Clemson, SC – Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands South Carolina (GIUMSC) has announced the grand opening of its brand-new retail store and donation center in the heart of Clemson, South Carolina. Located at 1051 Tiger Blvd., the highly anticipated milestone marks Goodwill’s very first location within the City of Clemson, establishing an exciting partnership to offer high-quality thrift treasures at unbeatable prices while expanding funding for vital community workforce programs.

The festivities kick off on Tuesday, October 27, with a special ribbon-cutting ceremony, followed by the official store opening at 9 a.m.

Designed as a cozy, curated boutique-style shopping experience, the new 4000 -square-foot facility features 1,900 square feet of sales space packed with clothing, home wares, and unique finds. Conveniently located just 2.2 miles from Clemson University, the store provides an accessible, eco-friendly shopping destination and donor drop-off point for students, residents, and visitors alike.

“We’ve had a strategic goal to be in Clemson for a long time, and Tiger Boulevard is the ideal spot for our first store here,” said Pat Michaels, President and CEO of GIUMSC. “The more intimate boutique layout makes it easy for customers to stop into the store, find great deals, or drop off gently used items they no longer need. More importantly, every purchase and donation drives a larger purpose - funding free job training programs that help local residents build sustainable careers.”

Every donation made and every item purchased at the new Clemson location directly funds GIUMSC’s mission to transform lives through the power of work. GIUMSC provides free workforce development services to individuals seeking sustainable careers and financial independence. Last year, over 6,600 people found competitive employment through GIUMSC programs, with participants earning an impressive average hourly wage of $16.93.

Grand Opening Details:

• Date: Tuesday, October 27
• Time: 9:00 AM
• Location: 1051 Tiger Blvd., Clemson, SC
• Features: Boutique-style thrift selection, dedicated convenient donation drop-off center

The Goodwill Clemson store will be open Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and remain closed on Sundays. The Donation Center will be open and ready to receive your unwanted items Monday through Saturday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.