How to Donate Clothes to Haiti From Bridgeport, CT
Haiti has seen a disaster that has affected almost everyone in that country. Many individuals have been donating items and money to help the citizens of Haiti get back to a normal way of living. Connecticut has been very involved in helping the people of Haiti by providing them with the necessary resources. If you live in Bridgeport, Connecticut, there are ways that you can donate clothes to Haiti. You can work with a charity in Connecticut that will get your donated clothes to people who really need them.
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Contact the Connecticut Haitian American Organization to inquire about donating clothes. This group is a nonprofit that provides resources to Haitian citizens. Speak with a representative to determine what kind of clothing to donate. The group has drop-off locations throughout Connecticut. You can inquire about the location that is closest to you.
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Donate your clothing to the American Red Cross office in Bridgeport, Connecticut. You should only donate items if you have them in large quantities. The American Red Cross states that the organization cannot accept small quantities of clothing. The organization accepts bulk donations for victims of natural disasters, such as the victims of the earthquake in Haiti. The Salvation Army in Bridgeport also accepts clothing donations for the citizens of Haiti.
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Prepare your clothes for donation. Many charities will have certain requirements on the type of clothing they accept. It is best that you wash the clothes before donating them. Follow the packing instructions that are specified by the charity.
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Follow the donation guidelines that are set by the charity. Some organizations pick up the donation while others require you to drop it off.
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