Are they any charity shops in, USA, and Canada, Australia, New Zealand , what are they called

Yes, charity shops exist in the USA, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, though they may go by different names and operate under various nonprofit organizations. Here are some examples: ### USA - **Goodwill**: Stores that sell secondhand goods, with proceeds helping fund job training and other community programs. - **Salvation Army Thrift Stores**: These stores sell donated items, and the profits support various charitable programs. - **Habitat for Humanity ReStores**: These nonprofit home improvement stores sell donated building materials and home goods, with proceeds going toward building homes for those in need. ### Canada - **Value Village (Savers)**: A thrift store chain that sells secondhand goods and contributes to various charities. - **The Salvation Army Thrift Store**: Similar to its U.S. counterpart, it sells donated items for charitable purposes. - **St. Vincent de Paul Society**: Operates thrift stores in Canada, selling donated goods to fund various community programs. ### Australia - **Vinnies (St Vincent de Paul Society)**: A well-known charity that operates numerous op shops (opportunity shops) selling secondhand clothes, furniture, and other goods. - **The Salvation Army**: Operates thrift shops similar to those in North America. - **Red Cross Shops**: These stores sell various secondhand items, with proceeds supporting the Australian Red Cross’s services. ### New Zealand - **The Salvation Army**: Operates secondhand stores that provide affordable items while funding community programs. - **Vinnies (St Vincent de Paul Society)**: Runs thrift shops that provide affordable goods and support local initiatives. - **Op Shops (Opportunity Shops)**: Various local charities and organizations operate these shops, selling donated items and supporting their respective causes. Each of these shops generally sells a variety of donated items, including clothes, household goods, and sometimes furniture, all while supporting charitable causes.