Consign With Us

HOURS

STORE HOURS:

  • 9 A.M. TO 4 P.M.  Monday through Friday
  • 10 A.M. TO 4 P.M. Saturday

BUSINESS OFFICE HOURS:

  • 9 A.M. - 12 P.M. Monday through Friday
  • CLOSED ON SATURDAY

CONTACT INFORMATION

BUSINESS OFFICE

 941-955-7859 or email: [email protected]

FURNITURE CONSIGNMENT

941-955-7859 ext. 301 or email: [email protected]

ART, MIRRORS & DISH SETS 

email: [email protected] for approval (must have a consignment number) 


WORKING TOGETHER TO HELP OTHERS...
Choose from 1 of 3 contract levels

PLATINUM LEVEL – DONATIONS - SUPPORTING THE ARTS

  1. 100% of the sale price is applied to The Exchange's grant and scholarship program.
  2. Donations are appreciated and graciously accepted at any time during regular business hours. Simply drop your donations off in the business office or ask one of the associates in the furniture department for assistance.
  3. 100% Charitable Deduction for Federal Income Tax Purposes** Tax donation slip upon request.

GOLD LEVEL - CONSIGNMENT 50/50 SPLIT

  1. 50% of the net proceeds is paid to the consignor; the remaining 50% is applied to The Exchange’s grant and scholarship program.
  2. Easy Consigning - No numbering of your items.
  3. 50% Charitable Deduction for Federal Income Tax Purposes**

SILVER LEVEL - CONSIGNMENT 60/40 SPLIT

  1. 60% of the net proceeds is paid to the consignor, the remaining 40% is applied to The Exchange's grant and scholarship program.
  2. The Exchange pays the highest commission of any other consignment store in town.
  3. 40% Charitable Deduction for Federal Income Tax Purposes**

** Charitable Deduction for Federal Income Tax Purposes: The Woman's Exchange Inc of Sarasota DBA The Exchange is a 501(c) 3 organization dedicated to financially supporting local arts and cultural organizations, as well as students pursuing a higher education in the arts. As a result, a portion of the sale price of your items may qualify as a charitable deduction for federal income tax purposes. For more details specific to your situation, please contact your tax adviser.

A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING TOLL-FREE 1-800-HELP-FLA (435-7352) WITHIN THE STATE. REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE. www.FloridaConsumerHelp.com CH3046

Michael Ragazzo and Barbara Stevens
Michael Ragazzo and Barbara Stevens

I really love The Exchange and the people who work here and what they stand for.

Barbara Stevens, Consignor


ADDITIONAL FINANCIAL INFORMATION

  1. A check for merchandise sold will be cut the last day of the month and mailed to the consignor within fifteen days after the end of the month.
  2. All consignments will remain at the original consigned price for 21 days after which they will be marked down up to 25%. After 42 days, items will be marked down up to 50% of the original price. Unless removed by the consignor, items become the property of the Exchange on the 60th day of the consignment period. NOTE: The Exchange reserves the right to lower prices prior to scheduled dates and times.
  3. During the 59-day consignment period, the consignor may remove any of his or her consigned items between 9 a.m. and Noon Monday through Friday. Simply locate your items in the store and bring them to the business office where they will be removed from inventory. Only the consignor on record may remove items from inventory.
  4. Lost checks may be re-issued, but a "stop payment fee" at the bank's current rate must be paid by the consignor. It is the responsibility of the consignor to inform the Exchange of any changes in name, address or telephone number. All checks are void after 90 days and will not be reissued.
  5. The Exchange is a 501(c) 3 organization dedicated to financially supporting local arts and cultural organization, as well as students pursuing a higher education in the arts. As a result, a percentage of the cost associated with consigning your items with The Exchange may qualify as a charitable deduction for federal income tax purposes. For more details specific to your situation, please contact your tax adviser.

Greg and Carolyn Sutherland
Carolyn and Greg Sutherland

So much fun to come in. The girls are so delightful and full of energy.

Greg and Carolyn Sutherland, Consignor


ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT CONSIGNING

Before arriving, please dial 941-955-7859 and press 1 for the latest information concerning the consignment of your items such as items being accepted for consignment. This list is continuously changing and is based on need. 

Thank you for your kind consideration, 

Karen Koblenz, CEO

MISCELLANEOUS CONSIGNMENT HOURS: (subject to change)

8:30 A.M. TO 12:30 P.M.  Tuesday & Friday 

  • Consignments accepted on a drop-and-go basis only - Yes you get $ paid $
  • Costume jewelry accepted on Fridays, only when specifically mentioned.

BEFORE YOU ARRIVE

  1. Download and fill out the intake slip with the header “Drop and Go.” The “Drop and Go” slip is available on the bottom of this page.
  2. Label each of your items with your account number by using a ballpoint pen and piece of beige masking tape that is approximately 1” long. This helps to ensure that your consignments are properly credited to your account. The Exchange does not provide masking tape for this purpose. 

