Thrift Comfy and Quality Winter Vaca Finds at Morgan Memorial Goodwill Industries

Heading out for a last minute winter vaca? Don’t forget to put Morgan Memorial Goodwill Industries on your list. Whether it’s a weekend in the White Mountains or the Berkshires or a day trek to Blue Hills or Wachusett, our 15 store locations in Massachusetts are stocked with the essentials to keep your family warm and dry.

And here’s the best part — satisfy everyone in your bunch with our unique, never-the-same collection of the best thrifting Boston has to offer. From warm wools to oversized flannels and bargain jackets for fast-growing children, we’ve got your look — and your budget — covered!

Simply Thrift These Family Favorites at Goodwill

1. Slip on a cozy flannel for a laid back look while traveling.

This Kerry green American Eagle crop flannel is a teen darling. Meanwhile, these women’s button- down shackets’ by Natural Reflections and REI Co-op keep you covered with a soft, brushed fabric perfect for layering or staying warm on long drives. Priced at under $7 each – they make a perfect last-minute buy.

2. Warm blankets make it easy to invite a friend along.

Handmade crocheted coverlets in bright blues, pinks, and yellows are like a friendly smile on a chilly day, wrapping loved ones in warmth and joy. Need a neutral for that day-long adventure? Gray, white, and stone-colored throws cover laps nicely and cost less than anything you’d find at a major retailer.

3. Kids outerwear

is the first reason to shop at Goodwill! Invest in a shell pink snow bib for your toddler or layer her up in this lavender Puma shell. Boys shape up with coats of every make including this navy blue hooded H&M puffer jacket with lined in reflective fabric.

4. Hand-me-down quality clothing in durable fabrics

are found every day at your local Goodwill. No need to hunt online or pay outrageous retail prices. Find such reliable name brands as Hanna Anderson, Under Armour, and U.S. Polo for standards that are at the core of a comfy night’s sleep for little ones.

5. Growing feet make snow trips an expensive treat!

Find the perfect kids pair with an easy sweep through one of our brightly lit stores. Land a beloved label with these charming and colorful Sorel Yoot™ Pac TP Boot or ensure your brood stays warm and dry in Canadian-made Kamik winter boots or budget-friendly Totes – all for less than a quarter of what you’d pay new.

6. Reading is essential to a growing mind.

Pack a few inexpensively priced books for teens, kids and yourself and watch the hours fly by as your kids discover worlds far from homebase. Every Goodwill harbors packs and stacks of fun, easy-to-carry traveling must haves such as playing cards and old-school board games – just stop by and pick out a few.

Thanks for reading our winter blog. We hope you found inspiration for saving money and preparing well for your next family adventure. Good luck and happy travels!

Morgan Memorial Goodwill Industries

Goodwill is a community-based nonprofit organization whose mission is to help individuals with barriers to self-sufficiency to achieve independence and dignity through work. It provides job training programs for individuals who are responding to challenges such as disabilities, domestic violence, low educational attainment and previous incarceration. Goodwill also operates MassHire Boston Career Center, a one-stop career center located in Boston that offers universal access to a broad range of services for job seekers. The Goodwill stores in Massachusetts provide jobs and on-the-job training opportunities and offer quality, low-cost goods to individuals and families looking for value. To learn more, visit Goodwill online at www.goodwillmass.org or follow on social media @goodwillboston.