You can shop, donate goods, and explore volunteer opportunities at Atlanta Mission’s thrift stores in Athens and Gainesville, Georgia.

Whether you enjoy browsing secondhand finds or want to give useful belongings a new home, start with the store closest to you. Make time to look around, ask questions, and learn how you can participate in Atlanta Mission’s thrift ministry.

Visit our Athens thrift store

Our Athens store is located at:

2415 Jefferson Road, Suite D
Athens, Georgia 30607

Phone: 706-357-9240
Hours: Monday–Saturday, 9 a.m.–6 p.m.

If you are planning a shopping trip around Athens, add a stop at the store to your route. Bring measurements if you are searching for something to fit a particular space, and allow time to browse.

Visit our Gainesville thrift store

Our Gainesville store is located at:

328 Oak Street
Gainesville, Georgia 30501

Phone: 678-420-0240
Hours: Monday–Saturday, 9 a.m.–6 p.m.

Make the store part of your next Gainesville outing. You might browse on your own, invite a friend, or combine your visit with a donation drop-off.

Make the most of your shopping visit

Arrive with a few ideas about what you need while leaving room to explore.

If you are considering furniture, measure your room, doorways, and available vehicle space beforehand. For other purchases, think about how an item will fit into your home or wardrobe and examine its condition before deciding.

Because specific secondhand finds cannot be guaranteed, treat photographs and examples as inspiration rather than a promise of current availability. Call the store if you have a question that will determine whether you make the trip.

Shopping is also a way to participate in the ministry. Proceeds from Atlanta Mission’s thrift stores help fund the organization’s programs.

Bring donations you are ready to pass along

Our stores accept a range of new and gently used goods, including clothing, linens, furniture, and household items, subject to acceptance guidelines.

Before loading your vehicle, review the current list of accepted donations. Check each item’s condition and call with questions about anything large, unusual, or difficult to transport.

Keep small items together and make sure you have collected all the pieces belonging to a donated item. For furniture, ask about acceptance and unloading arrangements before making the journey.

You can also find information about donation pickup on the thrift-store page if you are considering a larger contribution.

Ask about volunteering

If you would like to become involved beyond shopping or donating, ask about serving at a store.

Volunteers assist with customer service and donated goods. Contact the location where you would like to serve to discuss current opportunities and the next steps for participating.

Think about the time you can reliably offer and whether you prefer an individual role or a group activity. Sharing that information helps the team discuss a suitable opportunity with you.

Donating in Atlanta? Use the donation center

Atlanta Mission also has a donation center at 2353 Bolton Road NW in Atlanta. This is a donation location, so plan your retail shopping visit for Athens or Gainesville.

Review the donation center’s current contact information and hours before bringing items.

Plan your next store visit

Choose Athens or Gainesville, check the hours, and set aside time to browse. If you are bringing donations, review the guidelines before packing your vehicle.

Visit our thrift-store locations page for directions and donation information, then make Atlanta Mission part of your next local shopping trip.

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