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Published 1/22/26 11:20AM

Thrift Shop Volunteer

The Garret Thrift Shop
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Walnut Creek, CA
I Want to Help

    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime), Weekends (daytime)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per week
    Commitment Details:
    Volunteers are asked to serve two 3‑hour shifts per month, with flexible scheduling available. Afternoon help and Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday shifts are especially appreciated.
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    50
    Cause Areas:
    Health & Medicine
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Good For:
    Teens, Public Groups, Age 55+, International Volunteers
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check, Attend Orientation

    Description

    Thrift Shop Volunteer

    The Garret Thrift Shop in Walnut Creek is seeking volunteers who want to make a positive impact in their community while supporting the mission of John Muir Health, Walnut Creek Medical Center. Volunteers help with collecting donations, sorting and pricing merchandise, visual merchandising, and assisting guests at the register. Just two 3‑hour shifts per month, with flexible scheduling, can make a meaningful difference.

    Proceeds from The Garret Thrift Shop directly support John Muir Health by helping fund state‑of‑the‑art medical equipment and valuable community outreach programs.

    Location

    On-site

    The Garret Thrift Shop

    1530 3rd Ave, Walnut Creek, CA 94597, USA

    How to Volunteer for This Opportunity

    New volunteers will begin by completing the John Muir Health Volunteer Application. After submitting the application, volunteers will be asked to complete a background check and, once cleared, proceed with the required QuantiFERON tuberculosis screening. These steps must be completed before volunteer training can begin.

    For any questions about the process, prospective volunteers may contact The Garret Thrift Shop at (925) 932‑9474 or email brian.corona@johnmuirhealth.com.

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