Donating clothing is one of the simplest and most meaningful ways to support the community. At Reuse Swap Store, we are deeply grateful for every individual who chooses to share what they have so others can benefit. Our mission has always been to create a space where people in need can access quality clothing with dignity, comfort, and pride.To achieve this, we have set up clear and important donation rules that ensure the items we offer are truly helpful, not harmful.
Before donating, please understand our most important guideline:
We only accept good-condition clothing — no torn, no damaged, no stained, no moldy, and no severely worn-out items.
This rule is essential and non-negotiable. Reuse Swap Store is a charity store, not a garbage disposal point. Our aim is to uplift the community, not to pass on unusable or disrespectful items.
Why Good-Condition Clothing Matters
Many people assume that those in need will accept anything — but that is not true, and it is not fair. Being financially challenged does not mean someone should be wearing torn clothes, broken zippers, shirts with holes, moldy jackets, or pants with stains.
Every individual, regardless of their circumstances, deserves clothing that provides confidence, comfort, and dignity.
At Reuse Swap Store, we believe:
Good clothes bring self-respect.
Clean and presentable clothing improves mental well-being.
Wearing proper, undamaged clothes helps people during job interviews, school activities, and everyday life.
Charity should feel uplifting, not embarrassing.
That is why we strictly prioritize quality over quantity.
What We Accept: Clothing in Good, Wearable Condition
To help donors understand what is suitable, here are the clothing types we welcome:
✔️ Clean, freshly washed clothing
Please ensure the clothes no longer carry smell, dirt, or residue.
✔️ Items in good physical condition
Buyers should still be able to wear them confidently.
✔️ Clothes free from any damage
No holes
No tears
No ripped seams
No broken zippers
No missing buttons
✔️ No stains or discoloration
We cannot accept clothes with permanent marks or heavy stains.
✔️ No mold or damp-smelling items
Mold is hazardous. Moldy clothing must never be donated.
If the clothing is something you would still wear yourself or confidently pass down to a friend, then it is considered an appropriate donation.
What We Cannot Accept
To keep our space clean and safe, and to honor the dignity of the recipients, we apologize that we cannot accept:
❌ Torn clothes
(Even small tears or holes make them unfit for donation.)
❌ Dirty or unwashed items
❌ Clothes with stains
(food stains, oil stains, yellowing, discoloration, etc.)
❌ Moldy or damp-smelling items
❌ Badly damaged clothing
(severely worn-out, stretched, pilling beyond repair)
❌ Items that are obviously meant for disposal
Please kindly understand that when unusable items are donated, volunteers must spend extra time sorting, cleaning, and disposing them, which delays our efforts to help others. It also creates unnecessary waste in our limited charity space.
Our Mission: To Give Only the Best to Those Who Need It Most
The purpose of our store is not to allow others to get rid of their waste — it is to give meaningful, helpful, and wearable items to the community. Every donation should come from a place of sincerity and respect.
When you donate with your heart, you are not just giving clothes —
You are giving confidence.
You are giving comfort.
You are giving dignity.
You are giving hope.
This is why our rule is strongly emphasized:
We only accept good-condition clothing — no torn, no damaged, no stained, no moldy, and no very bad condition items.
Please Remember: Reuse Swap Store Is Not a Garbage Dump
We must kindly remind everyone:
Our store is not the place for you to discard torn clothing.
We are a charity store, not a garbage site.
If an item is truly unusable, please recycle or dispose of it properly at textile bins or recycling centers.
Your cooperation helps keep our space clean, safe, and meaningful for everyone who depends on it.
Together, Let’s Build a Community That Gives With Respect
Thank you to all donors who continue to support our mission and help us spread kindness throughout the community. By following these clothing donation rules, you help us ensure that every person who walks into Reuse Swap Store receives items that truly benefit them.
With your sincerity and love, we can continue to uplift lives — one piece of good clothing at a time. 💛