
In 1800, We Made 1 Shirt Every 2 Years. Today, We Make 20 Per Person.
226 years of clothing production vs population growth. An interactive visual story showing how we went from 0.5 to 160 billion items per year.
Jan 10, 2026
Find donation centers near you
Your charity donations are community anchors in Mississippi. If you're wondering where to donate clothes, local centers are ready to help. A simple clothes donation can provide vital support.
Local Insight: Hot, humid climate needs lightweight fabrics. Economic challenges create significant ongoing needs.
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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103 MS-145, Aberdeen, MS 39730, USA
172 E Canal St, Aberdeen, MS 39730, USA
297 US-90, Bay St Louis, MS 39520, USA
2 3rd St, Belmont, MS 38827, USA
14491 Lamey Bridge Rd, Biloxi, MS 39532, USA
Burnsville, MS 38833, USA
Old Hwy 72, Mississippi, USA
599 S Tate St, Corinth, MS 38834, USA
609 S Tate St, Corinth, MS 38834, USA
609 S Tate St, Corinth, MS 38834, USA
3609 US-90, Del Rio, TX 78840, USA
1409 S Adams St, Fulton, MS 38843, USA
1409 S Adams St, Fulton, MS 38843, USA
1013 MS-178, Fulton, MS 38843, USA
2715 US-90, Gautier, MS 39553, USA
2967 Old Spanish Trail, Gautier, MS 39553, USA
2971 Old Spanish Trail, Gautier, MS 39553, USA
5302 Gautier Vancleave Rd, Gautier, MS 39553, USA
5508 Gautier Vancleave Rd, Gautier, MS 39553, USA
28140 MS-25, Golden, MS 38847, USA
50004 Splunge Rd, Greenwood Springs, MS 38848, USA
10239 Three Rivers Rd, Gulfport, MS 39503, USA
11548 Dedeaux Rd, Gulfport, MS 39503, USA
15472 Duckworth Rd, Gulfport, MS 39503, USA
16266 Robinson Rd, Gulfport, MS 39503, USA
4408 W Railroad St, Gulfport, MS 39501, USA
615 Battleground Dr, Iuka, MS 38852, USA
615 Battleground Dr, Iuka, MS 38852, USA
17046 MS-603, Kiln, MS 39556, USA
17048 MS-603, Kiln, MS 39556, USA
18593 MS-43, Kiln, MS 39556, USA
18601 MS-43, Kiln, MS 39556, USA
18953 Commission Rd, Long Beach, MS 39560, USA
19192 Commission Rd, Long Beach, MS 39560, USA
5112 Beatline Rd, Long Beach, MS 39560, USA
MS-63, Mississippi, USA
New Albany, MS 38652, USA
3009 Pabst Rd, Ocean Springs, MS 39564, USA
3011 Pabst Rd, Ocean Springs, MS 39564, USA
3176 Bienville Blvd, Ocean Springs, MS 39564, USA
6391 Campbell Rd, Ocean Springs, MS 39564, USA
6436 MS-57, Ocean Springs, MS 39564, USA
416 N Church St, Okolona, MS 38860, USA
499 N Church St, Okolona, MS 38860, USA
499 S Church St, Okolona, MS 38860, USA
1830 E St, Pascagoula, MS 39567, USA
1025 Ridge Rd, Perkinston, MS 39573, USA
1552 Palestine Rd, Picayune, MS 39466, USA
18 Stafford Rd, Picayune, MS 39466, USA
360 MS-26, Poplarville, MS 39470, USA
17067 W Wortham Rd, Saucier, MS 39574, USA
20384 US 49, Saucier, MS 39574, USA
23481 Central Dr, Saucier, MS 39574, USA
1480 MS-25, Tishomingo, MS 38873, USA
13815 Jericho Rd, Vancleave, MS 39565, USA

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