7 (of the Many!) Toy, Coat & Clothing Donation SItes To Support in Richmond
‘Tis the season of joy and giving, and what better way to get a little joy than by giving back? If you’re looking to pass down some toys your kids don’t play with anymore or some coats and clothing they’ve outgrown (or if you’re really in the spirit and want to donate new options), RVA has plenty of places to drop them off. So, this season, let’s clear some space (in your closets or wallets!), make some donations, and spread some cheer.
— by Alie McArdle, Contributing Writer (and the brains behind Ink & Influence. Follow her biz @_inkandinfluence!)
Puritan Cleaners
The DL from Puritan Cleaners itself: “While we need all warm coats, we especially need kids’ coats. Our team at Puritan Cleaners will clean and repair each donated coat before delivering it to the Salvation Army to be distributed to local families in need.”
Drop-off hours: Found here
Caring Closet
Caring Closet accepts gently used kids clothing and is a part of UMFS, a Virginia nonprofit that provides foster care, residential treatment, and other services for children and families.
Drop-off hours: Found here
Bon Secours: Noah’s Children
Noah’s Children is a program of Bon Secours and is Central Virginia’s only pediatric palliative and hospice care organization.
The DL from Noah’s Children itself: “Extra Attic will be collecting toys for the patients of Noah's Children. Bring a new and unwrapped toy to any of Extra Attic's four locations and help make the holidays a little brighter for a child this holiday season.”
Drop-off hours: Found here
Toys For Tots
Toys For Tots is a program that collects new toys for less fortunate children so they can experience the magic of the holidays.
Drop-off hours: Found here
Dress For Success
Dress For Success helps low-income women by providing a network of support, professional attire, and the development tools to help them thrive in work and in life. Donations for professional clothing is needed, but please keep in mind that an appointment is required to donate, and there are limitations to how many items they can accept.
Drop-off hours: Found here
Mercy Mall
Mercy Mall is a free boutique serving individuals and families who are experiencing crisis situations. An appointment is required for drop-offs, and you can find a list of items needed here.
Drop-off hours: Found here
Tee Care 4U Academy
Tee Care 4U Academy is collecting new toy donations for families facing layoffs, financial challenges, or recession concerns. They serve Henrico and Southside, and they do not accept used toys — please only donate new items.
Drop-off hours: Found here
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