About Us

Welcome to Give Back Rack — Where Every Purchase Carries Purpose.

In the heart of Barrie, Give Back Rack is more than a place to find incredible deals. It’s a place where community shows up for community.
Owned and operated by Barrie Families Unite, our not-for-profit thrift store exists for one simple reason: to ensure local families can access clothing and essentials with dignity, autonomy, and hope.
When you shop here, you’re not just saving money — you’re helping a neighbour stand a little taller.

Powered by Volunteers. Fuelled by Community.

Every rack sorted. Every donation processed. Every family welcomed.
It’s all made possible by volunteers who believe in doing things differently.
We are not perfect. We are growing. We are continually refining our systems. But what we are building together is powerful — and it’s working.
When you donate, volunteer, or shop here, you become part of something bigger than a transaction. You become part of a movement rooted in dignity.

How It Works

Our model is simple — and powerful.
🛍️️ The public shops our store, and those sales help us cover rent, utilities, and operating costs.
💛 Referred families receive store credit through our trusted community agency partners.
✨ Families come in and shop — choosing what fits, what feels good, what reflects who they are.
No pre-packed bags.
No hand-me-downs chosen by someone else.
No loss of dignity.
Just parents and children selecting their own clothing, building confidence, and experiencing the normalcy of shopping like anyone else.
Because being able to choose your own clothes isn’t just practical — it impacts self-esteem, mental health, and how you show up in the world.

Our Mission

Give Back Rack is more than a thrift store.

Powered by Barrie Families Unite, our store turns donated goods into meaningful support for people in our community. Every purchase helps fund essential programs that provide clothing, household items, and crisis support to individuals and families facing financial hardship.

We believe everyone deserves access to what they need without stigma or shame. Here, community supports community, generosity stays local, and every item on our racks helps strengthen the place we all call home.