As the Lunar New Year approaches, it's time to spruce up your home and declutter as much as possible! If you have clothes, books, or even home appliances in good condition, consider donating them to those less fortunate. Check out our curated list of 17 places where you can contribute your preloved or secondhand items for a meaningful cause.
Thryft - Preloved Clothes and Books Donations with Sustainable Shipping
Start off the year with goodwill with Thryft! Kickstarted by students from the National University of Singapore, Thryft offers quality secondhand clothes and books at a fraction of their original price. This online and offline thrift store carries an array of women's wear from brands such as Love, Bonito, UNIQLO, and Nike, as well as men's polo tees. What makes Thryft special, aside from its assortment of clothes, is its vintage and rare books section, where you can find affordable options too.
Apart from decluttering your space and donating your clothes, you can even purchase secondhand clothes or books that are wrapped in sustainable packaging and shipped with carbon-neutral shipping – a testament to their environmentally friendly practices. Credits from donated books and an additional 1% of their profits go to non-profit organisations and initiatives supporting efforts to tackle urgent environmental or social issues.
Cloop - Efficient Clothing Collection Boxes and Textile Recycling Bins
If you have not heard about Cloop, you are in for a lovely surprise! Cleaning out your home of old clothes is made easy and efficient with Cloop’s Collection Boxes and Textile Recycling Bins. Brand-new or pre-loved, clean, high-quality clothes can be dropped into the white Collection Boxes at their HQ on Henderson Road. You can also donate bags, shoes, and accessories in these boxes. These items will be circulated and used for fashion swaps, resale, upcycling, or even donated to other less fortunate individuals.
While their yellow Textile Recycling Bins stand out from their 370+ locations nationwide, you can donate the same items as the Collection Boxes. Still, you can drop more items like belts, hats or caps, and household items such as toys, pillows, and linens into these vibrant boxes. These items will be sorted and reused or recycled internationally. Aside from clearing out your old stuff, you can do your part in helping out the environment!
Refash - Donation and Selling Service for Secondhand Clothes
With Refash, you can efficiently achieve two goals at once — decluttering your wardrobe and earning money in the process! This local fashion re-commerce platform enables you to sell your clothes both online and offline, allowing others to adopt them without breaking the bank. All you need to do is pack your clothes into a bag and drop them off at any outlets — Refash welcomes all brands and sizes!
Each clothing item will undergo a screening process through a manual check by the staff. Within two weeks, they will provide a quotation for your clothes. Items that didn't make the cut will be returned to you, donated, or recycled by the Refash team.
Greensquare - Textile Donation Bins and Convenient Drop-Off Locations
Give your unwanted clothes a new home with Greenspace today! This organisation enthusiastically accepts a variety of items, from stylish clothes and trendy shoes to chic bags, accessories, and even top-notch household linen products. Your well-loved items find a second life and contribute to their mission as the organisation will sell these recyclables to second-hand textile importers in developing countries.
Located conveniently throughout Singapore, Greensquare ensures that donating is hassle-free and stylish with their swanky Textile Donation Bins.
But wait, there's more! Greensquare also goes the extra mile by offering doorstep collection services, making it as easy as a few clicks on our website. They will be ready to pick up your clothes, wearable shoes, and even clean household items like toys!
The Barn - Donations for Men’s Wear, Grooming Items and More
With three outlets islandwide, The Barn is a volunteer-run thrift store that strives to provide secondhand goods in good condition to those in need at an affordable price. Thinking of donating more than clothes? They also accept accessories, household appliances, and other miscellaneous items.
Currently, they are actively seeking donations for migrant workers in Singapore. You can contribute men's clothes and accessories, including shoes, wallets, belts, and umbrellas. They also welcome new grooming items like shavers, soap, toothbrushes, toothpaste, and sports items like badminton rackets and shuttlecocks. Small household items such as fans, rice cookers, and water flasks, among other things, are also great to donate! Feel free to drop off your donations at their outlets in Penjuru or Katong.
