Do you need clothes

or housewares?

We offer gently used clothing, shoes, linens, and small household goods to people in need

WHAT’S AVAILABLE AT TAKE?

TAKE operates a store where those experiencing hard times may shop, for free, for gently used clothing, shoes, linens, household goods, and more

WHEN IS TAKE OPEN TO SHOPPERS?

TAKE IS NOW OPEN AT OUR NEW LOCATION:

105 E 1st St., ANKENY, IOWA 50021!

SHOPPING HOURS:

MON THROUGH FRI + 2ND SAT 

9:30 – 11:30 AM

Coming in to shop?

Here’s what you need to know

  • No proof of income or other questions are asked–simply city of residence and number of people for whom one is shopping, in order to keep annual statistics on use.

  • Once you sign in, we’ll give you plastic shopping bags which you may fill with clothing or items you need.

  • Outside shopping bags/purses are not allowed.

  • Children must be supervised at all times.

  • The Ankeny Klothing Exchange, Inc. (TAKE) reserves the right to refuse service to any customer who threatens or verbally abuses volunteers or other customers, or who is causing a scene by yelling, swearing, making a mess, or who is clearly intoxicated.

TAKE’S SHOPPING HOURS

MONDAY – FRIDAY + 2ND SATURDAY

9:30 – 11:30 AM

OUR LOCATION

THE ANKENY KLOTHING EXCHANGE

105 E 1st Street

ANKENY, IOWA 50021

  • StOCKED WITH NEW & LIKE-NEW ITEMS DONATED & SAVED THROUGHOUT THE YEAR

    SUPPLEMENTED WITH ITEMS DONATED SPECIFICALLY FOR THE ROOM

    TAKE CHRISTMAS ROOM OFFERS AN OPPORTUNITY FOR THOSE experiencing hard times TO SHOP for holiday decorations, toys, and other giftable items that can be used as presents for their loved ones

  • In order to help the most people at the holidays, the Christmas Room is closely monitored, with limited shopping time and one visit per week

  • TAKE OFFERS A SPECIAL SHOPPING EXPERIENCE FOR THE HOLIDAYS…

    The Christmas Room