Restoring dignity and providing hope for the future for men experiencing homelessness in Austin
The Clothes Closet serves men experiencing homelessness at First United Methodist Church’s Family Life Building located off 13th and Lavaca, on Thursday mornings from 5:30-7:30 AM.
Our Clothes Closet is equipped with many racks of jeans, shoes, socks, undergarments, Reading glasses, walking canes, hats and toiletries. In fall and winter, heavy coats, caps, gloves, and hoodies are available. When available, backpacks are given out. We aim to give each man an experience , restore dignity and hope in a loving, Christ-centered atmosphere.
Donations Accepted
We urgently need your support to make a difference in the lives of men in need. Your contribution will empower individuals to face life's challenges with confidence and a sense of belonging. Join us in our mission to make a positive impact on our community. Every piece of clothing you give brings us one step closer to creating a brighter future for men in need. Items Needed.
“It’s so great when you put a pair of shoes on a man and he says ‘this is great, this is what I really needed.’”
— Bob Callison
THE MEN’S CLOTHES CLOSET has been open since 1999 and has served over 28,000 homeless men. The alarming trend of the increasing number of “new” homeless on the streets is approaching 20% new homeless each week at the Clothes Closet. Sadly, many single men can’t make ends meet. Each week that number grows, and the Clothes Closet has responded to those needs.