What Our Donation Bins Accept
What Our Donation Bins Accept
At BGC Big Brothers Big Sisters of Edmonton and Area, we can't thank our amazing donors enough! Your generous and thoughtful donations make a huge impact in our local community! We kindly ask that you please follow a few etiquette guidelines when donating to our clothing bins. Please note that some items cannot be accepted. We appreciate your respect for the items you are giving, as well as those who will be receiving them.
Thank you for being a part of something bigger and making our community a better place!
For all other inquiries related to clothing donation, refer to our clothing donation page.
Criteria for Acceptable Donations:
- Do not leave anything outside of the bins.
- Pack donations in smaller bags for easier deposit into the bin.
- Please tie up bags to protect donations.
- Do not put any breakable items into the clothing bin.
- The donation of items that may create a safety hazard is prohibited. (Including but not limited to paint, garbage, soiled rags, propane tanks, or similar items)
- Please only donate books and textbooks in our designated book bins.
Items We Accept as Donations:
Cloth Items
- Clothing for men, women, and children
- Accessories (belts, hats, scarves, mitts)
- Purses, backpacks, bags, and wallets
- Shoes and boots
- Towels and tablecloths
- Undergarments, nylons, and socks
- Blankets, bedding, and pillows
- Curtains and linens
Small Household Items
- Housewares (dishes, cutlery, cookware)
- Toys, books, games, and video games
- Videos, records, CDs, and DVDs
- Tools (garden and otherwise)
- Small electrical appliances
- Phones, tablets, laptops
- Décor items (frames, candle holders)
- Books
Not Acceptable Donations
- Any furniture
- Boats or cars (motorized or otherwise)
- Baby equipment, mirrors
- Car parts
- Carpet, area rugs, window blinds
- Building materials or paints
- Console TVs, computer monitors, stereos, and full-size pianos
- BBQs and lawnmowers
- Large appliances (stove, washer, etc.)
- Mattresses and box springs
- Encyclopedias & magazines
Questions?
Renew Crew Office
Clothing Donations
Toll Free: 1.855.224.8181 or TEXT: 604.526.2447