New school clothes, a winter coat, an outfit for a job interview — clothing costs add up fast. Across San Antonio, churches and nonprofits run free clothing closets where families can “shop” for what they need and check out for free. Here are 10 verified places to get free clothes in 2026, with addresses, phone numbers, and hours.
Shopping tip: Selling fast: $3 clothing all November at Gateway Goodwill (Live Oak) — see the SA Thrift guide →
What to expect before you go
- It’s really free. No purchase, no catch — most closets run on donations.
- Hours are limited. Many closets open weekday mornings or just one Saturday a month — call before you go so you don’t waste a trip.
- Bring ID just in case. Most closets ask for little, but St. Stephen’s asks for ID and Social Security for each household member plus a current utility bill.
- Stock rotates. What’s on the racks depends on recent donations — if they don’t have your size today, try again another week.
Everyday free clothing closets
Blessed Angels Community Center — 14094 Nacogdoches Rd, San Antonio, TX 78247 — (210) 284-4391. Clothes, underwear, and socks when available.
Corazón Ministries (Travis Park UMC) — 230 E Travis St, San Antonio, TX 78205 — (210) 226-8341. Clothes closet plus a medical clinic, with a focus on women and single moms.
Crestholme Presbyterian Clothes Closet — 1602 Goliad Rd, San Antonio, TX 78223 — (210) 333-1301. Open Thursdays 9:30–11:00 AM.
St. Stephen’s CARE Center (Catholic Charities) — 2127 S Zarzamora St, San Antonio, TX 78207 — (210) 226-6178. Open Monday–Friday 8:30 AM–2:00 PM. Set up like a retail store — browse the racks and check out for free. Bring ID and Social Security for every household member plus a current utility bill. Also a Texas Diaper Bank distribution point.
Guadalupe Community Center — 1801 W Durango St, San Antonio, TX 78207 — (210) 226-6178. West Side clothing and household items.
GRASP — 250 Donalan, Converse, TX 78109 — (210) 658-6351. Emergency clothing on the Bexar County edge.
Living Faith Closet — Free clothes for the whole family every 1st Saturday of the month, 11:00 AM–3:00 PM. Can’t make Saturday? Call or text (210) 204-4416 to set up an appointment.
Work and interview clothes
SA Hope Center — 21 N General McMullen Dr, San Antonio, TX 78237 — (210) 732-3776. Free clothes including work uniforms and professional attire. This one works through a case-management step, so call first.
Kids’ and teens’ clothes
God’s Closet San Antonio — 5800 Midcrown Dr, San Antonio, TX 78218 — (210) 251-2711. Free children’s clothing shop days held periodically throughout the year. It’s $1 per family (not per person), run 100% by volunteers. Check their Facebook page for the next shop day date before you go.
San Antonio Threads — 6909 N Loop 1604 E, San Antonio, TX 78247 — (210) 600-3989. NEW (not used) clothing for teen girls and boys in foster care and other at-risk youth, ages 12–21. A referral is required. Open Monday–Friday 9 AM–5 PM, Saturday 10 AM–2 PM.
Need clothes cheap (not free)?
When the closets don’t have your size, check the San Antonio Thrift Deal Board — real local thrift deals, including clothing, updated daily.
Looking for clothing vouchers instead of closets? See our Free Clothes Assistance Programs page for voucher-style programs through Goodwill, the Salvation Army, and others.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need ID to get free clothes?
Most closets ask for very little. The exception is St. Stephen’s CARE Center, which asks for ID and Social Security for each household member plus a current utility bill. When in doubt, call ahead.
Are the clothes used?
Most closet clothing is gently used donations. The standout exception: San Antonio Threads gives brand-NEW clothing to teens in foster care.
Where can I get clothes for a job interview?
SA Hope Center (21 N General McMullen Dr, (210) 732-3776) offers work uniforms and professional attire — call first since it goes through case management.
What about free kids’ clothes?
God’s Closet San Antonio holds free children’s clothing shop days ($1 per family entry) — check their Facebook for the next date. For teens 12–21 in foster care, San Antonio Threads provides new clothing with a referral.
What if the closet doesn’t have my size?
Stock changes with donations, so try again another week — or browse the San Antonio Thrift Deal Board for cheap local clothing finds.
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