trotter staff walked with him each step of the way by scheduling and rescheduling his doctor appointments and helping him obtain all the necessary documents and income he’d need to get into permanent housing.
*name and photos changed to protect the privacy of our guests.
