Hidden Treasures Thrift Store of Fallbrook

Hidden Treasures Thrift Store of Fallbrook is a nonprofit furniture and household goods store located at 913 South Main Avenue in Fallbrook, California. The store specializes in gently used furniture, home goods, clothing, and electronics, all sourced through community donations. It serves the local Fallbrook community by offering affordable, quality items while supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities through hands-on job training and life skills coaching. The store operates Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., with donation drop-offs on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. It holds a 4.00 rating based on customer reviews, reflecting consistent service and community value.

Founded in 2009 by Brad Gilpin, the store was created to address limited employment opportunities for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. It operates in close partnership with Care-Rite, a family-run vocational service that provides job coaching and skill development. Store employees, many of whom are participants in the Care-Rite Day Program, gain real-world experience in inventory management, customer service, and retail operations. The store also supports enrichment programs such as art, cooking, sign language, reading, dramatic arts, and life skills classes, with proceeds funding these initiatives and other local nonprofit efforts.

The store is situated on South Main Avenue, just a short walk from the Fallbrook Post Office and the US Post Office, both located about 0.2 miles away. It lies approximately 0.1 miles from South Mission Road and West Fallbrook Street, with Jackie Heyneman Park situated about 0.3 miles to the southeast. This central location makes it accessible to residents and donors throughout the Fallbrook area.

As a nonprofit organization dedicated to inclusion and empowerment, Hidden Treasures Thrift Store stands out for its meaningful mission, strong community ties, and commitment to providing sustainable opportunities for individuals with intellectual disabilities. Its blend of affordable goods and social impact makes it a vital part of Fallbrook’s local economy and culture.