SSVP - Appointment-Based Clothes and Household Items Donation
The SSVP Shop exclusively caters to the donation of gently used or nearly new items. The establishment is receptive to a diverse array of stylish contributions, encompassing clothing as well as sophisticated accessories like handbags, sunglasses, and watches. Additionally, donations are welcomed for children's educational toys, innovative electrical devices, handcrafted items, kitchenware, household essentials, and even musical instruments.
Before making a donation, please arrange an appointment for drop-off. It is important to note that the facility can accommodate a maximum of two shopping bags per drop-off due to spatial and logistical limitations. While they are currently not accepting donations, stay tuned for updates on when they resume accepting contributions.
MINDS - Multiple Outlets for Clothing Donations
MINDS is a voluntary welfare organisation with shops selling donated items from the community. You can donate various items such as clothing, shoes, accessories, baby toys, and supplies. Additionally, they accept donations for sports equipment and home appliances.
It's important to note that while there are four outlets in Singapore, the two outlets that exclusively accept donations are located at Margaret Drive and Woodlands. Do take note that you will need to pack the donated items for the staff to check.
Salvation Army - House Collection Services For Bulky Donations
If you are considering making a huge donation, think about donating to the Salvation Army, where they accept clothing, accessories, and toys, as well as bulky items such as desks, beds, and cabinets, all of which should be in great condition! Offering affordable and reasonable prices, these items can be repurposed by other needy families, creating a win-win situation through your donation. Once donated, these items are retailed at five locations, open to needy families and the public, with prices as low as a dollar. Items that aren't retailed will be packed for wholesale exports.
The Salvation Army also provides a service by offering home collection for items that you can't bring down to their drop-off locations. Household items like refrigerators and televisions, among others, can be arranged for pick-up after you contact them via hotline or email to avail of their service. You can also drop off your preloved items at their collection boxes around Singapore.
New2U Thrift Shop - Donating Clothing, Accessories, and Bags to Support Women’s Causes
New2U Thrift Shop, initiated by The Singapore Council of Women's Organisations (SCWO), is dedicated to supporting women's organisations in Singapore. The store channels all profits toward charities providing a safe space for women and girls, fostering equal opportunities in the workforce and personal lives.
The shop accepts various donations, including bags, accessories like jewellery and watches, and collectables. They also welcome toys and board games, expanding their range of contributions. While they are currently not accepting clothing donations, you can still contribute other items to support this worthy cause!
St Isidore Centre - Donated Items Supporting Children in Orphanages
A hub for preloved goods, St Isidore Centre contributes to orphanages with sales of donated items from the public. All earnings from the sales aid in the operation of these orphanages.
During the spring cleaning season, with the assistance of St Isidore Centre, your donated items, such as clothes, shoes, bags, books, and appliances, can make a difference in the lives of the less fortunate. Simply check the quality of the items you would like to donate and drop them off at their headquarters located in Potong Pasir!
For those feeling extra generous, consider sponsoring a Thrift Box, which will be sent from Singapore to the Willing Hearts Orphanage in the Philippines. This box contains foodstuff and pre-loved items donated through our Thrift Shop in Singapore. The items are then sold in the Philippines thrift shop to help raise money for the orphanage's operations.
Fashion Retail Stores
Zara Clothes Collection Programme - Eco-Friendly Used Clothes Donation
While you might have heard of Zara and their luxurious clothes at an affordable price, did you know that they have their own donation program? Called the Zara Clothes Collection Program, the brand aims to help its customers give their used clothing a new lease on life. Aside from clothes, you can even donate accessories and shoes, too, so you can maximise your spring cleaning and decluttering experience.
In collaboration with organisations such as the Red Cross, Metta Welfare Association, and more, Zara will send the donated clothing items to them, where they will be sorted and given to people at risk of social exclusion, sold at secondhand stores, or even recycled! You can check out the nearest Zara store with this program near you via their official website.
