FREE clothing and sometimes miscellaneous items depending on the donations we receive.
AT THIS TIME, we are open normal hours, THURSDAYS & FRIDAYS 11-4pm. SATURDAYS 11-2pm.
DONATIONS are ONLY accepted on SATURDAYS.
We are a CLOTHING ministry. We do not have the capacity to accept other donations such as DVD'S, MOVIES, CASSETTE TAPES, MAGAZINES OR BOOKS.
PLEASE DO NOT LEAVE DONATIONS WHEN WE ARE CLOSED. WE HAVE A SMALL PART-TIME STAFF.
United Way is a volunteer-led, nonprofit organization located in Grayson County that seeks and addresses the root causes of key issues.
LIVE UNITED. It's a credo. A mission. A goal. A constant reminder that when we reach out a hand to one, we influence the condition of all. We build the strength of our neighborhoods. We bolster the health of our communities. And we change the lives of those who walk by us every day.
We focus on three areas: Education, Financial Stability, and Health.
Working Together...For Each Other
The Van Alstyne Chamber of Commerce is committed to promoting commerce and professional and personal growth.
The Chamber is your company’s number-one resource for business advocacy, connectivity, and education.
You do not need to be located inside the Van Alstyne city limits to be a member of our vibrant and growing chamber. We work with surrounding communities to grow the economic region between McKinney and Sherman.
We work closely with the various City of Van Alstyne departments and the Van Alstyne Community Development Corporation to produce several annual events that help businesses connect with the community on a one-to-one level.
The VACED helps to foster the commercial and retail business community in Van Alstyne while also enhancing the quality for its residents. We also work the Van Alstyne area to retain job opportunities and recruit and retain manufacturing and industry. Please contact us to learn more about the many grants and resources we provide.
Founded in 2012, the Van Alstyne Education Foundation supports the Van Alstyne Independent School District and the students and teachers it serves.
Committed to enhancing and furthering our community's education, VAEF awards teacher grants and senior scholarships to VAISD.
Since its creation, VAEF has awarded over $500,000 in grants and scholarships and $500,000 in endowments.
Van Alstyne Education Foundation provides resources to enhance the educational experiences for all!
Van Alstyne History
By: Dusty Williams
McKinney and Sherman had given land for the Houston and Texas Central Railway. Mantua, being between the two saw no need to pay the railroad as they would “come through here anyway.” Unfortunately, the railroad bypassed them when on February 21, 1872 the railroad purchased a little over 35 acres from William L. McKinney, a minor and orphan. William had received his large estate from his father, William B. McKinney who had died in the Civil War. His father James McKinney was the original owner of the land that the State of Texas granted him. Businesses began moving from Mantua to the newly formed town. On May 3, 1873 the town was named Van Alstyne in honor of Maria Van Alstyne, widow of railroad employee and stockholder, William A. Van Alstyne. Van Alstyne is said to be the only town in Grayson County that was named after a woman.
Want to learn more? Join the Van Alstyne Historical Society!
The Mission of the Van Alstyne Public Library is to enhance the development, growth, and well-being of our community by providing an organized collection of books, reference materials, programs, and other resources, to educate, entertain and inform.
Welcome to Troop 44
Email: VATroop44@gmail.com
Character Building Since 1913
Troop 44 has been in existence for 110 years, serving the community of Van Alstyne. It is the 3rd oldest troop in the state of Texas and 5th oldest troop in the nation. Our boys in the Troop range in age from 11 to 18. The First United Methodist Church currently sponsors the Troop, and they have been our sponsor for the longest number of years since we became a Troop. The Troop is a boy-run organization and is under the authority of our patrol leaders' council. We strive to live by the Scout Oath and the 12 points of the Scout Law. We believe in service to God, country, and family. We meet once a week on Tuesdays from 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. and try to have at least one outing per month. This outing is usually an event that lets us practice what we have learned from that month's theme. The boys advance in rank at their own pace and have the opportunity to learn about a new hobby or trade by earning merit badges in a particular field of interest. We live by the saying, “Scouting is a game with a purpose."
Troop 0044 James Adams Post 376 District 4
Troop for Girls
Established in 2021
Ages: 11-18
Meets Tuesdays from 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Email: vanalstynegt44@gmail.com
Van Alstyne Senior Center provides opportunities for area Senior Citizens to socialize, enjoy lunch, play games, and participate in scheduled activities. Activities include chair exercises, craft corner, bingo, monthly in-center movie, monthly dinner and music night, and more. Lunch is served daily (M-F) at 11:30 am. $2 suggested donation for seniors, $5 for non-seniors.
Hours: 9am-2pm Monday through Friday