Since opening its doors in 1949, the Junior League of Atlanta’s Nearly New Shop has served hundreds of thousands of customers, raised more than four million dollars in net revenue, and moved eight times —growing with each relocation. Countless memories have been made by every League member who has worked at Nearly New at some point in their League career.

The Nearly New Shop opened its doors after careful research, led by then president of JLA, Mary Shroeder. “We knew we were going to be losing some income from the Metropolitan Opera, so we were looking for another fundraiser to implement,” said Mary. After seeing the success other leagues were having with their own second-hand shops, Mary and the JLA leaders put together a committee to investigate the feasibility of a shop and started making plans. “All of the fundraisers we had done up tothat point were really events or programs of some other organization that benefited the League.” Mary went on to state, “the idea that we could possibly raise the money all on our own was an entirely new concept.”

The Junior League of Atlanta, Inc. has significantly contributed to the Atlanta community through the Nearly New Shop. Provisional and Active members donate $40.00 or more to Nearly New in clothes or cash, and over 350 volunteers help staff the store on a yearly basis. The Nearly New Shop has served thousands of customers, expanded and moved locations eight times, raised over $3 million for the community, and served as a placement for countless League members. Yet through it all, the mission has remained the same: to offer quality merchandise and a positive Junior League image, to raise money for community projects, and to offer an interesting, fun placement for members. Proceeds from the Nearly New Shop are used to train and educate League members for effective community service, as well as to financially support projects and programs where League volunteers serve.

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Location

We're located in the corner of the Howell Mill Square shopping center between Kroger and the Hair Cuttery. Click here to get directions from your location.

1715 Howell Mill Road
Atlanta, Georgia 30318
Phone: (404) 355-3547

Monday - Thursday
10:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Sunday
12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

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Nearly New Mission Statement

The Junior League of Atlanta Nearly New Shop’s mission is to continue as a viable cornerstone for raising funds for targeted community agencies; to provide the public with quality, used clothing and goods at reasonable prices; to increase the community awareness of the Junior League of Atlanta’s purpose; to instill in the Nearly New volunteers and membership a sense of shop ownership; and to provide flexible volunteer opportunities, camaraderie and leadership.

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Donation Information

The Junior League of Atlanta's Nearly New Shop depends on donations from members and the public. All proceeds from The Nearly New Shop benefit the Junior League of Atlanta and our community Partners.

Here are some donation tips you might find helpful:

• Women's, men's, and children's clothing as well as bric-a-brac, working appliances, toys, linens, jewelry, books, rugs, furniture, belts, and similar items are appreciated.
• Please bring your donations to dock at the rear of the store during regular store hours - ring the doorbell if the doors are closed and a Nearly New staff member or volunteer will be happy to assist you.
• Don't forget to ask for a receipt if you need one for tax reporting purposes (Please Note: It is the responsibility of the donor to assign value to their donation)

Donation Hours

• Monday-Saturday: 11:00 am - 7:00 pm
• Sunday: 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Are you a member of the Junior League of Atlanta? Please click here to view specific information about your Quota donation requirements.

     Nearly New Accepting donations in the 1960s

Nearly New Volunteers in the 1980s

 Nearly New Celebrates Its 60th Birthday in 2009

Volunteers at Nearly New 60th Anniversary Celebration

Nearly New Showcased on Comcast HI/LO