The Closet requires that masks be worn by all persons in the store regardless of their vaccination status. Additionally, proof of COVID vaccination is required of all staff and volunteers at The Closet. Staff, volunteers, and shoppers are asked to not enter the store if they are not feeling well.
Welcome to The Closet
The Closet Of The Greater Herndon Area Incorporated is a nonprofit thrift shop in the heart of historic downtown Herndon, Virginia.
The Closet was founded in 1974 by a handful of churches to assist low-income families by selling used clothing at nominal prices. Over the years, our mission has expanded and we have become a significant resource for the greater Herndon area.
We continue to be a source of low-cost clothing and household necessities for families and individuals on a tight budget. The Closet sells a wide variety of donated items, including men’s, women’s, and children’s clothes and shoes; housewares such as dishes, kitchenware and linens; electronics; sporting goods; books, videos, CDs and record albums; artwork and frames; toys; and knickknacks.
We also give away clothing at no cost to truly needy individuals, and we use our profits to support worthwhile community programs.
Items we are unable to sell are donated to needy communities in the western part of the state.
Collectors and antiques buffs like to check The Closet’s shelves for unusual books, plates and collectibles. Bargain hunters often find brand-new or never-used merchandise at a fraction of the retail price. On shopping days, eager shoppers often begin lining up outside before the store opens.
The Closet uses SignUpGenius for scheduling volunteers for specific dates and times. For volunteer dates beginning June 1st 2021, the following SignUpGenius link will be used: Volunteer at The Closet. Please use that link to see when dates/times are available for volunteering and to schedule you volunteer service. Thank you for supporting The Closet!
