Find donation centers near you
In Iowa, practical and durable clothes donations are always welcome. If you're wondering where to donate clothes, local charities make it easy. Your secondhand clothes donation supports families throughout the seasons.
Local Insight: Agricultural communities value practical, durable clothing. Harsh winters mean warm gear is essential.
Most donation centers accept gently used clothing, shoes, accessories, and household textiles. Items should be clean, dry, and in good condition. Many centers also accept bags, belts, hats, and linens.
Wash and dry all items before donating. Place clothing in bags or boxes that are easy to transport. Remove any items with stains, tears, or missing buttons. Pair shoes together and fold clothing neatly.
Yes, most charitable organizations provide tax receipts for donations. Ask for a receipt at the time of drop-off, or check if the donation bin has instructions for obtaining one. Keep your receipt for tax purposes.
Generally, donation centers do not accept wet, moldy, or heavily soiled items. Mattresses, car seats, and recalled items are typically refused. Check with the specific organization for their complete list of non-accepted items.
Donations are accepted year-round, but seasonal transitions are ideal times to clean out closets. Many centers have increased needs before winter and at the start of school seasons.
Many centers accept household goods, small appliances, books, toys, and furniture. Accepted items vary by organization, so check their guidelines before dropping off non-clothing items.
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620 Lincoln Way, Ames, IA 50010, USA
703 E Lincoln Way, Ames, IA 50010, USA
801 S Ankeny Blvd, Ankeny, IA 50023, USA
5824 Council St NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402, USA
2808 S 25th St, Clinton, IA 52732, USA
9997 University Ave, Clive, IA 50325, USA
4001 N Brady St, Davenport, IA 52806, USA
4303 N Brady St, Davenport, IA 52806, USA
105 E Euclid Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313, USA
1216 E 25th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317, USA
211 E Court Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309, USA
4353 Merle Hay Rd, Des Moines, IA 50310, USA
4620 SE 14th St, Des Moines, IA 50320, USA
1725 Boyrum St, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA
114 E 3rd St N, Newton, IA 50208, USA
3718 Lincoln Way, Ames, IA 50014, USA
509 N Ankeny Blvd, Ankeny, IA 50023, USA
2333 Cumberland Square Dr, Bettendorf, IA 52722, USA
1504 S Story St, Boone, IA 50036, USA
2000 Scotty Dr, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404, USA
2405 Mt Vernon Rd SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403, USA
2405 Mt Vernon Rd SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403, USA
3235 Oakland Rd NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402, USA
5050 Edgewood Rd NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52411, USA
5520 Council St NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402, USA
5520 Council St NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402, USA
1015 13th Ave N, Clinton, IA 52732, USA
2551 Heartland Pl, Coralville, IA 52241, USA
761 Camp Cardinal Blvd, Coralville, IA 52241, USA
5360 Villa Dr, Davenport, IA 52806, USA
3251 E Euclid Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317, USA
3333 SE 14th St, Des Moines, IA 50320, USA
6345 SE 14th St, Des Moines, IA 50320, USA
4520 NW Urbandale Dr, Des Moines, IA 50322, USA
2005 W Burlington Ave, Fairfield, IA 52556, USA
465 US-6, Geneseo, IL 61254, USA
230 West St, Grinnell, IA 50112, USA
1510 N Jefferson Way, Indianola, IA 50125, USA
1410 S 1st Ave, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA
1410 S 1st Ave, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA
445 US-6, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA
445 US-6, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA
5355 NW 86th St, Johnston, IA 50131, USA
1226 Main St, Keokuk, IA 52632, USA
1954 County Home Rd, Marion, IA 52302, USA
3202 7th Ave, Marion, IA 52302, USA
3202 7th Ave, Marion, IA 52302, USA
100 Lafrentz Dr, Marshalltown, IA 50158, USA
4805 22nd Ave, Moline, IL 61265, USA
715 1st Ave S, Mt Vernon, IA 52314, USA
2001 Cedar Plaza Dr, Muscatine, IA 52761, USA
1118 1st Ave E, Newton, IA 50208, USA
980 W Penn St, North Liberty, IA 52317, USA
200 High Ave W # 1, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA
850 N Quincy Ave, Ottumwa, IA 52501, USA
4664 44th St, Rock Island, IL 61201, USA
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