Donating Clothes
What We Accept and How to Donate Clothing
Donation Requirements
Desert Best Friend's Closet does not provide a pick-up service.
Clothing must be free of snags, holes, rips, and tears. All zippers must work, and all buttons, hooks, and eyes must be intact. We will only accept clean clothing items. Please fold items neatly and package them in bags or boxes for drop off, Monday-Thursday 10:00 am-5:30 pm and Friday 10:00 am-2:00 pm. No appointment is necessary.
Guidelines on Acceptable Clothing
| Acceptable Items for All Identities | Non-Acceptable Items |
|---|---|
| Suit, Sport Coats, Blazers, Dresses | Furniture, Bedding and Housewares |
| Dress Shirts, Dress Pants, Blouses, Skirts | Makeup and Toiletries |
| Better Sportswear for resale in our Boutique | Tee shirts, Pajamas, Bath Robes, Socks |
| Scarves, Jewelry, Belts and Ties | Books, CD’s and Magazines |
| Golf shorts, jeans, polo shirts | Towels |
| Shoes – Gently Worn | Clothes Hangers of Any Kind |
| Purses/Handbags, Briefcases, Wallets | Electronics |
For jewelry and accessories, please clean them before donating by wiping them with cleaning wipes or rubbing alcohol.
If you or someone in your household has been sick with COVID-19, we ask that your refrain from donating your items at this time.
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