Unless you're blessed with a walk-in closet the size of a studio apartment, there comes a time when you
must clean it out - especially if you're a frequent shopper. Consigning the items you want to discard can
replenish your funds. When it comes to that pricey boutique dress you wore only once or that sample
sale find that didn't really fit, or that piece of jewelry that you’re tired of, or the sparkling bric-a-brac of
which you have far too many, sending them back out into the world will make another shopper happy
while padding your wallet. And that’s where we come in: We’re the volunteers at Willing Hearts
Consignment Shop. The shop is managed and fully staffed by volunteers for the benefit of the Rotary
Club of the Caldwells and its various projects and charities. We accept donations and certain
merchandise on consignment.
THERE ARE SO MANY GREAT REASONS TO RECYCLE THE ITEMS THAT YOU NO LONGER USE:
COMMUNITY AND CHARITY
The fashion industry is in an age known as
“fast clothing.” Clothing becomes obsolete
and easily disposable in large quantities
because it’s very inexpensive to mass
produce. The EPA estimates that 12.7
million tons of clothes are thrown away
every year. Clothing creates massive landfill
waste and many artificial fibers do not
decompose quickly or at all. The same is
true for furniture, housewares, decor items,
etc.
Our goal is to provide quality shopping at
affordable prices. We accept apparel,
jewelry, furs, accessories, home decor and
housewares consignment items and
donations which we recycle in the
community. Recycling your treasures with us
means you care enough about them, your
community and our environment to give
them a new life and for a great cause!
Rotary Club service projects include Help the
Children Hear which provides hearing aids
for deaf children and The Gift of Life, an
international program for children and
infants who need life-saving heart surgery.
YOURSELF
Donating your items not only helps the
environment and the community, but it also
creates a sense of pride in knowing that
you are helping others as well as
decluttering your home. Sometimes we’re
reluctant to part with items that we’ve
purchased because we view it as wasting
money. But getting rid of clutter can free
your mind of frustration, stress and
embarrassment. If you have items that no
longer fit, or that you don’t like because
you bought them on an impulse, or things
that are simply collecting dust, let us find
them a new home.
Since October,1997, nearly $1.5 million (after operating costs) has been generated by
Willing Hearts Consignment Shop for Rotary Club of the Caldwell’s charitable projects.
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Since October,1997, nearly
$1.5 million
(after operating costs)
has been generated by
Willing Hearts for
Rotary Club of the Caldwell’s
charities.
THERE ARE SO MANY GREAT REASONS TO RECYCLE
THE ITEMS YOU NO LONGER USE:
WILLING HEARTS GIFT CERTIFICATES ARE AVAILABLE
IN ANY DENOMINATION - TRULY A GIFT THAT KEEPS ON
GIVING!
Lois M. Reichert reviewed Willing Hearts — *****
December 12, 2016 ·
“This is not just a thrift store, it's a place to find
antiques, vintage and unique articles. Every time I go
in, there is new stock, excellent, affordable, good
quality merchandise. This is a higher end store, no junk
here! Check often for new items. I never walk out
empty handed. Great buys!”
Phyllis Garlock Lardieri - *****
Always find something here and everyone is so nice!
December 30, 2015
Wanda Molina reviewed Willing Hearts — *****
April 23, 2015 ·
“Great place to shop and volunteer at. I love the crew
who so lovingly oversee the store”
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WHAT IS CONSIGNING?
You bring your things to us at Willing Hearts
Consignment Shop so that we can sell them on your
behalf. The Shop does not own your merchandise. The
Shop pays you, the consignor, when your goods sell.
WHAT ITEMS ARE APPROPRIATE FOR
Consigning your items at Willing Hearts means you care
enough about them to give them a new life! All clothing
should be clean and pressed (no wrinkles). Jewelry,
household items and collectibles should be clean and in
good condition. We will not clean your items for you.
Your items MUST be saleable and something you might
buy. Review our current lists of what we accept for
consignment and what we cannot accept for
consignment on a regular basis.
HOW DO I BECOME A WILLING HEARTS CONSIGNOR?
It’s easy! You can become a Willing Hearts regular consignor by paying an annual $20
membership fee (see annual membership fee statement). When you join you receive a
Consignor ID number and can then begin consigning 20 items per month, up to 10 items at a
time during scheduled consignment hours. Your membership will remain valid as long as you pay
your annual membership fee. Drop by the shop and ask any volunteer and tell your friends that
new enrollments for membership are taken any time. You can view and download a Willing
Hearts Consignment Shop Consigner’s Contract here.
HOW IS A VALUE DETERMINED FOR MY ITEMS?