UNIQLO All-Product Recycling Initiative - Used UNIQLO Clothes Recycling Programme For A Good Cause
UNIQLO's All-Product Recycling Initiative gathers used clothing from its customers and distributes them to those in need, including refugees and the underprivileged. If you have any gently used UNIQLO clothing, you can contribute by donating them at any UNIQLO store during operating hours. Simply approach one of their staff members at the counter for assistance. For additional details, you can visit the UNIQLO Recycling Programme webpage.
Furthermore, UNIQLO has expanded its sustainability efforts with the Down Recycling Programme. Through this initiative, customers can donate their clothes, and these items will be repurposed into brand-new down jackets.
H&M Garment Collecting Programme - Efficient Clothing Donation with Convenient Drop-Offs
The H&M Garment Collecting programme launched globally in 2013, the world's largest initiative. Addressing sustainability concerns, the Take Care concept is accessible across all online stores, offering valuable insights on extending your clothes' lifespan. Donated garments are meticulously sorted into categories: Rewear for wearable clothes sold as second-hand, Reuse for items transformed into other products, and Recycle for clothes and textiles shredded into fibres for repurposing.
So if you are looking to part ways with your preloved clothes, the Garment Collecting programme presents a straightforward solution. Simply bring your clothes of any brand or condition, hand them in at the counter, and receive a thank-you voucher for your next purchase. It's an easy and rewarding process!
Books
Books Beyond Borders - Donated Books of Various Genres
Books Beyond Borders goes beyond just taking in donations from the community; each curated book donated will be screened and resold in their humble and cosy store near Maxwell MRT. They accept donations of books from various genres, from fiction to thriller. However, they do not accept certain types of books, so you can check more on their official website for details.
Known for its charitable cause as a secondhand bookstore, as of 2023, every purchase you make will help needy girls in Nepal by providing them with scholarships. Books Beyond Borders has also supported classroom projects such as school libraries, STEM labs, classroom materials, and art classes. They have invested over $40,000 in nonprofit partners working with Nepalese students through charitable donations and business profits.
Dignity Mama - Preloved Books Donation For A Cause
Established as a pioneering initiative in 2012, Dignity Mama has evolved into a robust project with four stalls strategically positioned within Singapore hospitals. This is to show their dedication to creating an inclusive space for empowering young adults with disabilities by equipping them with fundamental entrepreneurial skills. The avenue for skill development involves the sale of affordable preloved books, thoughtfully priced to be accessible to everyone.
Contributing to this noble cause is as easy as dropping off your old books, a gesture that can make a meaningful impact. Donation points are conveniently located at Ng Teng Fong Hospital and National University Hospital (Medical Centre). The scope of acceptable donations includes a wide range, spanning children’s books, adult fiction and non-fiction, as well as magazines.
Furniture, home appliances, baby items and more
Its Raining Raincoats - Non-Profit Organisation with Multiple Drop Off Points
If you want to express gratitude to our migrant workers through donations, consider supporting Its Raining Raincoats, a non-profit organisation dedicated to enhancing the welfare of migrant workers in Singapore. Whether you have new or gently used items, such as men's personal items, luggage, furniture, home appliances, electronics, and more, they welcome your contributions. Just make sure the items are in pristine condition and working order.
Conveniently, Its Raining Raincoats has established drop-off locations in Singapore's west, central, and east areas. Alternatively, you can directly coordinate with them to donate bulkier items.
Pass-It-On - Online Platform for Donating Items
Operated by The Helping Hand, Pass-It-On provides a seamless online platform for coordinating the donation of preloved items, spanning a diverse range from clothing to furniture and home appliances. What makes Pass-It-On unique is its collaboration with Voluntary Welfare Organizations (VWOs), ensuring that donated items reach needy individuals.
Here's a breakdown of how it works: you can navigate through their user-friendly platform to explore a wish list featuring specific items requested by those in need. Alternatively, take the initiative by curating your donation and adding items to their list. The entire process, from listing to collection, is efficiently managed by the VWOs, streamlining the donation experience.
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