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Goodwill Thrifting Hall of Fame

The Goodwill Thrifting Hall of Fame honors the champions of sustainable style and savvy shopping, celebrating the art of thrifting and its positive impact on our communities.

This exclusive award recognizes treasure hunters and fashion enthusiasts who have elevated second-hand shopping to an art form, inviting you to join the ranks of those who've made lasting contributions to the world of thrift.

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What is it?

This virtual hall of fame recognizes thrifters from across Alberta. Only a handful of lucky thrifters can call themselves an award-winning thrifter, including 6 unique categories. Inductees will receive a special prize package including an awards event cermony, taking place in Calgary, a stay in a Calgary Hotel, a Goodwill gift card and more!

The Thrifting Hall of Fame is rolling out the red carpet for the savviest second-hand shoppers in the province. With six unique categories up for grabs, only a handful of lucky thrifters can claim the title of "award-winning thrifter."

Our inductees don't just get bragging rights - they're in for a treat with a prize package that'll make your thrifting-loving heart skip a beat. We're talking a glitzy awards ceremony in Calgary, a comfy hotel stay to rest those deal-finding feet, a Goodwill gift card to fuel your next shopping trip, and other exciting surprises! Elevate your love for thrifting to legendary status in the Hall of Fame.
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Goodwill's Thrifting Hall of Fame Trophy
2025 Thrift Hall of Fame Award Categories

Categories

• Antique Finds: celebrates collectors who treasure vintage items, preserving the beauty and history of cherished old pieces.

• Mindful Maker (formerly DIY of the Year): honors creators who craft new pieces through DIY projects while prioritizing sustainability.

• Fashionable Finds: honors style innovators who curate thrifted wardrobes, crafting unique looks with creative flair.

• Home Décor Hero: recognizes creative individuals who transform spaces with thrifted treasures, crafting stylish and inviting rooms they proudly showcase.

• Donor of the Year: celebrates an individual who generously donates quality items to Goodwill, reflecting their commitment to social responsibility and community welfare.

• People's Choice Award: recognizes a community-voted thrifting enthusiast who showcases their love for unique secondhand discoveries.
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Award Ceremony

Winners will be invited to an exclusive Award Ceremony on Friday, August 22, 2025 in Calgary, Alberta. 

Thrifting Hall of Fame Nomination Form

Only a handful of lucky thrifters can call themselves an award-winning thrifter, will you be the next one?

Nominations open on June 9th, 2025. 
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Thank your nomination, entries are now closed and inductees will be announced shortly.

Thrifting Hall of Fame  FAQ

  • If I win, what do I wear to the event?

    Business casual! Make it your own and show us your style! (Extra points for thrifted outfits from Goodwill!

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  • If I win/am nominated, what next?

    If you are declared a winner for one of the six categories, you be notified after the call for nominations closes on July 26th, 2024, with details, by either email/phone from the Goodwill Thrifting Hall of Fame selection committee.

    There is one (1) grand prize (the “Prize”) available to be won by six different nominated individuals (“Winner(s)”).

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  • Can you nominate for more than one category?

    Yes! You can check as many categories as you’d like!

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  • What are the qualifications?

    Winners must reside in Alberta and demonstrate a strong contribution to the second-hand community through shopping or donating to local thrift-stores. Must be age of majority in the province. Please see rules and regulations for more details.

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  • What are the deadlines?

    Nominations are open from 5:00 a.m. Mountain Standard Time (“MST”) on June 10th, 2024 and ends at 11:59 p.m. MST on July 26th, 2024 (the “Contest Period“) after which time the Contest will be closed and no other entries shall be accepted.

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  • How do I enter or nominate?

    Simply fill out the form below to nominate an individual of your choice! We are honouring the best of the best, so make sure their contribution to the thrifting community is above and beyond all expectations.

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  • What do you get if you win?

    Grand Prize includes hotel accommodation for one night and two guests on August 23, 2024, in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada at a hotel partner to Goodwill Industries of Alberta. The prize will also include multiple gift cards, a trophy/certificate of recognition and dinner for two at the Hall of Fame Ceremony to be conducted on August 23, 2024 in Edmonton, Alberta. (Prize to be valued at approximately $500 CDN)

    Winner(s) are/is not entitled to monetary substitution of prize package and/or difference between actual Prize value and stated approximate Prize value, if any.

    The Sponsors and/or the Sponsors’ representatives will contact the Winner to coordinate the provision of the Prize within two (2) days once such Winner has been successfully contacted and notified of his/her Prize and fulfilled the requirements set out herein.

    Prize must be accepted as awarded and cannot be transferred, assigned, substituted or redeemed for cash, except in Goodwill Industries of Alberta’s sole discretion. Goodwill Industries of Alberta reserve the right, in its sole discretion, to substitute the Prize for an alternative prize of equal or greater value if the Prize cannot be awarded for any reason.

    Winner and his/her Guests must be available to participate in the Prize on August 23, 2024. Should Winner and/or Guests be unable to participate on the dates and times designated by the Sponsors, the Prize will be forfeited and awarded to an alternate winner.

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  • Can I nominate myself?

    Yes! We encourage anyone and everyone to enter!

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  • Does the person nominated need to exclusively shop at Goodwill?

    No they don’t, as Goodwill is an inclusive environment. However, we would love your continued support as 92 cents of every dollar goes to funding our mission of providing Albertans with disabilities with meaningful employment.

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