Donate Clothes: Find Local Organizations That Give Directly
Updated 12/26/24
We all know that feeling of staring into our closets, overwhelmed by clothes we never wear anymore. Maybe they're old styles that don't fit your vibe, or maybe they just don't fit quite right anymore. Whatever the reason, you're ready to declutter and make some space. But instead of just throwing those clothes away, why not donate them to a local organization that can give them directly to people who need them?
In this post, we'll help you find some amazing organizations in the Cleveland area that are accepting clothing donations.
Note: If you recommended an organization that does not appear on this list it is because they are not currently accepting clothes.
Pearls Closet - Cleveland
From the organization: Our thrift boutique is the perfect place for tween and teen girls to find cute and trendy items without breaking the bank. We offer basic essentials at no cost, and mothers and female guardians are always welcome to shop with us too.
Clothing items are accepted at PEARLS on a quarterly basis.
For more information, email brittney@clevelandpearls.org.
Birthright Lake County - Mentor
From the organization: Birthright Lake, Inc. offers free, non-judgmental, confidential help and guidance to pregnant women and families with babies and small children who are struggling due to personal and/or financial difficulties. We are dedicated to helping through tangible, positive, and loving support.
We accept maternity/nursing clothing and infant/child sizes preemie to 5T: including coats, pajamas, underwear, socks, and shoes. Formula and/or breastfeeding supplies. Diapers/ pull ups. baby wipes, baby food, strollers,
high chairs, bouncers, pack n plays, books, educational toys, and more. Items must be washed/sanitized and stain free.See more information here, accepting donations paused until 1/13/25
Westside Catholic Center - Cleveland
From the organization: Grounded in faith, hope, love, and respect for those we serve, the West Side Catholic Center assists all who come in need of food, clothing, shelter, advocacy, and a path to self-sufficiency.
More information and wish list here
From the organization: Thank you for your donations of new or gently used items for our Clothing and Household Distribution Program. We ask that you bring only season-appropriate, practical clothing that is either new or clean and gently used. Our space is very limited. We can only accept up to two bags or parcels per drop-off.
Dress for Success Cleveland - Cleveland
From the organization: The mission of Dress for Success is to help unemployed and underemployed women achieve economic independence by providing no-fee programs, development tools and professional attire to thrive in work and in life.
From the organization: Individuals can schedule an appointment to drop off donations of new or gently used attire at our office.
All garments must be freshly laundered or dry-cleaned and placed on hangers.
No more than 20 hanging garments per appointment spot. You may schedule up to two spots per day.
We need fall/winter blazers, dresses, pantsuits, skirts suits and blouses!
More information and schedule an appointment here.
Laura’s Home and The City Mission - Cleveland
From the organization: For women and children, we are a bridge from crisis to stability and self-sufficiency. With 166 beds and 61 rooms, Laura’s Home offers specialized, wraparound services designed to empower families and individuals to live healthy lives.
From the organization: The City Mission empowers men, women, and children in crisis to overcome their unique, complex paths to homelessness.
More information and a wish list here.
Matt Talbot - Cleveland
From the organization: Residential Addiction Treatment Services offer comprehensive treatment that focuses on recovery from addiction and rehabilitation leading to an alcohol and drug-free lifestyle with gender-specific units.
Always taking donations for women’s and men’s clothing of any kind.
More information and a wish list here.
Labre Homeless Ministry at Saint Ignatius - Cleveland
From the organization: The Labre Ministry delivers food and friendship to Cleveland's homeless community on Sunday nights. Students sign up during the school year at Wednesday C.A.T. meetings. People looking to donate food or clothing should contact the Labre moderators.
Find donation information and contacts here.
Other spots to consider, not currently taking used clothes:
Hannah’s Home - Mentor
Providence House - Cleveland
Due to health and safety concerns, as well as limited storage space, we are not able to accept donations of used items.
More information and wish list here.
From the organization: The mission of St. Herman House - FOCUS Cleveland is to shelter and support homeless men on the path to well-being and independence and meet the basic needs of people in our community.
