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Iowa Clothing Drop Off & Donation Boxes
Search drop-off locations, get directions, donate today
Goodwill of the Heartland covers Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, Iowa City, and surrounding areas. Salvation Army is strong in the larger cities too. Stuff Etc. is a solid Iowa-based alternative with locations in Iowa City and Cedar Rapids. Rural counties depend on churches and community groups. Subzero winters mean warm gear is always in short supply. 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
Insulated winter coats and snow pantsThermal base layers and wool socksSturdy work bootsChildren's winter gear (coats, hats, mittens)Durable jeans and canvas pants
Quick Tips
- Stuff Etc. consigns your items and donates unsold goods to charity. Locations in Iowa City, Cedar Rapids, and Coralville.
- Donation centers start running low on coats by late October. Donate warm gear early in the season.
- Goodwill of the Heartland offers free pickup in some areas for large loads. Check their site for zip code eligibility.
Frequently Asked Questions
Goodwill of Central Iowa has multiple locations. Salvation Army and DMARC (which also accepts clothing through its food pantry network) are other solid options.
Insulated coats, waterproof boots, thermal layers, and wool socks. Kids' winter gear is the hardest to keep in stock since children outgrow it so fast.
Meatpacking towns like Marshalltown and Storm Lake have significant immigrant populations. Catholic Charities and the Iowa International Center both serve these communities and need work clothing and warm layers.
Yes. Iowa allows itemized deductions that mirror federal rules, so your donation can reduce both your federal and Iowa state tax bills. Keep your receipt.
Find Clothing Drop Off Points
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Donation Centers in Iowa
Salvation Army - Ames, IA
620 Lincoln Way, Ames, IA 50010, USA
(800) 728-7825
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Salvation Army - Ames, IA
703 E Lincoln Way, Ames, IA 50010, USA
(800) 728-7825
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Salvation Army - Ankeny, IA
801 S Ankeny Blvd, Ankeny, IA 50023, USA
(800) 728-7825
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Salvation Army - Cedar Rapids, IA
5824 Council St NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402, USA
(800) 728-7825
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Salvation Army - Clinton, IA
2808 S 25th St, Clinton, IA 52732, USA
(800) 728-7825
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Salvation Army - Clive, IA
9997 University Ave, Clive, IA 50325, USA
(800) 728-7825
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Salvation Army - Davenport, IA
4001 N Brady St, Davenport, IA 52806, USA
(800) 728-7825
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Salvation Army - Davenport, IA
4303 N Brady St, Davenport, IA 52806, USA
(800) 728-7825
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Salvation Army - Des Moines, IA
105 E Euclid Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313, USA
(800) 728-7825
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Salvation Army - Des Moines, IA
1216 E 25th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317, USA
(800) 728-7825
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Salvation Army - Des Moines, IA
211 E Court Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309, USA
(800) 728-7825
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Salvation Army - Des Moines, IA
4353 Merle Hay Rd, Des Moines, IA 50310, USA
(800) 728-7825
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Salvation Army - Des Moines, IA
4620 SE 14th St, Des Moines, IA 50320, USA
(800) 728-7825
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Salvation Army - Iowa City, IA
1725 Boyrum St, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA
(800) 728-7825
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Salvation Army - Newton, IA
114 E 3rd St N, Newton, IA 50208, USA
(800) 728-7825
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Goodwill - Ames, IA
3718 Lincoln Way, Ames, IA 50014, USA
(800) 466-3945
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Goodwill - Ankeny, IA
509 N Ankeny Blvd, Ankeny, IA 50023, USA
(800) 466-3945
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Goodwill - Bettendorf, IA
2333 Cumberland Square Dr, Bettendorf, IA 52722, USA
(800) 466-3945
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Goodwill - Boone, IA
1504 S Story St, Boone, IA 50036, USA
(800) 466-3945
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Goodwill - Cedar Rapids, IA
2000 Scotty Dr, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404, USA
(800) 466-3945
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Goodwill - Cedar Rapids, IA
2405 Mt Vernon Rd SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403, USA
(800) 466-3945
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Goodwill - Cedar Rapids, IA
