We have updated our handy list of DFW charities that depend on donations of gently used clothing and household goods.  As you are cleaning out your closet, garage or attic this fall, you can use this list to find an amazing organization to take most (if not all) of the things you no longer want or need.

Children’s Advocacy Center of Collin County (caccollincounty.org)

Their goal is to provide comprehensive, accessible, free services for 100 percent of children and families in Collin County impacted by or at risk of child abuse or neglect.

To Donate: Information for donation locations and dropboxes are available online, or schedule a pick-up via their website (click link provided above).

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).

Operation Kindness (donateforkindness.org)

Founded in 1976, Operation Kindness is the oldest and largest no-kill shelter in North Texas. They have saved more than 55,000 animals since inception. Operation Kindness is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and receives no government funding. All of their income comes from donations from individuals and businesses, adoptions, fundraising events and the sale of pet-related merchandise.

To Donate: As a general rule, they accept anything that one person can carry, with a few exceptions.  Contact them at 972-438-KIND or click on link above to schedule a pickup online.

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.