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Where does ClothingDrive.org operate? We coordinate large-scale logistical pickups across multiple states. Our current service footprint includes Washington, Oregon, California, Nevada, New Mexico, Texas, and Florida. If your school, church, or community group is located within these states, our fleet is ready to route a truck to your facility!
How are our organization’s earnings calculated? Your payout is based strictly on the total weight of the items collected, not the number of bags. This weight-based model means your earning potential is truly unlimited. The more your community donates, the more your cause raises!
How quickly do we receive our funds? We pride ourselves on lightning-fast payouts. On the exact day of your pickup, you will receive an email with your certified weight total and a secure request for your payment details. Once you select your preferred method (Zelle, direct ACH transfer, or a mailed check), we issue your payout within just 3-5 days after the payment information is received..
Can we keep track of our past fundraisers? Absolutely! We highly encourage organizers to create a free account directly on our website. Through your secure portal, you can easily track the dates, certified weights, and total earnings of all your past clothing drives in one convenient place.
Is there a minimum collection requirement for a pickup? Yes. To efficiently deploy our trucks and maximize your payout, we require a minimum collection of 50 standard 13-gallon trash bags (or larger).
How far in advance do we need to schedule our drive? We ask for at least a one-week notice to secure your spot on our dispatch route. However, we highly recommend booking as early as possible so your team has ample time to promote the event and hit your collection goals!
Do you pick up on weekends? Yes! We know volunteers are busy, so we offer flexible scheduling. Whether you host your drive on a weekday or a weekend, we will work with you to secure a convenient pickup window to quickly load the truck.
How is our collection weighed? To keep your location clear and ensure a rapid pickup, our drivers load the bags straight into our trucks without weighing them on-site. The official, certified weigh-in happens on our industrial scales the moment the truck arrives at our processing warehouse. Those final results are emailed to you that same afternoon.
What items can our community donate? We accept all clean, dry textiles. Please encourage your community to bring:
Men’s, women’s, and children’s clothing (shirts, pants, jackets, coats)
Paired shoes
Backpacks and purses
Basic linens (towels and bedsheets)
Are there items you do not accept? Yes. Please remind your donors that we strictly cannot process hard goods. We do not accept toys, stuffed animals, books, appliances, rugs, decorative pillows, comforters, or heavy blankets.
What happens to the textiles we collect? Your fundraiser directly fuels a global zero-waste initiative. Usable clothing and shoes are exported to provide affordable apparel options in developing regions worldwide. Items that are no longer wearable are ethically recycled and repurposed into materials like industrial rags or rug backings. By partnering with us, your organization is ensuring thousands of pounds of textile waste stay out of local landfills.