AFTER YOU ARRIVE

  1. Miscellaneous: Place labeled items along with your “Drop and Go” slip in a bin. 
  2. If you are consigning high-end artwork such as sculptures, signed art glass and collectables with an individual retail value of $150 or more, please contact the intake manager.

CLOTHING AND LINEN CONSIGNMENT HOURS: (subject to change)

8:30 A.M. TO 12:30 P.M. Wednesday

  • Consignments accepted on a drop-and-go basis only - Yes you get $ paid $
  • 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month - Clothing & Accessories
  • 2nd Wednesday of the month: Linens & Luggage

BEFORE YOU ARRIVE

  1. Download and fill out the intake slip with the header “Drop and Go.” The “Drop and Go” slip is available on the bottom of this page.
  2. Label each of your items with your account number by using a ballpoint pen and piece of beige masking tape that is approximately 1” long. This helps to ensure that your consignments are properly credited to your account. The Exchange does not provide masking tape for this purpose. 

AFTER YOU ARRIVE

  1. Place labeled items on the appropriate hangers, put on rack and attach your “Drop and Go” slip with a straight pin to your last item of clothing.  Make sure the “Drop and Go” intake slip includes the number of items being consigned. 
  2. Purses, shoes and belts should be grouped in separate bags along with a "Drop and Go" slip. (Purses in one bag, shoes in another bag etc.)  Include the number of items being consigned on your "Drop and Go" slip

Note: Comforters/Duvet/Coverlet and Blankets: Although comforters sell extremely well at The Exchange, they are also bulky, requiring a great deal of space to display. Since these items are also heavy and often difficult to transport, we ask that our consignors only bring in 1 comforter/duvet/coverlet or blanket, 2 if matching, at one time. Since we see up to 200 consignors on any consignment day, only quality linens in pristine condition will be accepted for consignments.

If an item is unacceptable for consignment, it will be noted in your account and donated to one of the local charities The Exchange has a partnership with.  No other notification will be given.

FURNITURE CONSIGNMENTS

By Appointment Only

  • We require photos of all furniture items. Photos should be emailed to [email protected] along with your phone number.   
  • If you have small furniture items that you can easily load into your vehicle (such as lamps, plant stands, accent tables), furniture staff members will gladly look at them for approval Monday thru Thursday, 10 a.m. through 3 p.m.

BEFORE YOU ARRIVE

  1. Download and fill out the slip titled “Check-In Ticket” and attach to your items. The "Check-In Ticket" can be found on the bottom of this page.
  2. Label each of your items with your account number by using a ballpoint pen and piece of beige masking tape that is approximately 1” long. Place in upper right-hand corner.
  3. As a courtesy to our customers, The Exchange will schedule the pickup of approved furniture or deliveries. For our clients, the cost is $75.00 per hour round-trip compared to the going rate of $140.00 per hour.
  4. There is no charge to pick up donated furniture items.

Note: Pick-up and delivery services are handled by an arm's length independent contractor.  If you have an issue with your delivery, it is to be handled between you and the delivery company you're working with. The Exchange receives no money for this service and are not responsible for any damage that may occur as a result.

WHEN YOU ARRIVE

  1. Customers with a scheduled furniture appointment may bring their items to our loading zone and one of our associates will help unload them between the hours of 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. Monday through Thursday and from 10 a.m. until noon on Friday.

GOLD & STERLING SILVER JEWELRY 

9 A.M. - 12 P.M. Monday through Friday: Business Office 

  • We are currently accepting a total of 5 pieces of gold or sterling silver jewelry per month.  Items must be clean and without damage. 
BEFORE YOU ARRIVE:
  1. Download and fill out the intake slip with the header “Gold and Silver Jewelry.” The “Gold and Silver Jewelry” slip is available on the bottom of this page.

    Note: An itemized list is required. 

  2. To ensure the safety of your jewelry, please submit it in a sealed plastic bag with your consignment number written on the outside of the bag. 
  3. Please make sure jewelry is clean.

Note: We do not accept jewelry that is not marked or damaged. Due to space limitations, jewelry boxes will not be saved. 

14K HGE - means heavy gold electroplate and 14K EGP - means electric gold plate. Neither is worth much because the layer of gold on the outside is so thin. 

AFTER YOU ARRIVE:
  1. Make sure you receive for a copy of the itemized intake slip that has been signed by office personal. 

INDIVIDUAL MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS WITH A RETAIL VALUE OF $150 OR MORE 

9 A.M. - 12 P.M. Monday through Friday: Business Office

NOTE: Furniture, dish sets, artwork and mirrors are excluded. 

  • Drop items off (in the business office) Monday through Friday between 9 a.m. and 12 noon.  Please include any appraisals or original documentation that might be helpful in the pricing process.  
  • All items must be marked with your consignment number and include an intake slip.

Gayle Anderson
Gayle Anderson

Coming to The Exchange is such a delight. What is accomplished could not be a better Win, Win! The topping of all is the staff and volunteers! What a Great Gift!

Gayle Anderson, Consignor