During your consignment session a volunteer experienced at pricing will help you set a price for
your items. A rule of thumb determining the value of consigned items is 1/3 of the original retail
price but this varies a great deal depending on the item and its condition. Remember that our
goal is to sell your items at the best price possible so trust the judgment of your volunteer. Each
Tuesday marks the beginning of the next consignment week.
HOW MUCH DO I EARN?
Your items are on the floor for 4 consignment weeks at full price. If your items sell in weeks 1
through 4 you get 60% of the price. The week you consign your items is considered to be the
first of the 4 weeks at the full consigned price. At the end of the week 4, you can decide to
take your unsold items home or you can donate them to the shop. Items left in the shop
become the property of Willing Hearts Consignment Shop/Rotary. On the first Tuesday of the
5th week, all items are reduced by 50% and all proceeds of the sale of these donated items go
to Rotary Club of The Caldwells. Further price reductions may be made at the discretion of the
manager. Items not sold after 5 weeks are forwarded to a variety of shelters that are affiliated
with Willing Hearts. You may ask for a tax letter for your donated items. You are responsible
for keeping your own inventory. You may ask about the status of your account only during the
4th consignment week and only during consignment hours. Please note that only one
consignor ID number can be used per consignment session.
WHEN AM I PAID?
Checks are ready on or before the 10th of each month for items sold during the previous
calendar month. A statement accompanies each check. Checks may be cashed up to 120 days
after the issue date. Checks are void after 120 days and are considered a donation to Rotary
Club of The Caldwells. You should pick up your check to avoid losing your payment. If you are
away from home for a long period of time, you may leave a self-addressed stamped envelope in
the office. Sorry, but checks will not be cashed in the shop, unless being used to purchase
merchandise.
CAN I ALSO DONATE TO WILLING HEARTS?
Donations are gladly accepted during business hours at the rear of the shop. Donation letters
are available
WHAT IS THE SPECIAL CATEGORY OF CONSIGNMENT CALLED
HARDSHIP?
If you have experienced the recent loss of a loved one or faced a hardship of some kind, you
may ask about a special category called Hardship. The manager will explain the procedure.
The fee for this membership is $30 per month. Consignors will be able to drop-off items but
these items MUST be in good condition and saleable. Dropped off items must be clearly
identified with your Consignor name and ID number. Consignment of these items is up to the
discretion of the volunteer staff. Items not accepted for consignment are forwarded to a
number of shelters affiliated with Willing Hearts. Never refer to your “drop-offs” as
“donations.”
Signing up new consignors
A volunteer uses the new computerized consignment system.
A volunteer prices an item.
CONSIGNMENT?
Willing Hearts Volunteers (left, in front of monitors) assist
consignors in pricing and collecting their items for sale.
Consignor’s view behind monitors as the volunteers assist.
1997- 2017: Twenty years of great buys
& service to the community!
IMPORTANT CONSIGNMENT DATES
WHAT IS CONSIGNING?
You bring your things to us at Willing Hearts
Consignment Shop so that we can sell them on
your behalf. The Shop does not own your
merchandise. The Shop pays you, the consignor,
when your goods sell.
WHAT ITEMS ARE APPROPRIATE FOR
Consigning your items at Willing Hearts means
you care enough about them to give them a new
life! All clothing should be clean and pressed
(no wrinkles). Jewelry, household items and
collectibles should be clean and in good
condition. We will not clean your items for you.
Your items MUST be saleable and something you
might buy. Review our current lists of what we
accept for consignment and what we cannot
accept for consignment on a regular basis.
HOW DO I BECOME A WILLING HEARTS CONSIGNOR?
It’s easy! You can become a Willing Hearts regular
consignor by paying an annual $20 membership fee (see
annual membership fee statement). When you join
you receive a Consignor ID number and can then begin
consigning 20 items per month, up to 10 items at a time
during scheduled consignment hours. Your membership
will remain valid as long as you pay your annual
membership fee. Drop by the shop and ask any volunteer
and tell your friends that new enrollments for
membership are taken any time. You can view and
download a Willing Hearts Consignment Shop Consigner’s
Contract here.
HOW IS A VALUE DETERMINED FOR MY ITEMS?
During your consignment session a volunteer experienced
at pricing will help you set a price for your items. A rule of
thumb determining the value of consigned items is 1/3 of
the original retail price but this varies a great deal
depending on the item and its condition. Remember that
our goal is to sell your items at the best price possible so
trust the judgment of your volunteer. Each Tuesday
marks the beginning of the next consignment week.
HOW MUCH DO I EARN?
