April 01, 2025
Blog post by student Gracie Brown '26:
Spring into giving and donate to Catholic University's new addition of the on campus store called the Cardinal Closet. The Cardinal Closet provides a variety of clothing and accessories that have been donated from other students, faculty, and staff.


What does the closet offer?

• Dresses, Tops, Jeans, Shoes, Belts, Robes, & Jewelry

Where can the closet be found?

• Located in the McMahon building basement next to the mailroom and is open Wednesdays and Fridays from 12-3.


Why choose the Cardinal Closet?

• Perfect place to look for gently used pieces to add to your closet that is right on campus.
• Oftentimes people are searching for last minute items, especially business clothing and the Cardinal Closet can be the perfect solution to this issue.
• Students do not have to go through the trouble of going off campus or deciding to skip out on events because they feel as though they have nothing to wear.

Another reason the Cardinal Closet is so useful is because it can be a way for people to clean out their closets and donate clothes or accessories that are no longer used. Everyone is so busy and oftentimes decluttering is the last thing we want to do but there's so many benefits to doing so! As college students most of us are limited on closet space, whether on or off campus, so set aside some time to go through your clothes, make a bag of things that no longer fit your style or needs, and you can drop it off at one of the drive locations right on campus. They will take care of everything else!

By doing this you are not only benefiting yourself by tidying up for the upcoming Spring season but also helping other factors as well such as encouraging sustainable fashion by contributing to the second-hand market. In today's society so many people are letting good things go to waste and forget how big of an impact recycling and passing down cloches can be. Taking part in the Cardinal Closet is an opportunity to give new life to clothes that no longer fit your style and give someone else a boost of confidence.

The closet is run by volunteers and is welcomed to anyone who wants to donate or shop. This free, on-campus thrift store is always looking for new items. Some members who run the Cardinal Closer said that some of the items they are most in need of are business clothing items but of course any contributions are welcomed and appreciated! So Spring Into Giving and donate to Catholic U's on campus thrift store!


Details on the Cardinal Closet Clothing Drive:

• The clothing drive will take place from March 17th thru March 23rd
• This drive can be an opportunity for students to donate clothes they no longer want or need and will be given to the Cardinal Closet.
We will have several collection boxes displayed throughout campus including the Busch School, near the Pryz entrance, Opus, and the CACS.

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