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Nashville International Center for Empowerment (NICE) in partnership with Thriftsmart

Partner Highlight: Nashville International Center for Empowerment

An Interview with Max Rykov Today we’re highlighting one of our GiveSmart partners - the Nashville International Center for Empowerment (NICE). We sat down with NICE’s Associate Director of Development, Max Rykov, to discuss the work they’re doing as well as the recent influx of Afghan...

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ThriftSmart Charity Feature: The Belize Project

Read on to learn all about one of the charitiesThriftSmart supports: The Belize Project By shopping at ThriftSmart, you are helping us support locally based charities such as The Belize Project. We want to thank you for that continued support from the bottom of our hearts! What...

5 Last-Minute Affordable Valentine’s Day Ideas 

Valentine's Day is coming up and if you're like many people, you might be a little short on cash. But don't worry – ThriftSmart has 5 last-minute Valentine's Day ideas that are easy on your wallet. These activities are easy to do and don't require spending...

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Millennial and Gen Z Shoppers Are Choosing Thrift Over New

​​Sustainability, eco-friendliness, and eclectic styles drive the trend. Just as sustainable and eco-friendly practices are on the rise among millennial and Gen Z shoppers, so is the interest in buying secondhand clothes.  Younger shoppers also frequent thrift stores because they can find cool and unique styles that...

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10 Christmas Traditions – Old & New – to Start This Year

Bring your family closer this year with our list of activities. Then enjoy them together year after year. We’re coming into the holiday season once again. If you’re in search of ideas to create fond memories of Christmas for your family this year, your friends at...

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5 Tips for Throwing a Ugly Sweater Christmas Party

5 helpful things to remember when you’re planning one of the most fun holiday traditions Christmas is filled with so many great traditions: decorating your tree, hanging your stockings, eating Christmas dinner with your family, and, most importantly, having wacky parties. Whether it’s white elephant parties,...

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10 Ways to Give Back in Nashville—Help Make a Difference Now

ThriftSmart gives you many ways to feel good about your shopping experience with us—by giving back! We can all impact our community and world for the better. The beauty of philanthropy is that it does not have to be extravagant. And from finding those fantastic diamonds in...

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10 DIY Holiday Gifts for Kids to Create

The holidays are the perfect time to create memories with your kids. Crafting homemade gifts together brings your family closer. When you create something to give family or friends, they can cherish it through the years. Kids get a sense of pride when they see a friend...