Another Goodwill store is closing—here’s how to get 50% off before it shuts down
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Thrift shoppers, take note: a longtime Goodwill store is preparing to close its doors for good.
While that may come as disappointing news, there’s still time to enjoy a silver lining.
Everything in the store is currently 50% off, offering one last chance to save big.
Whether you're shopping for clothing, household items, or something unexpected, there are plenty of deals to discover.
It's also a meaningful way to support a store that has given back to the community for years.
Official announcement and farewell message
The Goodwill Store and Donation Center on Austin Peay Highway in Memphis will officially close on August 2
In a public note, the organization thanked shoppers and donors for their continued support and confirmed that the store will officially close on August 2:
“Dear valued donors & shoppers. It is with heartfelt gratitude that we thank you for your years of patronage at our Austin Peay Store and Donation Center. Your generosity has truly changed lives in our community. As we prepare to close this location on August 2nd, please enjoy 50% off storewide, now thru July 26th. This discount excludes New Goods.”
The 50% off storewide sale runs through July 26, offering a final opportunity to take advantage of discounts before operations wind down.
Also read: Could these $2,000 jeans really be just $2.70? A Goodwill story
Why some Goodwill locations are closing
This store is one of at least 13 Goodwill locations across the country that have closed in 2024.
According to Goodwill spokesperson Rodney Scearce, these decisions are made carefully and typically stem from financial or logistical challenges:
“While never an easy decision, it became necessary to close a few store locations due to their size and operational limitations where store revenues were not enough to cover operational and personnel costs.”
Also read: This man bought a $5 plate and you won't believe its shocking true value!
A changing retail environment
Goodwill isn’t alone in scaling back physical storefronts.
A UBS report recently projected that as many as 45,000 retail stores in the US could close within the next five years.
A combination of rising costs, shifts in consumer behavior, and the ongoing growth of online shopping are contributing to changes across the retail industry.
Major retailers such as Foot Locker, Tuesday Morning, and Bed Bath & Beyond have also reduced or relocated store operations in response to these challenges.
Also read: A grocery store is closing—but not before a 50% off sale draws huge crowds
What’s next for Goodwill?
While some stores are closing, Goodwill is also expanding into larger, more efficient spaces designed to improve the shopping and donation experience.
The organization remains committed to its mission and continues to operate other locations in the same region.
Customers looking for nearby stores can check their local Goodwill website or social media for the most up-to-date hours, sales, and donation guidelines.
Beyond secondhand bargains, Goodwill stores help fund job training programs, provide employment opportunities, and support local sustainability by keeping reusable goods out of landfills.
Every donation and purchase contributes to these efforts.
Even if you’re not looking for anything in particular, making a final trip to this closing location could help support the organization’s broader community goals.
Read next: After 118 years in business, Home Depot’s oldest competition is closing its doors
Have you ever found a great deal at a Goodwill store? Do you have a go-to thrifting tip—or a favorite item you picked up for a steal? Share your stories in the comments below, and let fellow readers know what makes thrifting such a satisfying experience!
While that may come as disappointing news, there’s still time to enjoy a silver lining.
Everything in the store is currently 50% off, offering one last chance to save big.
Whether you're shopping for clothing, household items, or something unexpected, there are plenty of deals to discover.
It's also a meaningful way to support a store that has given back to the community for years.
Shoppers can enjoy 50% off storewide as one longtime Goodwill location prepares to close its doors. Image Source: YouTube / Laura Caldwell.
Official announcement and farewell message
The Goodwill Store and Donation Center on Austin Peay Highway in Memphis will officially close on August 2
In a public note, the organization thanked shoppers and donors for their continued support and confirmed that the store will officially close on August 2:
“Dear valued donors & shoppers. It is with heartfelt gratitude that we thank you for your years of patronage at our Austin Peay Store and Donation Center. Your generosity has truly changed lives in our community. As we prepare to close this location on August 2nd, please enjoy 50% off storewide, now thru July 26th. This discount excludes New Goods.”
The 50% off storewide sale runs through July 26, offering a final opportunity to take advantage of discounts before operations wind down.
Also read: Could these $2,000 jeans really be just $2.70? A Goodwill story
Why some Goodwill locations are closing
This store is one of at least 13 Goodwill locations across the country that have closed in 2024.
According to Goodwill spokesperson Rodney Scearce, these decisions are made carefully and typically stem from financial or logistical challenges:
“While never an easy decision, it became necessary to close a few store locations due to their size and operational limitations where store revenues were not enough to cover operational and personnel costs.”
Also read: This man bought a $5 plate and you won't believe its shocking true value!
A changing retail environment
Goodwill isn’t alone in scaling back physical storefronts.
A UBS report recently projected that as many as 45,000 retail stores in the US could close within the next five years.
A combination of rising costs, shifts in consumer behavior, and the ongoing growth of online shopping are contributing to changes across the retail industry.
Major retailers such as Foot Locker, Tuesday Morning, and Bed Bath & Beyond have also reduced or relocated store operations in response to these challenges.
Also read: A grocery store is closing—but not before a 50% off sale draws huge crowds
What’s next for Goodwill?
While some stores are closing, Goodwill is also expanding into larger, more efficient spaces designed to improve the shopping and donation experience.
The organization remains committed to its mission and continues to operate other locations in the same region.
Customers looking for nearby stores can check their local Goodwill website or social media for the most up-to-date hours, sales, and donation guidelines.
Beyond secondhand bargains, Goodwill stores help fund job training programs, provide employment opportunities, and support local sustainability by keeping reusable goods out of landfills.
Every donation and purchase contributes to these efforts.
Even if you’re not looking for anything in particular, making a final trip to this closing location could help support the organization’s broader community goals.
Read next: After 118 years in business, Home Depot’s oldest competition is closing its doors
Have you ever found a great deal at a Goodwill store? Do you have a go-to thrifting tip—or a favorite item you picked up for a steal? Share your stories in the comments below, and let fellow readers know what makes thrifting such a satisfying experience!
