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Why Donate?

Annually, 10 million tons of reusable or recycled clothing and household textiles are placed in our landfills.  Clothes and shoes take up more space than any other non-durable goods in our wasteyards and is one of the most efficient recycling industries.  By recycling unwanted clothing, textiles and footwear, you are also reducing greenhouse gases and protecting our environment.  Almost 95% of the materials collected will be reused or repurposed.

When you donate, you:

  • Provide affordable clothing and other items to individuals

  • Reduce our carbon footprint

  • Further clean air preservation

  • Reduce energy consumption

  • Further water and woodland conservation

  • Fund charitable initiatives

  • Create Jobs

  • Promote small businesses

Acceptable items:

  • Clothing and shoes

  • Coats and jackets

  • Linens, blankets, and towels,

  • Purses, hats, gloves, and backpacks

  • Other household textiles

When items can't be reused, they are recycled in many ways:

  • Stuffed toys and pillows become car seat stuffing and automobile insulation

  • T-shirts, sheets, towels, and clothing become wiping cloths

  • Denim becomes home insulation

  • Shoe soles become paving material

  • Sweaters and coats become carpet padding

  • Curtains and drapes become stuffing for pillows, sleeping bags, and animal beds

  • Wool sweaters and materials become baseball and softball filling

  • Velvet materials become jewelry box lining

  • Leftover fabric scraps become paper money

Sorry, we are unable to accept:

  • Large items, large appliances or furniture

  • Mattresses, box springs or pillows

  • TVs older than 5 years

  • Glassware, car seats

  • Wet, rusty or contaminated items

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