Community Aid
Secondhand storeCommunity Aid is a secondhand store in Reading, PA. You’ll find it at 5370 Allentown Pike, Reading, PA 19560. It’s one of 5 secondhand and resale shops we track in Reading.
The store keeps hours six days a week and is closed on Sunday, staying open as late as 9 PM on its longest days. Thrift hours change seasonally and around holidays, so a quick call before a long drive is worth it.
Secondhand stores buy or take in used goods and price them to move, so the floor changes constantly; expect a mix of everyday clothing, housewares, and the occasional standout piece priced well below retail.
6 more secondhand shops are within driving distance, listed below, so it can anchor a longer thrifting circuit.
Store information
- Address
- 5370 Allentown Pike, Reading, PA 19560
- Hours
- Monday – Saturday 9:00 AM – 9:00 PMSunday closedHours can change — call ahead to confirm.
- Phone
- +1 717-412-7706
- Website
- communityaid.org
Before you go
- Ask at the register which tag color is on sale this week and which is newest — the sale racks are cheap, the newest racks are where fresh donations land.
- Check garments under good light for stains and test every zipper; most thrift sales are final.
- Bring a tape measure and your key measurements — sizes vary wildly across eras and brands.
- It’s closed on Sunday — plan the visit for another day.
Thrift & secondhand stores near Reading
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Monday thru Friday 8am – 4pm
Goodwill
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OppShop
Secondhand store3045 North 5th Street Highway, Reading, PA2.6 mi
Monday: 10 AM – 7 PM; Tuesday: 10 AM – 7 PM; Wednesday: 10 AM – 7 PM; Thursday: 10 AM – 7 PM; Friday: 10 AM – 7 PM; Saturday: 10 AM – 7 PM; Sunday: Closed
Plato's Closet
Secondhand store1183 Berkshire Blvd, Wyomissing, PA6.1 mi
Monday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Thursday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Friday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Saturday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Sunday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Goodwill
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Mo-Sa 09:00-18:00
Theresa's Farmhouse Finds
Antique store2802 Perkiomen Avenue, Reading, PA6.6 mi
Mo-Tu off; We,Su 11:00-17:00; Th-Sa 10:00-18:00
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Community Aid located?
Community Aid is located at 5370 Allentown Pike, Reading, PA 19560.
What are Community Aid’s hours?
Listed hours: Monday – Saturday 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Sunday closed. Hours can change — call ahead at +1 717-412-7706 to confirm.
Is Community Aid open on Sunday?
No — Community Aid is closed on Sunday according to its posted hours.
What kind of store is Community Aid?
Community Aid is a secondhand store in Reading, PA.
Are there other thrift or secondhand stores near Community Aid?
Yes — we list 6 other secondhand, thrift, consignment, vintage, or antique stores within about 50 miles. See the nearby stores section on this page.
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