St Vincent De Paul Society

DO NOT BOTHER SCHEDULING ANY PICKUPS with these guys. First of all, I mentioned the items that I was donating and their manager Yolanda said that the items were fine for donation. All my items were in good working order and in good condition.
Second of all, these guys were TWO hours late! I had invested my day for this pickup, and no apologies. They do not respect your precious time or charity.
Once they got here they sprung some «new“conditions on what they could pick, which means that none of my good stuff was taken. My stuff is NOT junk. I have donated similar items to the Salvation Army and they thankfully accepted my items.
I decided to spread the charity by giving to this organization, but it was big mistake.

Tried to donate a leather couch set with a hideaway bed a few other things. Called their 650−871−6844 number spoke with Yolanda. Right away was told they «do not do stairs» and everything has to be hauled down. Fine! Told Yolanda that couches are used and have a few scrapes here and there. Drivers showed up, even without getting out the truck told me that couches are damaged, and started to drive away. Made them pick up a few other things like bags of clothes and a TV stand and did it like I owe their family something and they are doing me a favor. Called Yolanda, left a VM, of course no reply back. Pretty much wasted half of my business day for nothing. Bottom line: places like St. Vincent De Paul scam you into believing like they are helping less fortunate, help communities — this is all BS. All they do is watch out for their bottom line and try to make as much money as possible on stuff they get for free. Drivers are lazy, rude, and try to avoid doing their jobs at all costs. Better call the city and have your stuff picked up — more reliable, less headache.

Nice cashiers, some employees are not easily approached. They always have great deals and the store is clean and well managed.

An employee named Maria picked up the phone, immediately told me to hold. After 4 minutes of hearing her take care of customers (she kept telling all the customers that she was Maria), I yelled into the phone «Hello, hello, hello», Instead of talking to me to see what I want, she hung-​up. I wanted to inquire how to donate, but she didn’t give a damn. Why answer the phone at all?

Don’t bother to donate here. I came in with a couple of bags full of clothes and the old woman working there rejected my stuff for donation without looking at them. Go to Goodwill instead if you have things to donate.

This is a precisely organized and clean thrift store, which I’ve stopped at more than once to buy used Vinyl Records. The time previously I was told «someone came in and took all the records away» but I stopped in again on a lark a few months later and they had a small section of vinyl LP’s in the back of the store with several signs in the area explaining the prices for all media and that the LP’s were $ 2. I spend about 15 minutes going through them, trying to find ones that aren’t scratched or damaged and end up with four that are just whatever (a stray Marvin gaye collection with some marks, an ELO record, I think Missing Persons… just common but okay enough thrift store records) I take them up to the counter and the Woman goes «that will be TWENTY DOLLARS». «WHAT? For this garbage? „YES, they are collectibles“. But it says right next to where they are all records are Two Dollars» «No, these are very collectible, I have a book*». I argue with her a little bit. okay yeah, I AM a record dealer and know my prices, so it’s not so much the records which I don’t really care about, it’s the shadiness and untrustworthiness that just wasted fifteen minutes of my time. I wouldn’t even have looked at that price point nor wasted my time here. It’s a terrible way to run a business because it’s sours the customers on returning, and well, truthfully, you should honor the prices you have posted in your store. If they are special collectibles, put them in a special section with the price notated.
I left empty handed, then drove to and loaded up at Salvation Army on Old Mission Road, which had about 4,000 records for $ 2 each, and that day was buy one get one free.
*Btw THe problem with pricing from a book is most record guide books are old and don’t reflect the constant fluctuation in tastes and demand, nor grading, nor the fact that everything became way way cheaper once the internet made everything more widely available and available for ordering 24−7…which drove down the price of common records. …but again it’s not the price, it’s the shady move to change the prices once you get to the counter, which was unprofessional and sleazy. I don’t think I’ll shop here again for awhile and you should make sure what the price they have posted is what they will actually try to charge you.

I used to love coming here to shop and actually some of my key furniture pieces came from here. They had prices I could afford, but that has all changed. Their prices are outrageous!!! San Francisco and the peninsula it’s already expensive and these are donated items but God forbid you ask for discount. You’re better off waiting for the furniture sales to go at regular retail stores then to shop here. I think Saint Vincent de Paul forgot how this all started, this is to help people get on their feet or make things more available to those who can’t afford to pay full price. There’s a certain percentage of resellers that go to places like these to fill their stores but we don’t have to submit to such high prices!!! $ 600 for a china cabinet? please!

I was just calling to asking info on a donation p/​u and the lady was giving me the # but she didn’t speak clearly enoughfor me to get # so I ask her to repeat she rush me to hang up. This is not good customer service I will just go to the salvation army on old mission road «GREAT SELECTIONS ALOT OF PARKING AND CUSTOMER SERVICE».

Despite its low reviews, I decided to try out this place because it’s fairly close to where I live. I am really glad I took the chance!
I was impressed by their selection (did not even browse the clothes, so can’t speak for their selection in that area) overall. The items were displayed nicely and everything was well-​organized. I thought the prices were reasonable overall.
They do have a private parking lot with a few spaces, but even though the lot was full, we easily found street parking nearby.
The staff was friendly and although I misunderstood about a sign about a sale and should have technically not gotten 2 items for sale price, the worker gave me the discount anyway, something I didn’t expect after I figured out my mistake.
I will definitely be going back!

