Thank you for your interest in volunteering! We are not accepting general volunteer applications at this time and expect to resume accepting them in September.

We are excited to continue to welcome new volunteers to our Garret Thrift Shop and Concord Medical Center Gift Shop—perfect for those who love retail, teamwork, and engaging with our community in a fun, fast-paced setting. If you are interested in our retail roles, email Brian.Corona@johnmuirhealth.com for the Garret and Heather.Kenward@johnmuirhealth.com for the Gift Shop.

Please note: Retail volunteer roles are dedicated to supporting our shop operations and do not serve as a pathway to positions in clinical or patient care areas.

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About The Garret Thrift Shop

The Garret Thrift Shop is a fundraising initiative of the John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center Auxiliary, a dedicated volunteer organization supporting John Muir Health’s Walnut Creek Medical Center.

For decades, the Auxiliary has contributed more than $20 million toward patient care, advanced medical equipment, facility enhancements, and essential hospital programs. Proceeds from The Garret Thrift Shop play an important role in continuing this impact, helping to enhance the patient experience and support vital healthcare services for the community.

The shop offers a curated selection of donated items, including clothing, jewelry, books, furniture, antiques, collectibles, and more. Every purchase and donation directly supports the Auxiliary’s ongoing work and mission.

How You Can Help

Volunteering at The Garret is a hands-on way to give back. From sorting and pricing donations to merchandising and assisting customers, volunteers help keep the shop running while making a meaningful difference in the community.

Volunteers play a key role in the day-to-day operations of The Garret Thrift Shop. Opportunities include collecting and organizing donations, sorting and pricing items, creating displays, and assisting customers at the register.

The shop is open Tuesday through Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Volunteer shifts are typically 3 hours between 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., with the greatest need in the afternoon from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. High school students are welcome to apply.

For more information, call the Garret Thrift Shop at (925) 932-9474 or email brian.corona@johnmuirhealth.com.

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