What payment methods does Goodwill accept?
The short answer: Goodwill accepts PayPal (online) and Cash (in store); accepts Apple Pay (in store △), Google Pay (in store △), and Gift cards (in store △) with conditions; we could not confirm whether it takes Venmo, Cash App Pay, Klarna, and Afterpay, and 3 more (see details below). Last verified September 2026 against official Goodwill documentation.
Accepted at Goodwill
- Apple Pay (in store △)Many Goodwill stores accept Apple Pay at checkout; availability varies by local agency since Goodwill stores are independently operated nonprofits.
- Google Pay (in store △)Google Pay (and Samsung Pay) reported as accepted at many Goodwill stores; varies by location.
- ✓ PayPal (online only)
- Gift cards (in store △)Local-agency gift cards (e.g., Goodwill of Central & Southern Indiana) are sold at stores and valid only at that agency's stores and outlets.
- ✓ Cash (in store only)
Payment methods at Goodwill
| Payment method | In store | Self-checkout | Online | App |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apple Pay | △ Conditional | – N/A | ✕ Not accepted | ✕ Not accepted |
| Google Pay | △ Conditional | – N/A | ✕ Not accepted | ✕ Not accepted |
| PayPal | ✕ Not accepted | – N/A | ✓ Accepted | ✕ Not accepted |
| Venmo | ? Not confirmed | – N/A | ? Not confirmed | ? Not confirmed |
| Cash App Pay | ? Not confirmed | – N/A | ? Not confirmed | ? Not confirmed |
| Klarna | ? Not confirmed | – N/A | ? Not confirmed | ? Not confirmed |
| Afterpay | ? Not confirmed | – N/A | ? Not confirmed | ? Not confirmed |
| Affirm | ? Not confirmed | – N/A | ? Not confirmed | ? Not confirmed |
| EBT / SNAP | ? Not confirmed | – N/A | ? Not confirmed | – N/A |
| Gift cards | △ Conditional | – N/A | ✕ Not accepted | ✕ Not accepted |
| Cash | ✓ Accepted | – N/A | – N/A | – N/A |
| Checks | ? Not confirmed | – N/A | ? Not confirmed | – N/A |
Last verified: September 2026 against official Goodwill documentation.
Coverage: US stores and US website. Acceptance may differ in other countries — see How we verify.
Details by payment method
Does Goodwill take Apple Pay? Secondary source
Goodwill — with conditions: in store. Many Goodwill stores accept Apple Pay at checkout; availability varies by local agency since Goodwill stores are independently operated nonprofits.
Source: todaysiphone.com
Does Goodwill take Google Pay? Secondary source
Goodwill — with conditions: in store. Google Pay (and Samsung Pay) reported as accepted at many Goodwill stores; varies by location.
Source: todaysiphone.com
Does Goodwill take PayPal? Secondary source
Goodwill — yes: online. Accepted on ShopGoodwill.com for auction purchases; not documented for in-store checkout.
Source: shopgoodwill.com
Does Goodwill take Venmo? Not confirmed
Not confirmed — we couldn't find official documentation on whether Goodwill accepts Venmo.
Source: none documented — listed as not confirmed.
Does Goodwill take Cash App Pay? Not confirmed
Not confirmed — we couldn't find official documentation on whether Goodwill accepts Cash App Pay.
Source: none documented — listed as not confirmed.
Does Goodwill take Klarna? Not confirmed
Not confirmed — we couldn't find official documentation on whether Goodwill accepts Klarna.
Source: none documented — listed as not confirmed.
Does Goodwill take Afterpay? Not confirmed
Not confirmed — we couldn't find official documentation on whether Goodwill accepts Afterpay.
Source: none documented — listed as not confirmed.
Does Goodwill take Affirm? Not confirmed
Not confirmed — we couldn't find official documentation on whether Goodwill accepts Affirm.
Source: none documented — listed as not confirmed.
Does Goodwill take EBT / SNAP? Not confirmed
Not confirmed — we couldn't find official documentation on whether Goodwill accepts EBT / SNAP.
Source: none documented — listed as not confirmed.
Does Goodwill take Gift cards? Secondary source
Goodwill — with conditions: in store. Local-agency gift cards (e.g., Goodwill of Central & Southern Indiana) are sold at stores and valid only at that agency's stores and outlets.
Source: goodwillindy.org
Does Goodwill take Cash? Secondary source
Goodwill — yes: in store. Cash accepted in Goodwill stores (e.g., Goodwill of Central & Southern Indiana shopping policy).
Source: goodwillindy.org
Does Goodwill take Checks? Not confirmed
Not confirmed — we couldn't find official documentation on whether Goodwill accepts Checks.
Source: none documented — listed as not confirmed.
Sources
- Goodwill of Central & Southern Indiana - Shopping Policies (payment methods, gift cards) (goodwillindy.org)
- Today's iPhone - Does Goodwill Take Apple Pay (todaysiphone.com)
- ShopGoodwill.com - Payment Information (PayPal and major cards) (shopgoodwill.com)
Frequently asked questions
Does Goodwill take Apple Pay?
Goodwill — with conditions: in store. Many Goodwill stores accept Apple Pay at checkout; availability varies by local agency since Goodwill stores are independently operated nonprofits.
Does Goodwill take Google Pay?
Goodwill — with conditions: in store. Google Pay (and Samsung Pay) reported as accepted at many Goodwill stores; varies by location.
Does Goodwill take PayPal?
Goodwill — yes: online. Accepted on ShopGoodwill.com for auction purchases; not documented for in-store checkout.
Does Goodwill take Venmo?
Not confirmed — we couldn't find official documentation on whether Goodwill accepts Venmo.
Does Goodwill take Cash App Pay?
Not confirmed — we couldn't find official documentation on whether Goodwill accepts Cash App Pay.
Does Goodwill take Klarna?
Not confirmed — we couldn't find official documentation on whether Goodwill accepts Klarna.
Does Goodwill take Afterpay?
Not confirmed — we couldn't find official documentation on whether Goodwill accepts Afterpay.
Does Goodwill take Affirm?
Not confirmed — we couldn't find official documentation on whether Goodwill accepts Affirm.
Does Goodwill take EBT / SNAP?
Not confirmed — we couldn't find official documentation on whether Goodwill accepts EBT / SNAP.
Does Goodwill take Gift cards?
Goodwill — with conditions: in store. Local-agency gift cards (e.g., Goodwill of Central & Southern Indiana) are sold at stores and valid only at that agency's stores and outlets.
Does Goodwill take Cash?
Goodwill — yes: in store. Cash accepted in Goodwill stores (e.g., Goodwill of Central & Southern Indiana shopping policy).
Does Goodwill take Checks?
Not confirmed — we couldn't find official documentation on whether Goodwill accepts Checks.
Spot something wrong?
Payment policies change. If any answer above is out of date, contact us and we'll re-verify it against Goodwill's official documentation.