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About Us

What We Do

We provide free, emergency clothing to those experiencing financial hardship or crisis. We help children attend school with confidence and provide teens or adults with professional attire for interviews or the workplace. We empower members of our community in need by promoting self-esteem and self-identity.

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Who We Serve

We serve individuals and families experiencing hardship throughout the region. We connect with community members in need through direct referrals from a wide and long-standing network of schools and service agencies, many of whom are not accessing support services elsewhere.

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Where to Find Us

Our store is located in the heart of San Diego near San Diego State University. Visit our Contact page for store hours, address and other contact information.

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We Need Your Help

We are in need of basic clothing, hygiene, and household essentials to include with our customized care bags. Visit our Donation page to see our most urgently needed items and other ways to give.

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Testimonials

Our Stats
Total Clients Served by Year
YearNumber Served
All Years60772
2025322
202417639
202314874
20229424
20215159
20203785
20193309
20182748
20171854
20161045
201486
201319

Important Announcement from Sharia's Closet

We are deeply grateful for the overwhelming generosity of our community. Due to an overflow of donations, we are unable to accept items outside of the following categories during January and February:

* Toiletries
* Diapers and wipes
* Children’s clothing
* Men’s casual clothing and shoes
*Water
*Snacks
*Coffee Pods/Creamer
*Disposable coffee cups

We appreciate your understanding as we manage this short-term situation and kindly ask that you hold onto your donations until March. Thank you for your continued support and for helping us make a meaningful impact in the lives of those in need.

Warm regards,
Sharia's Closet