Forest & Found

Practicing the Art of Charitable Thrift Since 2014 

Please note:
The shop will be closed from December 22 til January 13.

Welcome to your personal thrift for the unexpected, one-of-a-kind and very cool items you love to hunt for.

Our mission:
Remarket and recycle good, useful items in our thrift store in north Lake Forest IL.

With our store proceeds, give financial support to vital local charities.

Find our thrifty store at:
1363 N. Western Ave, Lake Forest IL 60045

Come in and scout around 4 days a week:
Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays 10am to 4pm.

We’re open 4 days a week
from 10am to 4pm on:

  • Monday

  • Thursday

  • Friday

  • Saturday

We accept donations during store hours. If you have a few items or bags, drop them off anytime we’re open. If you have a large amount, please give us a heads-up by calling 847-482-1705 during store hours.

For a list of preferred items to donate, click here.

Learn more about
Forest & Found operations and how our nonprofit has given to over $600,000 to 40+ local charities.