Opportunity Shop

Consign

In-Store Consignments

The Shop accepts consignment by appointment only. Give us a call at 202-333-6635 or email opshop@christchilddc.org to make an appointment. We ask that you bring in no more than 15 items at a time. The Opportunity Shop accepts jewelry, china, silver, lamps, crystal, furniture, decorative items and glassware. We do require a minimum price per item. The minimum will be between $40 and $60 depending on the time of year and space considerations. The Shop does not accept clothing, appliances, toys or books. Seasonal merchandise (i.e. Christmas items) will be accepted no more than three months before the date the holiday occurs.

The Christ Child Society Opportunity Shop can market and sell a variety of items for you. When the items sell, you'll receive a check for 60% of the sales price for all non-furniture items selling for over $150. For items selling below $150 and for ''ALL'' furniture items, there is a 50% split. We need to approve furniture consignments prior to them being brought to the shop. A picture and description will suffice (we can receive pictures through email). No damaged furniture will be accepted.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q What is consignment?: A
The Christ Child Society Opportunity Shop can market and sell a variety of items for you. When the items sell, you receive a check for 60% of the sales price for all non-furniture items over $150 and 50% for any items under $150. Furniture items have a 50% split.
Q What kinds of items does the Opportunity Shop accept?: A
The Opportunity Shop accepts jewelry, china, silver, lamps, crystal, some linens, furniture, carpets, decorative items and glassware. The Shop does not accept clothing, appliances, toys or books. Seasonal merchandise (i.e. Christmas items) will be accepted no more than three months before the season in which the holiday occurs. If you would like to sell furniture, we would need to see a picture first and the staff will need to approve the consignment (we can receive pictures through email). No damaged furniture will be accepted.
Q When can I bring in my items?: A
The Shop accepts consignment by appointment. Just call 202-333-6635 or email opshop@christchilddc.org to make an appointment. We ask that you bring in no more than 15 items at a time.
Q How are the prices set?: A
We work with you to set a fair price for your items when you bring them in. The more information you can provide and research you can do ahead of time assists us in the consignment process.
Q Will I get a receipt for my items?: A
Yes. When we price your items, we will give you a contract and a list of the items and prices.
Q How long does the Shop keep items?: A
Our standard consignment contract (all non-furniture items) is for six months (180 days). If your items do not sell in that time period, you can either pick them up or donate them to the Shop. Your contract tells you the exact date you should plan to pick anyunsold items. If you want to donate your items, please call to let us know. Please be aware that furniture items will be on consignment for only three months (90 days).
Q When do I get paid?: A
We print consignment checks once a month and mail them out at the end of the following month. For example, if one of your items is sold in March, you will receive a check at the end of April. Along with your check, you will receive a report showing which items sold and for what price.
Q How do I donate items?: A
You can drop off donations at any time during regular store hours. We will give you a donation receipt so you can document your donations at tax time.
Q What does the Shop do with the money it makes?: A
Proceeds from the Opportunity Shop help to support the programs of the Washington, DC chapter of the Christ Child Society.