Where Can People Donate Clothes?
Donating clothes is an act of charity. There are a lot of organizations that welcome donations for fundraising or to help the less fortunate. Donating clothes may seem like a complex process, but the more informed you are, the more comfortable you will be with giving.
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Arrange your clothes by size. When donating clothes, take the time to package them nicely instead of just dumping a bunch into a bag. Folding the clothes neatly and ordering them by size will make it easier for the organization to process your donation quickly. They will appreciate this simple act because it's difficult to handle and organize a number of donations. You'll help them become more effective, and it will be easier for your clothes to reach someone in need.
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Make a list of charities to which you want to donate. Because there are various organizations that may be accepting donated clothes, you should list arrange the organizations by area. If you want your donation to be tax-deductible, inquire about whether the group is a qualified charitable organization.
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Start with national organizations such as Salvation Army or Goodwill. Learn more about the organizations in your list so you can narrow down your options. Ask them about the process of donating clothes -- whether they will give these clothes to the needy or sell them to be able to help people financially. Work with a company that shares the same goals as you in terms of where your clothes will end up.
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Drive to the site to deliver the clothes. Employees of these organizations will guide you through the process of donating. Let them know of special considerations to keep in mind about the clothes. Be sure that the location you are visiting is accepting drop-off donations.
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Get a receipt or a note so you can deduct the donation on your tax returns. These organizations will give you a tax receipt as evidence that you donated your clothes, if ever your accountant or the IRS requires such information. You should also have a personal file of the things you have donated.
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