1149 E Old Andrew Johnson Hwy, Talbott, TN 37877
Phone: 865-521-0770 Ext. 324
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.
One of the biggest things that our thrift store in Jefferson City is known for is the quality of the clothing. We receive amazing, high-end brands in men’s, women’s, and children’s clothing. If you love a thrift store with designer brands that make it feel more like a boutique, this store is for you!
Volunteer With Us!
Looking for a service opportunity in Jefferson City? 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 Jefferson City accepts donations at the donation doors on the right side of the building 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.
Connecting The Dots From Knoxville to Jefferson City
When guests arrive at Knox Area Rescue Ministries (KARM), they are asked to provide the address of their last residence. This information is used to track where the guests are coming to us from. Outside of Knox County, there were 62 other Tennessee counties recorded. Of those counties, Hamblen County ranked 6th on the highest number of guests served and Jefferson County ranked 9th (reported Feb. 2025). These 2 counties account for approximately 8.4% of Tennessee guests who reported their last known address when they arrived at KARM. KARM Stores is used as a funding source for KARM, as we provide 100% of our profits to support KARM and all of their amazing programs. Even though the building is in Knoxville, the impact is felt across East Tennessee. Thank you for supporting your community by shopping with us! Explore the menu on this website to learn more about the programs at KARM.
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 the Athens community.
