Want to donate clothing to Western NC? Here’s where & when to drop it off
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Hurricane Helene Aftermath
Hurricane Helene swept across the Southeast, causing major flooding and destruction throughout North Carolina. Here is ongoing coverage from The News & Observer and The Charlotte Observer about Hurricane Helene and the aftermath, particularly in Western North Carolina.
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Cooler temperatures are coming to North Carolina, just as many in the western part of the state are working to rebuild what Helene destroyed.
Organizations, businesses and individuals quickly stepped up, providing monetary help, time, expertise and other supplies.
Many are requesting warm clothing and blankets as temperatures drop, especially in the evenings.
Several readers asked us where they could drop off clothing donations specifically. Here are some places in the Raleigh and Charlotte areas that are collecting clothing donations to send to Western North Carolina.
Where to donate or drop off clothing around Charlotte
▪ A group of local volunteers are spearheading a clothing drive for storm victims called Clothed With Care. Through December, you can drop off new or gently-used clothing, shoes and essential items. Location: 3410 St Vardell Lane, Charlotte.
- The nonprofit A.S.P.I.R.E. Inc. is accepting coats, clothing and hygiene items. Location: 5820 E. W.T. Harris Blvd.
- Satin Hearts Together is collecting gently used clothing in all sizes for men, women and kids. Coats, scarves, shoes and hats are all acceptable, as long as they are clean and in good condition. Clothes will be available to families and individuals affected by Helene during a free shopping event at the store. Location: 2700 Coltsgate Road, Charlotte
Where to donate or drop off clothing around Raleigh
▪ ABODE at Arringdon is collecting donations including washed clothing, blankets, toiletries, hygiene products, water, non-perishable food and pet food through Friday, Oct. 11. Location: 5817 Arringdon Park Drive, Morrisville. Phone: 919-924-0458
▪ Jessica Dillon with Caul Group Residential publicly posted on Facebook that she is collecting items to drop off in areas affected by Helene. Dropoffs accepted until noon on Wednesday, Oct. 9. She is also taking monetary donations and will purchase supplies. Location: 201 Shannon Oaks Circle, Suite 200, Cary. Venmo: @Jessica-Dillon-29
▪ Raleigh Tide Cleaners is accepting gently used clothing to be donated to the Red Cross. Those that donate will receive $10 credit for their Tide Cleaners account to be used for a future dry cleaning and laundry order. Location: 111 Seaboard Ave ste 114, Raleigh.
- Leith Ford is collecting donations through Tuesday, Oct. 15. While used clothes are not accepted, individuals may drop off unopened socks and heavy duty work gloves, among other items. Location: 5300 Rolesville Road, Wendell.
- Clean bedding items and winter clothing — such as pants, jackets, hats, socks and new, unopened underwear — are being accepted at gyms including Archetype West Raleigh/Cary (6601 Hillsborough St., Raleigh), Archetype Raleigh (2011 N. Raleigh Blvd. Unit 103, Raleigh) and Knuckle Up Boxing (714 N. West St., Raleigh).
- The North Carolina National Guard Association is collecting new warm clothing items (with tags) at its office. Donations including hats, gloves, sweatshirts, sweaters and pants for men, women and children may be dropped off between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday-Friday. Location: 7410 Chapel Hill Road, Raleigh
- Galatea Boutique is accepting warm clothing, camping supplies, blankets and sleeping bags. Location: 222 N. Bloodworth St., Raleigh.
- Drop off bottled water, non-perishable food, new and gently used clothing, diapers and other supplies at Sherlocks Glass. Location: 206 Broadway St., Durham (12 p.m.-8 p.m. Monday-Saturday, 12 p.m.-6 p.m. Sunday) and 3801 Hillsborough St., Raleigh (12 p.m.-8 p.m. Monday-Sunday).
▪ Savvi Tuxedos and Bridal Gowns will take donations of clothing, blankets, supplies, pet food and nonperishable items, as well as donations, throughout October. Location: 6220 Glenwood Ave. Raleigh. Phone: 919-783-8911
Did we miss a local clothing drive for storm victims in need around the Charlotte or Raleigh areas? Let us know.
This story was originally published October 4, 2024 at 3:38 PM with the headline "Want to donate clothing to Western NC? Here’s where & when to drop it off."
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