Your items are on the floor for 4 consignment weeks at
full price. If your items sell in weeks 1 through 4 you get
60% of the price. The week you consign your items is
considered to be the first of the 4 weeks at the full
consigned price. At the end of the week 4, you can
decide to take your unsold items home or you can donate
them to the shop. Items left in the shop become the
property of Willing Hearts Consignment Shop/Rotary. On
the first Tuesday of the 5th week, all items are reduced by
50% and all proceeds of the sale of these donated items
go to Rotary Club of The Caldwells. Further price
reductions may be made at the discretion of the manager.
Items not sold after 5 weeks are forwarded to a variety of
shelters that are affiliated with Willing Hearts. You may
ask for a tax letter for your donated items. You are
responsible for keeping your own inventory. You may ask
about the status of your account only during the 4th
consignment week and only during consignment hours.
Please note that only one consignor ID number can be
used per consignment session.
WHEN AM I PAID?
Checks are ready on or before the 10th of each month for
items sold during the previous calendar month. A
statement accompanies each check. Checks may be
cashed up to 120 days after the issue date. Checks are
void after 120 days and are considered a donation to
Rotary Club of The Caldwells. You should pick up your
check to avoid losing your payment. If you are away
from home for a long period of time, you may leave a
self-addressed stamped envelope in the office. Sorry, but
checks will not be cashed in the shop, unless being used
to purchase merchandise.
CAN I ALSO DONATE TO WILLING HEARTS?
Donations are gladly accepted during business hours at
the rear of the shop. Donation letters are available.
WHAT IS THE SPECIAL CATEGORY OF
CONSIGNMENT CALLED HARDSHIP?
If you have experienced the recent loss of a loved one or
faced a hardship of some kind, you may ask about a
special category called Hardship. The manager will
explain the procedure. The fee for this membership is
$30. for a one month period. Hardship memberships can
be renewed for another one month period for an
additional $30. Consignors will be able to drop-off items
but these items MUST be in good condition and saleable.
Dropped off items must be clearly identified with your
Consignor ID number. Consignment of these items is up
to the discretion of the volunteer staff. Items not
accepted for consignment are forwarded to a number of
shelters affiliated with Willing Hearts. Never refer to your
“drop-offs” as “donations.”
CONSIGNMENT?
IMPORTANT CONSIGNMENT DATES
You can download a copy of this schedule here.
APPOINTMENT CONSIGNING PROCEDURE:
CONSIGNMENT: THE PROCESS
CONSIGNOR MEMBERSHIP FEES
Regular Consignors: $20 renewable annually
Unlimited Consignors (those enrolled prior to 12/31/16):
$30 renewable annually
Hardship Consignors: $30 renewable monthly
Consignors in all categories will be informed of any changes
in fees and consignment rules well in advance of future
renewals.
YOU CAN CONSIGN YOUR ITEMS AS A WALK-IN CONSIGNOR OR YOU CAN MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
1.
You can schedule an appointment at least one business day in advance of the date desired
by calling Willing Hearts at 973-226-7488 or while you are in the shop. You must speak
directly to a Willing Hearts volunteer to make the appointment. Recorded messages left to
make an appointment are not acceptable and will not be answered. .
2.
You can make a same day appointment only if there is a vacant appointment slot for that
day.
3.
On the day of the appointment, you should arrive at least 10 minutes in advance of the
scheduled time. You do not need to take a number.
4.
Upon your arrival, you should inform a volunteer at the consignment desk of your
appointment time, and wait to be called to a consignment station.
5.
If you arrive late, you will lose your appointment slot. You then become a regular walk-in
consignor and must take a number to secure your place in the walk-in queue only on days
when walk-ins are accepted.
6.
Appointment Cancellations: You should call Willing Hearts in advance if you need to cancel
your appointment. Phone message cancellations will be accepted.
7.
The consignment process is the same as for a walk-in consignor.
To download the Willing Hearts Weekly Consignment Schedule click here.
A volunteer (at computer)
assists a new consignor.
Another volunteer checks her
consignment computer.
CURRENT WILLING HEARTS CONSIGNMENT HOURS:
Tuesdays
1 - 6:30 PM
Appointments
Wednesdays
10 AM – 1:30 PM
Appointments
Thursdays
10 AM – 1:30 PM
Appointments
Fridays
10 AM – 1:30 PM
Appointments
Saturday
10 AM – 1:30 PM
Appointments
You’ll find Willing Hearts business cards at the shop with this schedule on the reverse side.
You can download and print a copy of the consignment hours here.
