Find donation centers near you
The unique cultural attractions in Tennessee create a need for diverse clothing donations. Wondering where to donate? Your secondhand clothes, from concert attire to outdoor gear, can make a difference.
Local Insight: Music cities have unique fashion culture. Outdoor recreation in the Smokies needs hiking gear.
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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3714 Andersonville Hwy, Andersonville, TN 37705, USA
1511 Congress Pkwy S, Athens, TN 37303, USA
1613 W Madison Ave, Athens, TN 37303, USA
2603 Congress Pkwy S, Athens, TN 37303, USA
2007 Broad St, Chattanooga, TN 37408, USA
248 Northgate Mall Dr, Chattanooga, TN 37415, USA
248 Northgate Mall Dr, Chattanooga, TN 37415, USA
3029 Ringgold Rd, Chattanooga, TN 37412, USA
303 Browns Ferry Rd, Chattanooga, TN 37419, USA
3315 Hixson Pike, Chattanooga, TN 37415, USA
3403 Jenkins Rd, Chattanooga, TN 37421, USA
3550 Cummings Hwy, Chattanooga, TN 37419, USA
4408 TN-58, Chattanooga, TN 37416, USA
4508 Bonny Oaks Dr, Chattanooga, TN 37416, USA
4995 Alpha Ln, Chattanooga, TN 37415, USA
5822 Lee Hwy., Chattanooga, TN 37421, USA
6435 Lee Hwy., Chattanooga, TN 37421, USA
1475 Gadd Rd, Hixson, TN 37343, USA
2124 Northpoint Blvd, Hixson, TN 37343, USA
2130 Northpoint Blvd, Hixson, TN 37343, USA
2142 Northpoint Blvd, Hixson, TN 37343, USA
2146 Northpoint Blvd, Hixson, TN 37343, USA
5010 Alpha Ln, Hixson, TN 37343, USA
6402 Hixson Pike, Hixson, TN 37343, USA
2221 Spring Place Rd SE, Cleveland, TN 37323, USA
2303 N Ocoee St, Cleveland, TN 37311, USA
2508 Keith St NW, Cleveland, TN 37312, USA
2550 Westside Dr NW, Cleveland, TN 37312, USA
4375 Keith St NW, Cleveland, TN 37312, USA
5432 Waterlevel Hwy, Cleveland, TN 37323, USA
6300 N Lee Hwy, Cleveland, TN 37312, USA
185 Clinch Ave, Clinton, TN 37716, USA
443 Hicks Cir, Clinton, TN 37716, USA
444 Hicks Cir, Clinton, TN 37716, USA
3697 Rhea County Hwy, Dayton, TN 37321, USA
4537 Rhea County Hwy, Dayton, TN 37321, USA
1942 TN-46, Dickson, TN 37055, USA
593 TN-46, Dickson, TN 37055, USA
140 Cherry St, Dunlap, TN 37327, USA
6401 TN-28, Dunlap, TN 37327, USA
4101 Ringgold Rd, East Ridge, TN 37412, USA
105 Co Rd 576, Englewood, TN 37329, USA
231 Pennsylvania Ave, Etowah, TN 37331, USA
231 Pennsylvania Ave, Etowah, TN 37331, USA
6651 US-411, Greenback, TN 37742, USA
TN-156, Guild, TN 37340, USA
6308 TN-58, Harrison, TN 37341, USA
3361 Main St, Jasper, TN 37347, USA
165 Main St, Kimball, TN 37347, USA
10760 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37934, USA
10784 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37934, USA
1325 E Beaver Creek Dr, Knoxville, TN 37918, USA
2014 W Governor John Sevier Hwy, Knoxville, TN 37920, USA
2924 Asbury Rd, Knoxville, TN 37914, USA
5306 N Broadway St, Knoxville, TN 37918, USA
5504 Wallwood Rd, Knoxville, TN 37912, USA
5515 Strawberry Plains Pike, Knoxville, TN 37914, USA
613 Tipton Station Rd, Knoxville, TN 37920, USA
6409 Chapman Hwy, Knoxville, TN 37920, USA
6735 Chapman Hwy, Knoxville, TN 37920, USA
1020 Murfreesboro Rd, Lebanon, TN 37090, USA
1137 N Castle Heights Ave, Lebanon, TN 37087, USA
1137 Sparta Pike, Lebanon, TN 37087, USA
201 W Main St, Lebanon, TN 37087, USA
1631 McMinnville Hwy, Manchester, TN 37355, USA
21 Interstate Dr, Manchester, TN 37355, USA
2352 Hillsboro Hwy, Manchester, TN 37355, USA
6735 Murfreesboro Hwy, Manchester, TN 37355, USA
1116 E Broadway Ave, Maryville, TN 37804, USA
1225 William Blount Dr, Maryville, TN 37801, USA
1402 Oleary Ln, Maryville, TN 37803, USA
2729 US-411, Maryville, TN 37801, USA
5005 US-411, Maryville, TN 37801, USA
609 E Broadway Ave, Maryville, TN 37804, USA
1820 W Morris Blvd, Morristown, TN 37813, USA
1824 Old Fort Pkwy, Murfreesboro, TN 37129, USA
1935 S Church St, Murfreesboro, TN 37130, USA
2010 E Main St, Murfreesboro, TN 37130, USA
2880 S Rutherford Blvd, Murfreesboro, TN 37130, USA
574 W Jefferson Pike, Murfreesboro, TN 37129, USA
6044 Lebanon Rd, Murfreesboro, TN 37129, USA
2789 Murfreesboro Pike, Antioch, TN 37013, USA
3679 Murfreesboro Pike, Antioch, TN 37013, USA
3441 Lebanon Pike, Hermitage, TN 37076, USA
4201 Lebanon Pike, Hermitage, TN 37076, USA
5108 Old Hickory Blvd, Hermitage, TN 37076, USA
1248 Gallatin Pike S, Madison, TN 37115, USA
1451 Donelson Pike, Nashville, TN 37217, USA
14910 Old Hickory Blvd, Nashville, TN 37211, USA
1801 12th Ave S, Nashville, TN 37203, USA
3407 Gallatin Pike, Nashville, TN 37216, USA
591 W Trinity Ln, Nashville, TN 37207, USA
1480 Robinson Rd, Old Hickory, TN 37138, USA
1020 Oak Ridge Turnpike, Oak Ridge, TN 37830, USA
550 Oak Ridge Turnpike, Oak Ridge, TN 37830, USA
3845 US-411, Ocoee, TN 37361, USA
4147 US-411, Ocoee, TN 37361, USA
1922 E Raccoon Valley Dr, Powell, TN 37849, USA
11941 Chapman Hwy, Seymour, TN 37865, USA
1219 Hazelwood Dr, Smyrna, TN 37167, USA
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