More Than a Great Find: Celebrating National Thrift Day

Every year on August 17, National Thrift Day celebrates the value of shopping secondhand—but it’s about much more than finding a great deal. It’s about giving clothing a second life, shopping more sustainably, and making a meaningful impact in your community.

At Working Wardrobes, every item on our racks has a story, and every purchase helps create a new one.

What Is The Hanger?

The Hanger is Working Wardrobes’ network of nonprofit thrift stores and boutique, offering affordable clothing, shoes, handbags, and accessories for shoppers across Orange County. Our inventory is made possible by generous donations from individuals, retailers, and community partners, with new treasures arriving every day.

Unlike a traditional thrift store, shopping at The Hanger directly supports our mission. Every purchase helps fund Working Wardrobes’ career readiness programs, and 100% of the proceeds stay local to help individuals overcome barriers to employment.

When you shop at The Hanger, you’re not just buying clothing—you’re investing in someone’s future.

Every Purchase Creates Opportunity

Your purchase helps provide the resources people need to build a path toward meaningful employment, including:

• Career coaching
• Job readiness workshops
• Professional clothing for interviews and the workplace
• Workforce development services
• Ongoing support as clients pursue long-term career success

That jacket, pair of shoes, or handbag you bring home could help someone gain the confidence, skills, and support they need to land their next job.

Shopping Sustainably Never Goes Out of Style

Choosing secondhand is one of the easiest ways to make a positive impact on the environment. By giving clothing a second life, we reduce textile waste, keep quality items out of landfills, and encourage more sustainable shopping habits.

It’s a simple choice that’s good for both people and the planet.