RETRIEVING YOUR ITEMS
Because we are a very busy shop with hundreds of active consignors, we cannot help you find
your things. You will have to find them yourself. Once you have retrieved your items, take
them to the jewelry counter where a volunteer will help you remove the tags and have you
sign the back of each tag to prove that the items are yours. You cannot re-consign your items
again for at least 6 weeks. You can check on the status of your account at any time during
business hours. However, the sale of any item is not guaranteed until the close of the month
because of the possibility of an unexpected customer return.
Items that are donated to the shop after 4 weeks and sell at 50% or less are considered
donations to the Rotary We urge you to consider increasing your contribution in this way.
PLEASE NOTE THAT WILLING HEARTS CONSIGNMENT SHOP IS NOT RESPONSIBLE
FOR ITEMS LOST, STOLEN, OR DAMAGED.
Managers Susan S (seated)
and Susan M review data
entry after a consignmwent
session.
1997- 2017: Twenty years of great buys
& service to the community!
WALK-IN CONSIGNMENT PROCEDURE:
APPOINTMENT CONSIGNING PROCEDURE:
CONSIGNMENT: THE PROCESS
CONSIGNOR MEMBERSHIP FEES
Regular Consignors: $20 renewable annually
Unlimited Consignors (those enrolled prior to 12/31/16):
$30 renewable annually
Hardship Consignors: $30 renewable monthly
Consignors in all categories will be informed of any changes in fees
and consignment rules well in advance of future renewals.
Consignors in all categories will be informed of any
changes in fees and consignment rules well in advance
of future renewals.
YOU CAN CONSIGN YOUR ITEMS AS A WALK-IN
CONSIGNOR OR YOU CAN MAKE AN
APPOINTMENT
1.
If you choose to be a walk-in consignor, take a number
at the cash register and wait to be called. Watch the
electronic number display and wait to hear your
number called. Missing your number means missing
your turn in line.
2.
When your number is called, sit at an empty
consignment station. Provide the volunteer with your
Consignor ID number.
3.
Complete a Consignment Inventory Sheet as you
consign each item so you can track your inventory.
4.
You can consign a maximum of 10 items at a time, 20
items per month.
5.
Only 5 like items are accepted each month; examples:
5 pieces of jewelry, 5 skirts, 5 pots, etc.
6.
No item is consigned for less than $5.00.
7.
Work with the volunteer to determine an appropriate
price for your item.
8.
“As is” items must be approved by a manager.
1.
You can schedule an appointment at least one
business day in advance of the date desired by calling
Willing Hearts at 973-226-7488 or while you are in
the shop. You must speak directly to a Willing Hearts
volunteer to make the appointment. Recorded
messages left to make an appointment are not
acceptable and will not be answered. .
2.
You can make a same day appointment only if there is
a vacant appointment slot for that day.
3.
On the day of the appointment, you should arrive at
least 10 minutes in advance of the scheduled time.
You do not need to take a number.
4.
Upon your arrival, you should inform a volunteer at
the consignment desk of your appointment time, and
wait to be called to a consignment station.
5.
If you arrive late, you will lose your appointment slot.
You then become a regular walk-in consignor and
must take a number to secure your place in the walk-
in queue or on days when walk-ins are accepted.
6.
Appointment Cancellations: You should call Willing
Hearts in advance if you need to cancel your
appointment. Phone message cancellations will be
accepted.
7.
The consignment process is the same as for a walk-in
consignor.
To download the current Willing Hearts Weekly
Consignment Schedule click here.
Another volunteer checks her
consignment computer.
CURRENT WILLING HEARTS CONSIGNMENT
HOURS:
Tuesdays
1 - 6:30 PM
Appointments
Wednesdays
10 AM – 1:30 PM
Appointments
Thursdays
10 AM – 1:30 PM
Appointments
Fridays
10 AM – 1:30 PM
Appointments
Saturday
10 AM – 1:30 PM
Appointments
You’ll find Willing Hearts business cards at the shop with
this schedule on the reverse side.
You can download and print a copy of the consignment
hours here.
RETRIEVING YOUR ITEMS
Because we are a very busy shop with hundreds of
active consignors, we cannot help you find your things.
You will have to find them yourself. Once you have
retrieved your items, take them to the jewelry counter
where a volunteer will help you remove the tags and
have you sign the back of each tag to prove that the
items are yours. You cannot re-consign your items
again for at least 6 weeks.
Items that are donated to the shop after 4 weeks and
sell at 50% or less help us cover our operating
expenses. So we urge you to consider increasing your
contribution in this way. You can check on the status of
your account at any time during business hours.
However, the sale of any items is not guaranteed until
the close of the month due to the possibility of
unexpected customer returns.