I can see why this place doesn’t get too many rave reviews. The product here isn’t that amazing and there’s barely anything in stock most of the time. The books are all hardcover and most if them are so far outdated that reading them would actually be a hindrance to your contemporary perception of the world.
Men’s clothing consists of horrid Hawaiian shirts that no one in their right mind should ever wear in this San Francisco weather we come to expect during any season.
Furniture selection here is either sold or overpriced. Room accessorys consists of multiple copies of the same lamp and a really wore out coffee table and chair.
You might be able to find a hidden gem, but you’d probably have better luck at a Goodwill.

I buy stuff here once in a while and I love every item I get here specially vases and other things that I can use in my studio as we also promote GREEN. It is true also that they can work things out with the prices especially when your buying a lot or big items.
My only concern is some workers are not as friendly as the others. If you don’t speak Spanish, they don’t talk to you… just yes or no.

I stopped in for the first time and bought a super cute leather loveseat here. It was very affordable and was able to negotiate 2 lamps thrown into the deal. the salesmen were very friendly and helpful. i will return again soon.
THEY DELIVER! for only 40 bucks a super bonus for convenience!

I pop in every other month or so. I found a really great padded chair here for $ 25 with a matching ottoman for $ 10. Someone else beat me to the ottoman. Some of their items are really reasonably priced and there is usually room to negotiate.
Occasionally they have amazing steins and glassware. Their clothing selection is usually not the greatest, but we generally find something we like here each time we go.

I periodically pop into this thrift store but I have yet to have ever bought anything. Space is a little weirdly shaped and the selection is lackluster even by thrifting standards.

I really hate to give an organization that is supposed to be helping people 2 stars, but my recent visit left me thinking that I won’t be back. I had two bags of clean and folded clothing to donate. I park in the back and look for someone to accept my donation. Knocking on the door marked Employees only” and calling «hello!» with no answer. I walk upstairs and ask the clerk behind the counter. Take your clothes downstairs. I repeat the process and come back. She then says, «Just leave the clothes downstairs.» I do and come back for a donation slip.
I then go to my car and find it blocked the SVDP truck. No driver to be found. I walk back into the store. I ask the clerk behind the counter where is the driver. She finds him and instead of moving the truck, moves another car near mine so I have to maneuver out the lot.
There was one good thing about my visit. I bought a big basket for $ 2, but it didn’t have a price tag on it. When I brought to the counter, the clerk said $ 2 and that was good enough for me.

this place is awesome for little nick nacks and vintge furniture. I can also find a bunch of skirts for cheap. they always have great deals and the furniture is off the hook. they also have nice bedding

I was able to find a vintage dress at a more reasonable price to what I would pay at a trendy vintage clothing store on Haight St. I was happy with the selection of clothing and sizes.
There is alot of furniture and household items at this location. I stood in shock at the used camera equipment section. Well atleast it is not all in a landfill somewhere.
I will keep this place on my radar and check periodically for new used stuff.

The St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Stores in Daly City, San Mateo and Redwood City are VERY poorly run. I believe that those store managers are selling stuff to family members and friends at special prices. I’ve witnessed it on several occasions.
I am a avid Goodwill, Savers and St. Vincent Paul thrift store shopper. The people in South San Francisco St. Vincent de Paul thrift store have the right idea. They price items to get stuff out to people who can use and need the items for sale. I believe that this is a time that we should be promoting second hand items that can really help the people in need and encourage people to be green and REUSE. Nowadays, The Goodwill gets new items from Target and sells it cheaper than you can buy at St. Vincent’s Thrift.
I notice that these stores price items that are out of reach for most low and middles income families. The items sit in stores for weeks. I’ve seen items be remarked if you look like you can afford to pay more. I find it unfair and not necessary.
I have never seen prices for used items so outrageous as in the Daly City, San Mateo and Redwood City St. Vincent de Paul Thrift.
It’s too bad that these people are making a bad name for such a great organization.

I guess I disagree with Larissa as to what I look for in a thrift store run by nonprofits. While I appreciate a bargain, I expect them to price fairly in order to support their work in the community. I find it neither funny nor helpful to hear whining and accusations of «commissions.»
The store is run largely by volunteers, and I say, good for them for trying to fo their best.

ok, so im just at a loss for words when it comes to a select handfull of thrift stores in the bay area lately. its rediculous. these corporations (most of them) are good helpful vital org. but then u visit some of their individual stores and the 60+ retired lonely bitty running the place is jacking up the prices so much one may wonder if her salary is commissioned based! hmmmm. collectors guides and antique pricing guides behind the register, with an extensive knowledge of makers marks on rare vintage jewelry? so when i come along with my petty $ 4 to spend hoping to walk outta there with one lil piece at least ask for any dollar jewelry i get shuffled towards a basket full of broken pieces. everything above that is priced $ 12-​$ 45!!! ok so with a no refund policy and no returns u better research this stuff just as much as that lady behind the counter. that is if you are tryin to resell it.(the ebay gig revolution that houswives around the world are surviving off of) this store has nice items and one plus is the 4 for a $ 1 table. but besides that don’t bother going in there unless u have $ 20+ to spend.