BOSTON (October 7, 2025) – The Morgan Memorial Goodwill Industries Arlington Attended Donation Center closed on September 26. It was located at the Stop & Shop near the high school for decades and was recently relocated to the ice skating rink on Summer Street. Goodwill and the Town of Arlington are working together with the objective of securing a permanent location in the community as soon as possible.
Goodwill is a community-based nonprofit organization that relies on donations of clothing and household goods from community residents. Arlington has been an outstanding partner over the years and residents are encouraged to continue to donate at nearby locations to support Goodwill’s mission.
“Every donation makes a difference and supports Goodwill’s job training and career services for individuals with barriers to self-sufficiency. Goodwill helps them find jobs and create new lives,” said Joanne Hilferty, President and CEO of Goodwill. “Donated items also help individuals and families stretch their budgets and access quality goods at affordable prices. Last year, Arlington residents donated more than 2 million pounds of items to Goodwill and we are deeply grateful.”
“Goodwill’s Attended Donation Center has been a part of the fabric of Arlington since 1958. It is a resource for residents who want to support Goodwill and also reduces items going to the landfill,” said James Feeney, Arlington Town Manager. “We look forward to finding a permanent site for Goodwill.”
In the interim, residents may use Goodwill’s attended donation centers in Lexington at Grace Chapel at 59 Worthen Road and in Winchester at the Elks Lodge on Route 3 as well as the Goodwill store at 230 Elm Street in Davis Square in Somerville. For more information, check www.goodwillmass.org.
Each year, Goodwill collects more than 28 million pounds of donations across Massachusetts. The organization accepts clothing, textiles, shoes, accessories, books, small working appliances, household items, small furniture, antiques, collectibles, and more. Goodwill asks residents to donate serviceable items and to give during operating hours.About Morgan
Memorial Goodwill Industries
Goodwill is a community-based nonprofit organization whose mission is to help individuals with barriers to self-sufficiency to achieve independence and dignity through work. To learn more, visit www.goodwillmass.org.