PLEASE NOTE THAT WILLING HEARTS
CONSIGNMENT SHOP IS NOT RESPONSIBLE
FOR ITEMS LOST, STOLEN, OR DAMAGED.
Managers Susan S (seated)
and Susan M review data
entry after a consignment
session.
A volunteer (at computer)
assists a new consignor.
(Exceptions may sometimes be made at the manager’s discretion)
All exceptions at the manager’s discretion (UPDATED 1/28/20).
•
Animal accessories - new with tags
•
Appliances:
new microwaves, toaster ovens, used toasters and irons in clean, like-new condition,
small appliances new with tags/boxed or like-new condition
•
Books: non-fiction, general interest, coffee table, art, cooking, gardening, etc.
•
Craft items: new or like new, packaged appropriately
•
Dolls: accepted for winter holiday season only
•
Electronics: small CD and DVD players, small radios in working condition, current
technology new telephones in original packaging
•
Exercise equipment: small weights, exercise belts, sports gloves, etc.
•
Footwear: new socks with tags, new stockings with tags and packaging
•
Frames - only sterling silver, crystal, Lenox, Waterford or other high-end
•
Gift wrap - only new and sealed
•
Glasses/mugs: ordinary sets of 2, 4 or more – with value of $6 or more
one or more Waterford, Baccarat, Daum, Royal Doulton, etc.
•
Handbags: day wear $15. Willing Hearts value or greater
evening wear $10 Willing Hearts value or greater
vintage bags
•
Jeans: fall, winter, early spring only
•
Knives: new, specialty use in packaged complete sets
new or like-new packaged complete sets
•
Luggage: new or like new condition, 2 or 4 wheels light weight, carryalls
•
Men's clothing, only new with tags for holidays and Father's Day
•
Mirrors (at manager’s discretion)*
•
Men's Accessories: wallets and jewelry at any time
•
Personal Grooming devices: new grooming items with tags, etc. new toiletries and makeup
•
Pictures/paintings/photos: any size vintage or original artwork*
•
Pillows as matching part of NEW or like new bed sets
•
Plastic storage organizers - small
•
Quilts, comforters, blankets in season
•
Rugs: smaller than 8 feet by 10 feet
•
Shorts: spring and summer only
•
Stuffed animals: new with tags at holiday times
•
Tools: household and garden, new and used
•
Toys, games, puzzles: only NEW for the holidays
•
Vintage toys (with manager's approval)
*FURNITURE AND PICTURES WIDER THAN 24” MUST BE SCHEDULED IN ADVANCE AT
THE JEWELRY COUNTER.
EXCEPTIONS MAY BE MADE FOR DONATED ITEMS ONLY
BUNDLING OF LIKE ITEMS IS ACCEPTABLE
VINTAGE IS ALWAYS AN EXCEPTION
ITEMS MUST BE CLEAN AND WRINKLE FREE
You can download and print a copy of this list here.
•
Animal Accessories and equipment, used
•
Apparel with advertising
•
Appliances: Small appliances in poor condition.
•
Chandeliers
•
Dried flowers
•
Electronics:
amplifiers, speakers
TVs, VCRs. cassette players
large CD and DVD players, large radios
computers, computer equipment, peripherals
FAX Machines, used telephones, answering machines
•
Exercise equipment, large
•
Food or medicine of any kind
•
Footwear including shoes and used socks, stockings
•
Frames that are small and inexpensive
•
very large table and chair sets, very large sideboards, etc.
•
Gift wrap that is opened or partially used
•
Gowns such as evening. Prom, bridesmaids, etc.
•
Jewelry: damaged
•
Luggage: worn, old, without wheels (unless a carryall)
•
Mirrors: large - only with manager’s approval
•
Novels
•
Personal Grooming Devices that are used
•
Pictures, prints: generic, smaller than 12” wide
•
Pillows (except those included with new or like-new bedsets)
•
Plastic storage units: large
•
Rugs larger than 8’ x 10’
•
Stuffed animals of any kind except new with tags at holidays
•
Textbooks
You can download AND PRINT a copy of this list here.
THE GUIDE: What I can and can not consign:
Yes! We’ll take these items:
Sorry. We can’t take these items:
1997- 2017: Twenty years of great buys
& service to the community!
(updated 8/6/19)
All exceptions at manager’s discretion.
•
Animal accessories and equipment: new with tags
•
Appliances: new microwaves, toaster ovens, used toasters and
irons in clean, like-new condition, small appliances new with
tags/boxed or like-new condition
•
Books: non-fiction, general interest, coffee table, art, cooking,
gardening, etc.
