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Hawaii Clothing Drop Off & Donation Boxes
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Goodwill Hawaii has stores on Oahu, Maui, and the Big Island. Salvation Army has a strong presence on Oahu. Donate on the island where you live - shipping between islands is expensive and most orgs can't afford it. Hawaii's high cost of living means thrift stores move inventory fast, so your donations actually sell. Browse the full list below to find a drop-off near you, or use the map to see every location in the state.
Most Needed Items
Lightweight shorts, t-shirts, and sundressesRubber slippers and sandals (flip flops)Rain jackets (windward sides get heavy rain)Children's school uniformsAloha shirts and casual work attire
Quick Tips
- IHS (Institute for Human Services) on Oahu serves Honolulu's homeless population directly. They always accept clothing.
- Hawaii's high income tax rates make the charitable deduction more valuable here than in most states. Keep detailed receipts.
- Skip the heavy winter coats. Lightweight cotton, rain jackets, and rubber slippers are what people actually need here.
Frequently Asked Questions
Institute for Human Services in downtown Honolulu and Goodwill Hawaii in Kapolei are the biggest hubs. Salvation Army has thrift stores in Kaimuki and Kaneohe.
Lightweight cotton - shorts, t-shirts, sundresses, sandals. Aloha shirts and closed-toe shoes are useful for job-seekers in hospitality. Skip the winter coats.
Inter-island shipping is expensive. Best to donate directly to island-based nonprofits. On Maui, try Ka Hale A Ke Ola. On the Big Island, Hope Services Hawaii in Hilo.
Make sure everything is completely clean and dry. Humidity causes mildew fast during storage. Stick to breathable fabrics and rain-resistant layers.
Find Clothing Drop Off Points
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Donation Centers in Hawaii
National Kidney Foundation - Honolulu, HI
1314 S King St STE 1555, Honolulu, HI 96814, USA
(800) 622-9010
ClothingShoesHousehold items
Salvation Army - Hanapepe, HI
4465 Puolo Rd, Hanapepe, HI 96716, USA
(800) 728-7825
ClothingShoesFurniture+3 more
Salvation Army - Hilo, HI
188 Kamehameha Ave, Hilo, HI 96720, USA
(800) 728-7825
ClothingShoesFurniture+3 more
Salvation Army - Honokaa, HI
45 Rickard Pl, Honokaa, HI 96727, USA
(800) 728-7825
ClothingShoesFurniture+3 more
Salvation Army - Honolulu, HI
322 Sumner St, Honolulu, HI 96817, USA
(800) 728-7825
ClothingShoesFurniture+3 more
Salvation Army - Kailua, HI
45 Kailua Rd, Kailua, HI 96734, USA
(800) 728-7825
ClothingShoesFurniture+3 more
Salvation Army - Kailua-Kona, HI
74-5555 Kaiwi St, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740, USA
(800) 728-7825
ClothingShoesFurniture+3 more
Salvation Army - Kihei, HI
105 Hale Kai St, Kihei, HI 96753, USA
(800) 728-7825
ClothingShoesFurniture+3 more
Salvation Army - Lahaina, HI
131 Shaw St, Lahaina, HI 96761, USA
(800) 728-7825
ClothingShoesFurniture+3 more
Salvation Army - Lihue, HI
4291 Rice St, Lihue, HI 96766, USA
(800) 728-7825
ClothingShoesFurniture+3 more
Salvation Army - Wahiawa, HI
435 Kilani Ave, Wahiawa, HI 96786, USA
(800) 728-7825
ClothingShoesFurniture+3 more
Salvation Army - Waipahu, HI
94-925 Waipahu St, Waipahu, HI 96797, USA
(800) 728-7825
ClothingShoesFurniture+3 more
Goodwill - Aiea, HI
98-019 Kamehameha Hwy, Aiea, HI 96701, USA
(800) 466-3945
ClothingShoesAccessories+3 more
Goodwill - Hilo, HI
266 Kanoelehua Ave, Hilo, HI 96720, USA
(800) 466-3945
ClothingShoesAccessories+3 more
Goodwill - Honolulu, HI
1069 S Beretania St, Honolulu, HI 96814, USA
(800) 466-3945
ClothingShoesAccessories+3 more
Goodwill - Honolulu, HI
1075 S Beretania St, Honolulu, HI 96814, USA
(800) 466-3945
ClothingShoesAccessories+3 more
Goodwill - East Honolulu, HI
3638 Waialae Ave, Honolulu, HI 96816, USA
(800) 466-3945
ClothingShoesAccessories+3 more
Goodwill - Honolulu, HI
614 Cooke St #100, Honolulu, HI 96813, USA
(800) 466-3945
ClothingShoesAccessories+3 more
Goodwill - Kahului, HI
250 Alamaha St N9, Kahului, HI 96732, USA
(800) 466-3945
ClothingShoesAccessories+3 more
Goodwill - Kailua, HI
105 Oneawa St, Kailua, HI 96734, USA
(800) 466-3945
ClothingShoesAccessories+3 more
Goodwill - Kailua-Kona, HI
73-4786 Kanalani St, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740, USA
(800) 466-3945
ClothingShoesAccessories+3 more
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