As part of our service to clients, we provide donation drop-off when we conclude a project.  It always feels good to give the gently used, unwanted items a new life.  It is an added bonus when those items can be used to help those in need.

We want to share a handy list of DFW charities that depend on these types of donations.  As you are cleaning out your closet, garage or attic this fall, you can easily find a good organization to take most (if not all) of the things you no longer want or need.

Charity Clothing Pickup (clothingpickuptexas.com)

Their mission is supporting the Dallas/Fort Worth Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, the Paralyzed Veterans of America – Lone Star Chapter, and the National Federation of the Blind through collected donations.  They need clothing (adult and children’s), accessories, shoes, housewares, linens and blankets, and toys.

To Donate: Information for donation locations and dropboxes are available online, or schedule a pick-up via their website.

Dress for Success (dressforsuccess.org)

Their mission is to promote the economic independence of disadvantaged women by providing professional attire, a network of support, and career-development tools to help women thrive in work and in life.  They need women’s blazers, jackets, blouses, professional shoes, handbags/briefcases, coats, and skirt- and pantsuits appropriate for a job interview. More information about requirements and needs are available online.

To Donate: Drop off at your local chapter, information for which can be found on their website.

The Family Place (familyplace.org)

Their mission is to enable abused families to create independence through providing counseling, health services, and safe housing.  They need gently used household items and clothing.

To Donate: Drop off at The Family Place Resale Shop (11722 Marsh Ln., #354, Dallas) or schedule a pick-up online.

Genesis Women’s Shelter (genesisshelter.org)

Their mission is to give women and children a safe place for shelter, counseling, and necessary items they may be lacking due to unfortunate circumstances.  They need new school supplies, over-the-counter medicine, toiletries, gift certificates, clothes (women’s and children’s), household items, cleaning supplies, office supplies, kitchen supplies; gently used home goods, furniture, clothes (women’s and children’s), baby/toddler items, office furniture, electronics, toys, shoes, accessories, and purses.

To Donate: Drop donations off at Genesis Benefit Thrift Store (3419 Knight St., Dallas) or schedule a pick-up (furniture and large items only).

Habitat for Humanity (dallas-habitat.org)

Their mission is to utilize donated construction goods and volunteers to build homes, revitalize neighborhoods, and create affordable housing opportunities.  They need overstocked items; used, discontinued, and salvageable building materials; new or used home-improvement items; and major appliances.

To Donate: To donate individual/private residential items, contact them at 214-678-2309 or click on link above to schedule a pickup online.

SPCA of Texas (spca.org)

Their mission to to provide animals with quality care and a loving home.  They need towels, blankets, and comforters in any condition; new or used pet accessories and toys; newspapers; cleaning, medical, and office supplies.

To Donate: Drop off goods at one of the SPCA’s two shelter locations (2400 Lone Star Dr., Dallas or 8411 Stacy Rd./FM 720, McKinney).

St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store (svdpthrift.org)

Their mission is to operate a thrift store that services its community and its needs while also providing financial support to the Dallas St. Vincent de Paul Society.  They need gently used clothing, jewelry, small electronic appliances, housewares and decorative items, linens, blankets, indoor and outdoor furniture, toys, art, books, media, and mobile phones.

To Donate:  drop off donations at the thrift store (3052 W. Northwest Highway, Dallas) or schedule a pick-up online.