•
Craft items: new or like new, packaged appropriately
•
Dolls: accepted for winter holiday season only
•
Electronics: small CD and DVD players, small radios in
working condition, current technology new telephones in
original packaging
•
Exercise equipment: small weights,
exercise belts, sport gloves, etc.
•
Footwear: new socks with tags, new
stockings with tags and packaging
•
Frames - only sterling silver, crystal,
Lenox, Waterford or other high-end
•
Gift wrap - only new and sealed
•
Glasses/mugs: ordinary sets of 2, 4
or more – with value of $6 or more;
one or more Waterford, Baccarat,
Daum, Royal Doulton, etc.
•
Handbags: day wear $15. Willing
Hearts value or greater evening
wear $10 Willing Hearts value or
greater; vintage bags
•
Jeans: fall, winter, early spring only
•
Knives: new, specialty use in
packaged complete sets new or like-
new packaged complete sets
•
Luggage: new or like new condition,
2 or 4 wheels light weight, carryalls
•
Men's clothing, only new with tags
for holidays and Father's Day
•
Mirrors (at manager’s discretion)
•
Men's Accessories: wallets and
jewelry at any time
•
Personal Grooming devices: new
grooming items with tags, etc. new toiletries and makeup
•
Pictures/paintings/photos: any size vintage or original artwork
•
Pillows as matching parts of NEW or like new bed sets
•
Plastic storage organizers - small
•
Quilts, comforters, blankets in season
•
Rugs: smaller than 8 feet by 10 feet
•
Shorts: spring and summer only
•
Stuffed animals: new with tags at holiday time
•
Tools: household and garden, new and used
•
Toys, games, puzzles: only NEW for the holidays
•
Vintage toys (with manager's approval)
EXCEPTIONS MAY BE MADE FOR DONATED AND
SPECIALITY ITEMS AT NMANAGER’S DISCRETION ONLY
BUNDLING OF LIKE ITEMS IS ACCEPTABLE
VINTAGE IS ALWAYS AN EXCEPTION
ITEMS MUST BE CLEAN AND WRINKLE FREE
Furniture and pictures wider that 24” must be scheduled
in advance at the jewelry counter. You can download
and print a copy of this list here.
•
Animal Accessories and equipment, used
•
Apparel with advertising
•
Appliances: small appliances in poor condition
•
Chandeliers
•
Dried flowers
•
Electronics: amplifiers, speakers, TVs, VCRs. cassette players,
large CD and DVD players, large radios, computers, computer
equipment, peripherals, FAX Machines, used telephones,
answering machines
•
Exercise equipment, large
•
Food or medicine of any kind
•
Footwear including shoes and used
socks, stockings
•
Frames that are small and
inexpensive
•
Furniture: beds, bed frames, sofas,
large upholstered items, very large
table and chair sets, very large
sideboards, etc.
•
Giftwrap that is opened or partially
used
•
Gowns such as evening. Prom,
bridesmaids, etc.
•
Jewelry: damaged
•
Luggage: worn, old, without wheels
(unless a carryall)
•
Mirrors LARGE - only with manager’s
approval
•
Novels
•
Personal Grooming Devices that are used
•
Pictures, prints: generic, smaller than 12” wide
•
Pillows (except those included with new or like-new bedsets)
•
Plastic storage units: large
•
Rugs larger than 8’ x 10’
•
Stuffed animals of any kind except new with tags at holidays
•
Textbooks
•
You can download AND PRINT a copy of this list
here.
THE GUIDE: What I can and can not
Yes! We’ll take these items:
currently consign:
SORRY, WE CAN’T TAKE THESE ITEMS:
(UPDATED 1/7/20)
VOLUNTEERING AT WILLING HEARTS CONSIGNMENT SHOP
Willing Hearts Consignment Shop is managed and fully staffed by volunteers for the benefit of
the Rotary Club of the Caldwells and its various projects and charities. We’re always on the
lookout for dynamic and friendly people to help provide great customer service and an
outstanding thrifting experience in our shop. Volunteers will accept merchandise consignment
and donations, assist customers at our fitting rooms, refill and organize our clothing racks
and housewares shelves and work with staff on a wide variety of special projects. Each
volunteer is trained to have knowledge of each area of the shop, and each person’s volunteer
experience can be tailored to their personal skills and interests. Click here for a Willing
Hearts Consignment Shop Volunteer Job Description that you can download.
WE’RE ALL VOLUNTEERS!
