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[GoneButNotForgotten]

Hi, y'all!

I live in Washington state, east of Seattle. I recently lost about 40 lbs and that means I have some really nice clothes that don't fit any more and I'd like to donate them. However I can't seem to find any organizations that will take them.

Does anyone know what/will accept them? Most of them are in pretty good shape and I'd hate to have to just toss them. Thanks in advance to anyone who can help me find a home for them.

[MamaWick]

Check for a local women's shelter

[RescueLover]

Most churches collect clothing, shoes and accessories. That’s what I do with our new and used items.

[RescueLover]

And even your local American Legions will have a donation box on their property.

[PA Mom-mom]

@GoneButNotForgotten  In my area here in PA, Purple Heart will pick them up if you schedule a curbside pickup. They also have green drop locations.

[threecees]

I stopped donating to Goodwill and now drop my clothing in local donation

bins. They accept shoes and clothing and usually you can find them near stores,

gas stations, etc.

[Kachina624]

@GoneButNotForgotten.  Check with women's shelters in your area and the Salvation Army.  I don't think any place will pick them up anymore.

[Love my grandkids]

@GoneButNotForgotten Use your search bar for "women's shelters" in your city or county. I'm also in WA state and know there are a number of them in my area.

[drizzellla]

When I stopped working, I donated many nice outfits that I had worn to the office. I donated to an organization called Network of Victim Assistance (NOVA). They were so glad to get the clothing. By my third trip to donate more clothes, the volunteers were greeting me before I could get out of the car. 

It was good to know that they would be able to use the items I donated.

And my husband was a runner. He also had many sneakers. Some he liked more than others. So he donated about 10 pairs of sneakers that didn't seem to feel comfortable while he ran. He took them to Salvation Army. The man accepting the donation was actually excited to get them. He said they would go to good use and that they could always use them.

So those are the 2 organizations I think of when I donate anything.

[kaydee50]

When we lived in NV we used to donate a lot to Vietnam Vets.  They would pick up and took most items.  But I don't think they are everywhere.

Now we donate to a local church here in Chicago.  Also the Salvation Army although they only pick up furniture.  Clothing would have to be brough to one of their stores.

I know it's hard to give away things--go figure!