You can donate clothes near you through various options depending on your location:
- In Hamburg, there are clothing donation centers called Kleiderkammern where donated clothes are sorted and given to those in need. Clothes should be in wearable condition, and you can contact the centers to check specific needs
- In Germany, the German Clothing Foundation provides a map of drop-off points and charity stores where you can donate clothes. They also accept parcel donations by mail with free shipping for packages over 5 kg
- In Berlin, there are over 6000 donation bins often near supermarkets, many operated by charities like the Red Cross, Berliner Stadtmission, Diakonie, and Oxfam. You can also donate directly to social organizations such as Berliner Stadtmission’s Kleiderkammer, Caritas, or women’s shelters. Some places prefer seasonal, wearable clothes and have specific needs
- In Bonn, there are numerous aid organizations and municipal textile containers for donating clothes and shoes. These containers are regularly emptied and support social projects
- In the U.S., Planet Aid has over 10,000 donation bins in multiple states where you can drop off clean clothes, shoes, and household textiles. Donations support sustainable community projects and are tax deductible
To find the exact nearest donation point, you can check local charity websites, municipal resources, or use online maps from organizations like the German Clothing Foundation or Planet Aid. If you want to donate a large amount of clothes directly to those in need, contacting local social organizations or shelters is recommended, as they often accept direct donations and distribute them to homeless or vulnerable people