If you ask a Willing Hearts Volunteer why they give their time they’ll probably say:
Someone asked us. We almost automatically respond when someone tells us that we are
needed. We are motivated by our view of the world – to try to improve the quality of life in The
Caldwells. We are looking for the external recognition and internal good feeling that comes with
volunteering. We have untapped skills that can used by volunteering with Willing Hearts. We
actively enjoy the kind of work that volunteering entails: it’s fun for us. We enjoy the social
situation, and value the contacts with other volunteers, consignees, staff members and
shoppers. This is often true for people who don’t work outside the home, and don’t have the
daily social contact that such work brings with it – seniors, stay-at-home moms, etc. It makes us
all feel needed and useful. Click here for a copy of the Volunteer Appointment Procedure.
Willing Hearts Volunteers meet in January of 2017 in the
newly refurbished shop to plan the next consignment season.
THINKING OF VOLUNTEERING? IT’S OK TO ASK “WHAT’S IN IT FOR ME?”
Volunteering at Willing Hearts can be a great way to develop skills, learn more about career
options, make friends, or even just shake up your routine. Yet Willing Hearts volunteers rarely
speak of the benefits of volunteering to themselves — maybe it feels a bit too self-centered, or
too far from the altruistic vision of the selfless volunteer.
But who says that doing good and enjoying yourself can't happen at the same time?
And don't forget that sometimes it just feels good to be valued; as a volunteer you can
contribute unique skills, experiences, and perspectives. Volunteering can be a fun, meaningful
way to make new friends. New to the community? Looking to branch out socially? Simply looking
for something to do with new people? Volunteer and get to know others who care about the
same issues that you do.
Last but not least, volunteering is one of the best ways we know of to make a difference in your
community. Whatever your passion, however you get involved, volunteering offers a way to have
a real and lasting impact on the world.
So why not go for it? Click here to download a Willing Hearts Volunteer Application Form or stop by the shop!
And click here to download a PDF version of the Willing Hearts Consignment Shop Volunteer Flyer.
1997- 2017: Twenty years of great buys
& service to the community!
In case you’re still not sure about volunteering at Willing Hearts, watch this short video by clicking anywhere below:
. . . AT WILLING HEARTS!
Willing Hearts Consignment Shop is managed and fully
staffed by volunteers for the benefit of the Rotary Club of
the Caldwells and its various projects and charities. We’re
always on the lookout for dynamic and friendly people to
help provide great customer service and an outstanding
thrifting experience in our shop. Volunteers will accept
merchandise consignment and donations, assist
customers at our fitting rooms, refill and organize our
clothing racks and housewares shelves and work with
staff on a wide variety of special projects. Each volunteer
is trained to have knowledge of each area of the shop,
and each person’s volunteer experience can be tailored to
their personal skills and interests. Click here for a
Willing Hearts Consignment Shop Volunteer Job
Description that you can download.
If you ask a Willing Hearts Volunteer why they give their
time they’ll probably say: Someone asked us. We almost
automatically respond when someone tells us that we are
needed. We are motivated by our view of the world – to
try to improve the quality of life in The Caldwells. We are
looking for the external recognition and internal good
feeling that comes with volunteering. We have untapped
skills that can used by volunteering with Willing Hearts.
We actively enjoy the kind of work that volunteering
entails: it’s fun for us. We enjoy the social situation, and
value the contacts with other volunteers, consignees,
staff members and shoppers. This is often true for people
who don’t work outside the home, and don’t have the
daily social contact that such work brings with it –
seniors, stay-at-home moms, etc. It makes us all feel
needed and useful. Click here for a copy of the
Volunteer Appointment Procedure.
Willing Hearts Volunteers meet in January of 2017 in the
newly refurbished shop to plan the next consignment season.
THINKING OF VOLUNTEERING?
IT’S OK TO ASK:
WHAT’S IN IT FOR ME?
Volunteering at Willing Hearts can be a great way to
develop skills, learn more about career options, make
friends, or even just shake up your routine. Yet Willing
Hearts volunteers rarely speak of the benefits of
volunteering to themselves — maybe it feels a bit too
self-centered, or too far from the altruistic vision of the
selfless volunteer.
But who says that doing good and enjoying yourself
can't happen at the same time?
And don't forget that sometimes it just feels good to be
valued; as a volunteer you can contribute unique skills,
experiences, and perspectives. Volunteering can be a
fun, meaningful way to make new friends. New to the
community? Looking to branch out socially? Simply
looking for something to do with new people? Volunteer
and get to know others who care about the same issues
that you do.
Last but not least, volunteering is one of the best ways
we know of to make a difference in your community.
Whatever your passion, however you get involved,
volunteering offers a way to have a real and lasting
impact on the world.
In case you’re still not sure about volunteering
at Willing Hearts, watch this short video by
clicking anywhere below:
photo: Susan S.
