140 North Forest Park Boulevard, Knoxville, TN 37919
Phone: 865-521-0770 Ext. 140
About Us
KARM Stores is a group of thrift stores created as a funding source for Knox Area Rescue Ministries (KARM) to help support their essential programs with 100% of our profits. KARM meets the immediate needs of their guests by providing food, shelter, and health care. Once their immediate needs are met, they take the time to find the root cause of the guests’ homelessness to help them get the tools and resources to find sustainable employment and housing.
Our thrift store on Forest Park Blvd in Bearden is the closest store to the UT Campus, making it easy and convenient for students and residents alike to explore amazing deals. We receive a lot of designer clothing and accessories in this store, too! Stop by soon and see what’s waiting for you, right around the corner from campus.
Volunteer With Us!
Looking for a service opportunity in Bearden? Volunteer with KARM Stores individually or with your family, friends, church, or school. We have volunteer opportunities for all ages and physical capabilities. Click the button below to sign up today!
Donate With Us
KARM Stores in Bearden accepts donations to the left of the store’s entrance Monday-Saturday 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM (see map for directions). After 6:00 PM, we can accept donations inside the store until 9:00 PM.
We take new and gently-used clothing, shoes, furniture, household goods, books, toys, and much more. For larger items, you can also schedule a free donation pickup and we can come to you. Click the links below for more information.
Corners of Your Field
Corners of Your Field is a partnership between local churches and Knox Area Rescue Ministries. Corners of Your Field encourages members of your church to be intentional about selecting their gently-used household items for donation to KARM Stores. KARM Stores then returns a portion of the donation’s value in the form of gift cards to your church to be used to help those directly in your community. Be sure to provide your phone number and partner’s name so they can get credit for your donation.