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The Street Store

@streetstoreorg

World’s 1st rent-free, premises-free, free pop-up store for those in need, clothing well over 1 million people to date. SA social change initiative gone global.

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Your old fit could be someone else's new favourite. 💛 We've teamed up with @NarowBi to turn culture, fashion, and music into opportunities to give back. Meet #ClothesForClosure, where pre-loved clothing gets a second life. Read on @Bizcommunity : bizcommunity.com/article/the…
The Street Store - NarowBi collaboration turns cultural experiences into generosity

The Street Store - NarowBi collaboration turns cultural experiences into generosity

The Street Store's recent collaboration with culture brand NarowBi at their flagship Party + Market event marked the launch of a new chapter of Clothes for Closure, with a new series of activations...

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The Street Store became a success! Over 360 people in 75 communities were clothed through the Street Store hosted in Tecate last month. A huge thank you to everyone who was involved, which has resulted in such a success! #TheStreetStore
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There is always something happening at The Street Store and now, you can be the first to see it! Join The Street Store WhatsApp channel for all the updates, events, news and more 👕👚. Click link to join : whatsapp.com/channel/0029VbC… #TheStreetStore
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HEINEKEN México hosts Street Store #1115! On 20 August, Heineken México will host a Street Store in Tecate, Baja California. Reach out to the hosts here to get involved- thestreetstore.org/.../1115-…... #TheStreetStore #streetstoremexico Image credit: Toluca Mexico (2026)
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Break ups suck, but what really sucks is holding onto their hoodie years later. Give your clothes some closure by donating to the Street Store. #StreetStore #ClothesForClosure
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DROP OFFS: 📍 JHB – M+C Saatchi Abel, 9 8th Street, Houghton 📍 CT – M+C Saatchi Abel, Media Quarter, 5th Floor, De Waterkant 📩 Struggling to get it to us? Send an email to hello@thestreetstore.org #StreetStore #ClothesForClosure
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If the zip still won’t budge, we think it can only mean one thing; donate to the Street Store and give your clothes some closure because letting it go looks good on you. #StreetStore#ClothesForClosure
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DROP OFFS: 📍 JHB – M+C Saatchi Abel, 9 8th Street, Houghton 📍 CT – M+C Saatchi Abel, Media Quarter, 5th Floor, De Waterkant 📩 Struggling to get it to us? Send an email to hello@thestreetstore.org #StreetStore #ClothesForClosure
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The past few weeks, hundreds of volunteers across South Africa came together to bring The Street Store to life. From setting up, to welcoming guests with dignity and care, every act of generosity made a difference. Thank you to every volunteer, host and donor who showed up. ❤️
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See pics from Street Store #1105 & #1106 at The Haven Night Shelter and The Salvation Army❤️. Thanks to every volunteer, host & donor who helped bring warmth, dignity and care to our guests. 📸 : thestreetstore.org/gallery #TheStreetStore @ZASalvationarmy @SASalvationArmy
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Your gym membership is still running, but you’re not? Let your takkies run free again by donating to the Street Store and give your clothes some closure because letting it go looks good on you. #StreetStore #ClothesForClosure
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DROP OFFS: 📍JHB – M+C Saatchi Abel, 9 8th Street, Houghton 📍 CT – M+C Saatchi Abel, Media Quarter, 5th Floor, De Waterkant 📩 Struggling to get it to us? Send an email to hello@thestreetstore.org
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The Street Store is featured in Fast Company South Africa penned by Editor in Chief, @wesleydiphoko , having been in conversation with Chairman of The Up&Up Group and Street Store patron, @abelmike READ: fastcompany.co.za/business/2… #StreetStore #circulareconomy #mindfulgiving
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You finally told your boss how you really feel, but you’re still hanging onto the company fleece? Give your clothes some closure by donating to the Street Store, because letting it go looks good on you. #StreetStore #ClothesForClosure
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Drop-offs: 📍 JHB – @mcsaatchiabel , 9 8th Street, Houghton 📍 CT – @mcsaatchiabel , Media Quarter, 5th Floor, De Waterkant 📩 Struggling to get it to us? Send an email to hello@thestreetstore.org
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📻: @abelmike , Founder and Patron of The Street Store joined @GugsM on @Radio702 this morning to talk about our upcoming Street Stores. Have a listen to the interview here: omny.fm/shows/weekend-breakf…
Happening in 702 Land: Street Store calls for winter clothing...

Happening in 702 Land: Street Store calls for winter clothing...

Gugs Mhlungu speaks with Mike Abel, founder of the Street Store, a rent-free pop-up clothing initiative for homeless people that allows them to choose items they like and try them on in a dignified...

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This is your sign to clean out your cupboard ❤️ As @abelmike, Co-founder & Patron of The Street Store reminds us clothing is never just clothing. That jacket you forgot about could mean warmth, dignity and hope for someone else this winter. 📍JHB + CT drop-offs before 22 May
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WINTER STREET STORES ARE COMING🧥✨ This month The Street Store shows up in more places! 📍Johannesburg, Cape Town, Bloemfontein, Langeberg, Alberton, Tshwane 📅 Dates: 23 + 30 May 📍 Drop off details below 📩 hello@thestreetstore.org LETTING GO LOOKS GOOD ON YOU!
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Showing love to our April Street Stores🎉. - 18 April, the @Heineken_MX team hosted in Toluca - 27 April, Lewende Woord Kuruman, a church in Kuruman hosted in their community. Find an upcoming Street Store near you. ----- Ph 1: Kuruman, SA Ph 2: @Heineken_MX #thestreetstore
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23 May we are bringing warmth to the CT & JHB streets yet again. With winter coming, we know that clothes carry more than just warmth so we ask that you let go of clothing left behind in your closet. Donate these items to our upcoming Street Store #TheStreetStore #SocialImpact
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We are collecting gently used clothing items for men, women and children. Your gently used clothes and shoes at the back of your wardrobe will keep our patrons warm during the winter months. Email us on hello@thestreetstore.org for more regarding the Street Store. #streetstore
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Or send your donation via @TheCourierGuySA Locker using our details below: * Name: The Street Store * Email: hello@thestreetstore.org * Number: 0620018464 * Cape Town locker to send your package to: Iziko Bo-Kaap Museum * JHB Locker to send your Package to: Engen Iris Motors
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