Open to all—because great style and bargain shopping have no age limit.

Discover one-of-a-kind treasures and everyday essentials while supporting programs that help elders thrive.

Shoppers 60+ enjoy exclusive Wednesday discounts!

Thrift Store

Where the young at heart & the old souls come together to shop, donate, and volunteer.

At Silver Key Thrift Stores, every purchase, donation, and volunteer hour supports programs that help local seniors live with independence and dignity.

Shop for stylish clothing, unique home décor, and everyday essentials—all at prices that make thrifting fun and rewarding. Our stores are open to everyone, creating a place where generations meet, stories are shared, and community grows.

When you shop, donate, or volunteer, you’re part of something bigger—helping neighbors, reducing waste, and keeping the spirit of generosity alive.

Silver Key Thrift: where giving back never goes out of style.

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Donation Guidelines

Silver Key Thrift Store

Tri-Lakes Location

Silver Key Thrift Store

COS Location

Thrift Store Fun Facts

  • Donations that are clean have a higher reuse potential and reduce strain on volunteers.
  • Thrift shoppers save an average of 80% compared to retail prices.
  • Every donation and purchase helps fund programs that support local seniors and strengthen our community.
  • The average American throws away 81 pounds of clothing each year.
  • Thrift stores create volunteer opportunities and build a thriving community.
  • The resale industry is growing ten times faster than traditional retail.
  • Buying one secondhand shirt saves about 700 gallons of water.
  • Americans send 11 million tons of textile waste to landfills each year—thrifting keeps those materials in circulation.

Shop, Earn, and Give with Silver Key

Explore fun and meaningful ways to shop online, earn rewards, and support Silver Key’s mission.

Online Auction

We’ve teamed up with Elevation Auctions to make thrifting even easier and more exciting. Items marked with a purple “Silver Key Item” box send 100% of proceeds back to Silver Key programs.

Shop here

Donate Your Vehicle

Find a new home for your unwanted vehicle—and watch it drive support for Silver Key. 

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Purchase Hospital Beds Online

Purchase your hospital bed online and schedule a convenient time to pick it up—it’s that easy.

Details coming soon!

Join our Rewards Program

Join our free rewards program! Just share your cell number to get text updates on sales, promotions, and exclusive discounts—plus earn points every time you shop.

Details coming soon!

We gladly accept gently used, clean items in good condition.

Together, we turn your generosity into real impact for elders in our community.

  • Adult clothing and accessories: Clothing, shoes, handbags, hats, and jewelry
  • Small accent furniture: Coffee tables, lamps, artwork, and unique décor pieces
  • Kitchen and home décor: Cookware, small appliances, dishes, and decorative items
  • Books, crafts, and media: Novels, vinyl records, DVDs, and craft supplies
  • Durable medical equipment: Wheelchairs, walkers, shower chairs, and mobility aids (Colorado Springs location only)

Before You Donate

Before you donate, please make sure your items are clean and ready for their next home. Your thoughtful preparation helps our volunteers process donations quickly and ensures every item has the highest potential for reuse.

See full donation guidelines

Get complete details about what we accept, special requirements, and drop-off instructions to make your donation experience smooth.

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Call ahead for special items

Durable medical equipment, hospital beds, and furniture need approval first. Call your location to check space and requirements before bringing these items.

Call COS location: 719-488-3495
Call Tri-Lakes location: 719-488-3495

FAQs

We accept true hospital beds in complete working order at the Colorado Springs location. Head/feet must be able to lower and mattress must be hospital grade encased in vinyl with no holes or tears. You must make an appointment to donate your hospital bed to ensure we have space and unloading help.

At this time we do not provide those services.

All sales are final.

Things that aid in mobility such as, walkers, canes, hospital beds, wheelchairs, scooters, bed-side commodes, toilet risers, and unopened adult incontinent products.

Generally, no, but if the item is new, we consider this on a case-by-case basis. Must call ahead or email thriftstore@silverkey.org

During normal business hours:

Colorado Springs, Mon-Sat 9am-4pm 

Tri-Lakes, Mon-Sat 10am-5pm (Winter Hours Nov – Feb, 10am – 4pm)

Our stores are small, but mighty. All donations are subject to in-person approval and are based on available space.

Powered by volunteers like you

Join the amazing volunteers who make our stores special! Help sort treasures, assist shoppers, and be part of a team that creates joy while supporting seniors in our community.

Fill out an application
Email us:  info@silverkey.org

Two stores to explore

Silver Key Thrift Store

Tri-Lakes Location

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Silver Key Thrift Store

COS Location

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