1997- 2017: Twenty years of great buys
& service to the community!
SUMMER 2022
SUMMER, 2022
News about the shop, special sales, events, schedules
and other items of interest to our customers.
A WEBLETTER FOR THE VOLUNTEERS OF
WILLING HEARTS CONSIGNMENT SHOP
FEATURING PHOTOS, VIDEOS AND STORIES
OF OUR STAFF IN AND OUT OF THE SHOP
FALL/WINTER, 2018-19
1997- 2017: Twenty years of great buys
& service to the community!
photos by Patti M
IN MEMORIAM:
Sandra Loeb
IN MEMORIAM:
Grace De La Forterie
Sam Kent
REMEMBERING GRACE
Willing Hearts & The Rotary Club of the Caldwells Threw a Very
Special NONAGENARIAN Celebration for Veteran Volunteers
Barbara Morgan (90) and Pat “Mash” (94) on Sunday, 4/10/2022!
Special posters featuring digital portraits of Abbie and Pat were created for the “King and
Queen of the Nonagenerians” by George Bales.
Rotary Official Tom Cocchiola presented Barbara
with a very special award and she has been
named a Paul Harris Fellow, which is a unique
honor. Barbara is one of the original founders
of Willing Hearts Consignment Shop.
On behalf of the Rotary Club of the Caldwells,
Tom Cocchiola presented Pat “Mash” with the
Service Above Self Award.
FOR MEMORIALS PLEASE SCROLL TO BOTTOM OF THE PAGE
A WEBLETTER FOR THE VOLUNTEERS OF WILLING HEARTS
FEATURING PHOTOS, VIDEOS AND STORIES OF OUR STAFF
IN AND OUT OF THE SHOP
photos by Pattie M
photod by Patti M.
Willing Hearts & The Rotary Club
of the Caldwells Threw a Very
Special NONAGENARIAN
Celebration for Veteran Volunteers
Barbara Morgan (90) and
Pat “Mash” (94) on Sunday, 4/10/2022!
Special posters featuring digital portraits of
Abbie and Pat were created for the “King and
Queen of the Nonagenerians” by George Bales.
SPRING, 2022
Rotary Official Tom Cocchiola presented Barbara
with a very special award and she has been
named a Paul Harris Fellow, which is a unique
honor. Barbara is one of the original founders
of Willing Hearts Consignment Shop.
On behalf of the Rotary Club of the Caldwells,
Tom Cocchiola presented Pat “Mash” with the
Service Above Self Award.
THE GALLERY & file cabinet
A COLLECTION OF DOCUMENTS AND ASSORTED PHOTOS TO DOWNLOAD OR VIEW.
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You can download Adobe Acrobat Reader DC HERE free. Here is the ANDROID version and the MAC version for mobile phones
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1997- 2017: Twenty years of great buys
& service to the community!
PLEASE NOTE THAT THE ABOVE DOCUMENTS HAVE BEEN UPDATED RECENTLY!
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version for mobile phones.
THE GALLERY filing cabinet
A COLLECTION OF DOCUMENTS TO DOWNLOAD,
VIEW OR PRINT - ALL DOCUMENTS HAVE BEEN
RECENTLY UPDATED.
1997- 2017: Twenty years of great buys
& service to the community!
CONTACTS (TERMS OF SALES)
CONTACTS (TERMS OF SALES)
WILLING HEARTS CONSIGNMENT SHOP
491 BLOOMFIELD AVENUE
CALDWELL, NEW JERSEY 07006
BUSINESS HOURS:
TUES: 10am - 8pm
WED - SAT: 10am - 5pm
973.226.7488
www.willinghearts.com
EMAIL:
General Inquiries:
inquiries@willinghearts.com
Volunteer Information:
volunteers@willinghearts.com
Website comments :
webmaster@willinghearts.com
WE ACCEPT CASH AND CREDIT CARDS (EXCLUDING AMEX).
SORRY, WE CANNOT ACCEPT CHECKS.
TERMS:
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ALL SALES ARE FINAL.
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NO REFUNDS OR EXCHANGES.
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RETURNS ON FAULTY FULL PRICE ELECTRICAL ITEMS
WITHIN 2 BUSINESS DAYS OF PURCHASE
FOR STORE CREDIT ONLY.*
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NO RETURNS WITHOUT RECEIPT.
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NO RETURNS OF ANY KIND ON SALE MERCHANDISE.
*Faulty full price electrical items within 2 days.
CREDITS:
Web design, construction, illustrations, maintenance
George Bales
Copy editing
George Bales
All photography (except where noted):
George Bales
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