The Thrift Shop

Second Chance Thrift Shop gives a way for pre-loved items to be purchased at low cost and be reused within our community. Thrift shopping is a responsible method of shopping; it is good for the environment as it reduces the production of new items and reduces the rate that used items end up in landfill. The Shop is run by a group of volunteers, providing an enjoyable way for people to contribute to the community and meet new people. The Shop supports local volunteer community programs.

The aim is that the Second Chance Thrift Shop will have a positive environmental and social impact in the KAUST community.

Facebook – @secondchancekaust

Email – thriftshopkaust@gmail.com

Instagram – @kaust_thrift

• Shop Opening
  

  All sales are advertised on the Facebook page @secondchancekaust

  The Shop is currently located in the Pop-up Souk, between Discovery Square and Harbor Library.

  The shop is open weekly, on Tuesdays, 10:00–12:00 & Saturdays, 15:00–17:00. The shop also opens on the evenings of community events but it is confirmed via social media.

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• What can be donated?

  We accept all items for donations, except broken things and used underwear. All donations must be relatively clean and in a saleable condition.

  • Adult and kids’ clothes, shoes and accessories
  • Household equipment, kitchenware and decorative items
  • Electrical items
  • Books and magazines
  • Stationery and party supplies
  • Strollers, car seats and baby equipment
  • Toys, Games, DVDs and computer games
  • Outdoor and Garden equipment

   

• Special requests: There are always requests for men’s clothing, as these are barely ever received as donations. Please donate men’s clothing that is not in use!

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• How To Donate?

  Donations of quality, clean items are always welcome. To donate, please:
  

  • Bring donations to the store during sale times.
  • Donations can also be dropped off at the various drop-off sites on campus, in Palms: P-7122 & Gardens: G-3632. Donations can be dropped off at any time at these locations.
  • Email thriftshopkaust@gmail.com for home collection.

  
  Donated items are sold, at low cost, to people who work or live in KAUST.

• Volunteering opportunities- For the community, by the community

  The Thrift Shop is always in need of volunteers. All KAUST residents are welcome to reach out via email, or in-store to express interest and confirm availability for training. Activities include:

  • Sorting and pricing donated items for the shop
  • Collecting items from donors
  • Selling in the shop
  
  

  Volunteers usually spend five hours in store, per week, depending on available stock and sorting requirements. This is not fixed and can be adapted accordingly, especially for those working.

  Children aged 6-15 can volunteer when accompanied by an adult. Anyone with a KAUST ID and is 16+ are welcome to volunteer.

  
  

  Who runs the Thrift Shop?

The Thrift Shop is run by a group of community-based volunteers.