Nowadays, it is certainly not uncommon to have a wide array of clothing to choose from on a daily basis. After all, clothing consumption is double what it was just a mere 20 or so years ago. And where the average woman living in the United States about a hundred years in the past would … [Read more…]
In January 2015, 564,708 people were homeless on a given night in the U.S. Additionally, about 15% of the homeless population, approximately 83,170, are considered chronically homeless individuals. What can you do to help? Even if you do not have extra funds or a house to offer, there are ways that you can help too. … [Read more…]
When you make donations to organizations such as the American Red Cross, these items are sold in charitable thrift stores that benefit your immediate community as well as other people in need. The profits from these items are used for a variety of local and nationwide programs. Every year, surveys show that 70% of the … [Read more…]
American Red Cross clothing donations make an enormous difference when it comes to raising money for those in need. The American Red Cross is always ready, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. They have been providing relief for families and communities by the way of blankets, food, and shelter for decades and need … [Read more…]
Are you part of the 70%? In a time when Americans are caught up in consumerism, it is easy to stay focused on buying the things that we thing we need, even when our closets and our dresser drawers are already full to the brim. In time like these, are you part of the 70%? … [Read more…]
What makes thrift shops and donation centers so wonderful? Well, it\’s all in the community! Americans donating gently used clothes and furniture has proven to be a phenomenon of epic proportions, creating a domino effect positively impacting the environment, multiple industries and local communities. If you\’ve found yourself browsing at these shops and wondering how … [Read more…]