Joining Hands Benefit Shop

See IOC’s 2025 Grantees List Here

Interfaith Outreach of Carmel (IOC) is an organization of faith communities dedicated to extending a helping hand of service within Monterey County by “joining hands to reduce homelessness. “

Joining Hands Benefit Shop is the fundraising vehicle for Interfaith Outreach of Carmel (IOC)

New Items Are Arriving Daily!

…joining hands
to reduce homelessness.

Since 2007 Interfaith Outreach of Carmel has brought various faith communities together to improve our ability to serve those in our community who need housing assistance through Joining Hands Benefit Shop.

Joining Hands Benefit Shop is a resale shop of "gently used" and new clothing, housewares, furniture, artwork jewelry, linens, and more.

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Donate to IOC

Donate to Interfaith Outreach of Carmel (IOC) through our secure online portal here. Learn more about our nonprofit through our annual reports and 990 forms here.

Donate to Nancy J. Jones Fund

Donate to Nancy J. Jones Endowment Fund through the Community Foundation for Monterey County’s online portal here. The link open will take you to the Foundation’s 3rd party website.

Volunteers Needed!

Volunteers are the heartbeat of our organization and make fulfilling our mission possible. Please click the button to learn more and do not hesitate to reach out and ask questions.

Learn more

In 2025 our volunteers raised $200,000, which was distributed in the form of grants to 15 nonprofit organizations who help reduce homelessness! Check out our Grants page to learn more.

Grants

Grants Distributed

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Clear a little space on your bookshelf. This Saturday, Joining Hands Benefit Shop invites you to our BIG Sidewalk Book Sale featuring a wide variety of gently loved books for readers of all ages and interests. From bestselling novels and classic li
Save the Date for an Evening of Community, Compassion, and Celebration. Sponsorship Opportunities Now Available! Beneath the Crystal Sky: A Sunset Celebration Tuesday, September 15, 2026 5:30 p.m. Woody’s at Del Mesa | Carmel Join Interfaith
Book lovers, this one's for you. This Saturday only, Joining Hands Benefit Shop is bringing hundreds of books outdoors for a special Sidewalk Book Sale. Browse fiction, mysteries, biographies, cookbooks, children's books, history, nonfiction, and mo
Summer Entertaining Starts Here! Planning a garden brunch, hosting friends, or just love setting a beautiful table? Stop by Joining Hands Benefit Shop for timeless pieces that tell a story. From delicate china to vintage silver and elegant accents,
Join Us Beneath the Crystal Sky — Sponsorship Opportunities Now Open Interfaith Outreach of Carmel and Joining Hands Benefit Shop invite you to be part of an extraordinary evening dedicated to compassion, elegance, and meaningful community imp
Summer begins, bringing with it a sense of renewal and possibility. It is the perfect time to refresh your home, wardrobe, or routines. Donating gently used items helps keep our shop stocked and ensures resources continue flowing back into the commu
June is a time of transition—longer days, fresh energy, and new opportunities to give back. At Joining Hands Benefit Shop, every purchase supports programs that directly serve individuals and families in need across our community. As summer be
As May comes to a close, your shopping dollars go further at #JoiningHandsBenefitShop! Discover one-of-a-kind treasures while supporting critical housing programs in #MontereyCounty. Every purchase you make helps build a brighter, more stable commu