Charity wardrobe clean-out

Do you have a wardrobe full of clothes that you never wear… a box full of unwanted Christmas gifts… or a cupboard full of shoes so deep that you haven’t seen the bottom in years? The start of a new year is now upon us, and there has never been a better time to clear out your wardrobe, donate your clothes to charity and lend a helping hand in the process! Below is a list of charities that will make excellent use of your unwanted items.

Please keep in mind that you should only donate items that are clean and in good condition, and generally speaking you should throw away old underwear rather than passing them on (the exception to this rule is the uplift bras for Fiji campaign).

Australia Wide Charities
 
Lifeline
Lifeline accepts donations of clothing and other household goods either through their donation bins, or at one of their many drop off points throughout Australia. Visit the lifeline website for contact details.
 
Salvation Army
The Salvos have family stores throughout the country, and will happily make use of clothing and other goods that are in usable condition. To donate, simply drop your goods in to your nearest Salvos Family Store. Clothes are sold in Salvos stores, and are also given away for free to families in need. Call 13 16 40 for further details.
 
Vinnies (St Vincent de Paul Society)
Drop your goods into one of the many Vinnies collection bins around town, or directly to a Vinnies centre. Clothes are sold in Vinnies stores, and are also given away for free to families in need. Call 02 9560 8666 for further details.
 
The Smith Family
Contact The Smith Family on 1300 737 166 to arrange your donation. Clothes are sold in Smith Family stores, and are also given away for free to families in need.
 
Uplift Bras
Uplift, through Rotary Australia World Community Service collects your used bras (particularly sports bras, and larger sizes) to send to disadvantage women in pacific countries such as Fiji, Vanuatu and Tonga.
 
New South Wales Charities
 
NSW Women’s Refuge
Donate clothing and useful items that may be of immediate use to a women's refuge in your area. Call 02 9698 9777 for further information.
 
Animal Rights Rescue Group
Drop your goods into the Animal Rights Rescue Group Op Shop, or call 02 6622 1881 for further info. Funds made from the Op Shop are used to pay for food and vet bills for rescued animals. A very worthy cause! Call 02 6622 1881 for further information.
 
Learning Links
Donate your unwanted to clothing to Learning Links directly into donation bins (Sydney), or call 02 9534 1710 for further information. Proceeds assist children with learning difficulties and developmental delays. Call 02 9534 1710 for further information.
 
Queensland Charities
 
The Asthma Foundation
Donate clothing and other resalable goods directly into donation bins or directly to your nearest Asthma Foundation shop. Proceeds used to fund ongoing education and research programmes. Call 1800 645 130 for further information.
 
South Australian Charities
 
People Living with HIV/AIDS
To donate clothing and other household goods contact the centre on 08 8293 3700 to make arrangements. Proceeds assist the centre to provide services to individuals living with HIV/AIDS.
 
Victorian Charities
 
Arthritis Victoria Inc
Donate clothing and other household goods to the Arthritis Victoria Op Shops. Call 03 8531 8039 for further information. Proceeds are used to fund projects designed to assist people living with musculoskeletal conditions.
 
Education Program for Infants and Children (EPIC)
Donate clothes and other household goods to an EPIC op shop. For further info contact EPIC on 03 9466 9600 or visit their website. Proceeds used to provide education and other services for children with disabilities (including Down Syndrome and Autism).
 
The Brotherhood of St Lawrence
Donations are accepted through collection bins or directly to a Brotherhood store (Melbourne). Proceeds fund community work, and provide low cost essential items to families in need. Call 03 9483 1183 for further information.
 
Vision Australia
Donate clothing directly to a Vision Australia Op Shop. Call 1800 331 00 or visit their website for locations.
 
Western Australian Charities
 
Belmont Clothes Library
Belmont Clothes Library collects clothing, shoes and accessories that are suitable attire for a job interview. This free service allows unemployed individuals to borrow the clothes (in the same way books are borrowed from a library). Call 08 9479 3777 for further information.
 
Good Sammy
Donate your clothing directly to a Good Sammy store or through one of their yellow donation bins. Proceeds are used to provide employment options for people with disabilities. Call 08 9463 0500 for further information.
 

People who care

Drop your clothing directly to People Who Care (48 James St, Guildford). Proceeds go towards helping the frail aged and people with disabilities to continue living independently for as long as possible.