2405 Mt Vernon Rd SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403, USA
(800) 466-3945
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Goodwill - Cedar Rapids, IA
3235 Oakland Rd NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402, USA
(800) 466-3945
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Goodwill - Cedar Rapids, IA
5050 Edgewood Rd NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52411, USA
(800) 466-3945
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Goodwill - Cedar Rapids, IA
5520 Council St NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402, USA
(800) 466-3945
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Goodwill - Cedar Rapids, IA
5520 Council St NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402, USA
(800) 466-3945
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Goodwill - Clinton, IA
1015 13th Ave N, Clinton, IA 52732, USA
(800) 466-3945
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Goodwill - Coralville, IA
2551 Heartland Pl, Coralville, IA 52241, USA
(800) 466-3945
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Goodwill - Coralville, IA
761 Camp Cardinal Blvd, Coralville, IA 52241, USA
(800) 466-3945
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Goodwill - Davenport, IA
5360 Villa Dr, Davenport, IA 52806, USA
(800) 466-3945
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Goodwill - Des Moines, IA
3251 E Euclid Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317, USA
(800) 466-3945
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Goodwill - Des Moines, IA
3333 SE 14th St, Des Moines, IA 50320, USA
(800) 466-3945
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Goodwill - Des Moines, IA
6345 SE 14th St, Des Moines, IA 50320, USA
(800) 466-3945
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Goodwill - Des Moines, IA
4520 NW Urbandale Dr, Des Moines, IA 50322, USA
(800) 466-3945
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Goodwill - Fairfield, IA
2005 W Burlington Ave, Fairfield, IA 52556, USA
(800) 466-3945
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Goodwill - Geneseo, IA
465 US-6, Geneseo, IL 61254, USA
(800) 466-3945
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Goodwill - Grinnell, IA
230 West St, Grinnell, IA 50112, USA
(800) 466-3945
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Goodwill - Indianola, IA
1510 N Jefferson Way, Indianola, IA 50125, USA
(800) 466-3945
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Goodwill - Iowa City, IA
1410 S 1st Ave, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA
(800) 466-3945
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Goodwill - Iowa City, IA
1410 S 1st Ave, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA
(800) 466-3945
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Goodwill - Iowa City, IA
445 US-6, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA
(800) 466-3945
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Goodwill - Iowa City, IA
445 US-6, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA
(800) 466-3945
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Goodwill - Johnston, IA
5355 NW 86th St, Johnston, IA 50131, USA
(800) 466-3945
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Goodwill - Keokuk, IA
1226 Main St, Keokuk, IA 52632, USA
(800) 466-3945
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Goodwill - Marion, IA
1954 County Home Rd, Marion, IA 52302, USA
(800) 466-3945
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Goodwill - Marion, IA
3202 7th Ave, Marion, IA 52302, USA
(800) 466-3945
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Goodwill - Marion, IA
3202 7th Ave, Marion, IA 52302, USA
(800) 466-3945
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Goodwill - Marshalltown, IA
100 Lafrentz Dr, Marshalltown, IA 50158, USA
(800) 466-3945
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Goodwill - Moline, IA
4805 22nd Ave, Moline, IL 61265, USA
(800) 466-3945
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Goodwill - Mt Vernon, IA
715 1st Ave S, Mt Vernon, IA 52314, USA
(800) 466-3945
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Goodwill - Muscatine, IA
2001 Cedar Plaza Dr, Muscatine, IA 52761, USA
(800) 466-3945
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Goodwill - Newton, IA
1118 1st Ave E, Newton, IA 50208, USA
(800) 466-3945
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Goodwill - North Liberty, IA
980 W Penn St, North Liberty, IA 52317, USA
(800) 466-3945
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Goodwill - Oskaloosa, IA
200 High Ave W # 1, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA
(800) 466-3945
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Goodwill - Ottumwa, IA
850 N Quincy Ave, Ottumwa, IA 52501, USA
(800) 466-3945
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Goodwill - Rock Island, IA
4664 44th St, Rock Island, IL 61201, USA
(800) 466-3945
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