The Clothing Closet and SimplyBe Coffee grand opening in Leesburg

The Clothing Closet and SimplyBe Coffee, two gospel enterprises of Tree of Life Ministries, celebrated their Grand Opening at 208 Church Street, SE, in Leesburg, on Friday, April 21.

The ribbon cutting ceremony was held with Leesburg Mayor Kelly Burk and Loudoun Chamber President Tony Howard in attendance to help cut the ribbon. SimplyBe Coffee was previously located on Edwards Ferry Road, and this is the second Clothing Closet location.

The Clothing Closet is a boutique which sells new and gently used clothing for men, women, and children at affordable prices, as well as providing free clothing to those in need through their voucher program. SimplyBe Coffee is a unique coffee shop that not only serves coffee and treats, but also provides workplace and internship opportunities for those with disabilities and special needs.

The Clothing Closet in Purcellville opened in June 2020, and has provided 582 individuals from across Loudoun County with free clothing. Opening a second location allows Tree of Life Ministries to not only serve more individuals, but to provide a more convenient location for those coming from eastern and central Loudoun.

Their Leesburg location has already served several individuals since it opened on March 31. Additionally, through CAST and work transition programs, an average of 8 volunteers work in the store weekly.

SimplyBe Coffee provided 29 individuals with disabilities, work opportunities since it opened. They have also provided around $27,000 in free coffee and snacks to the community in 2022, through Tuesday “Impact Days”.

They hope to increase these opportunities as they continue to be a gathering place for those looking for a special experience when grabbing a cup of coffee. Their new location includes more space, outdoor seating, and is located just upstairs from the Clothing Closet, so everyone is encouraged you to stop by and eat, drink, and shop.

Tree of Life Ministries serves Loudoun County with the purpose of reaching out to the poor and need in the community. They have been providing food, life skills, shelter and clothing, healthcare in the form of medical vouchers, and financial and other forms of relief to residents of Loudoun County for over a decade.

To learn more, go to www.tolministries.org or contact Jennifer Del Grande at jdelgrande@tolministries.org.