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Cull the Clutter: Donation Resources in Hong Kong

Cull the Clutter: Donation Resources in Hong Kong
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It’s no secret that our tiny apartments in Hong Kong can accumulate a whole lot over the years… Especially if you have toddlers growing up at the speed of lightening, with clothes or shoes that have been worn once or twice… and in some cases, not at all!

This year, why not take the opportunity to do some proper cleaning and sort through everything from clothing to toys to books to even furniture and electronics and donate or sell these pieces to some pretty stellar charities and non-profit organisations that will benefit many who are less fortunate. It’s also worth checking out this (free!) social sharing app, Enrich Others, enabling people to gift away their unwanted possessions to members of their community in a clear and effective way.

So here’s our updated, new and improved list of places (in alphabetical order!) that you can donate your items to so they can get a second life through some worthwhile causes and consignment places.

2nd Chance Hong Kong

A platform for people to buy and sell quality second hand furnishings and accessories at a reasonable prices was dreamt up by husband and wife duo in early 2006. Since then, 2nd Chance has given many great pieces of furniture new homes. Contact them through email to sell unwanted furniture or to buy new pieces.

What you can sell: Furniture and home accessories.

2nd Chance, Unit 14, 2/F, Kin Fat Industrial Centre, 13 Kin Fat Street, Tuen Mun, 2496 1222, www.2ndchance.com.hk

Caritas Community Centre

The official social service agency of the Catholic Church in Hong Kong, Caritas focuses on the needs of the ‘3 Ls’ – the last, the least and the lost. They firmly believe in giving people a second chance. Support their wonderful program and drop off your items at their door.

What you can donate: All wearable clothing and toys.

Caritas Community Centre, 2/F, Caritas House, 2-8 Caine Road, Mid-Levels, Hong Kong, 2843 4652, www.caritas.org.hk

Cull the Clutter: Donation Resources in Hong Kong

Christian Action

Having been around for over 50 years, Christian Action is the only comprehensive provider of services to ethnic minorities, refugees, asylum seekers and foreign domestic helpers. Their Green Collection Charity Drive will take anything that can be worn again. Call them at 2456 2220 and arrange a pick up right at your door. If you have a lot to give, they’ll even pick up your items for free.

What you can donate: All wearable clothing, books, baby items and toys.

Christian Action, 2 Kwun Tong Road, Choi Hung, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 2456 2220, www.christian-action.org.hk

Crossroads Foundation

The long standing NGO, Crossroads is no stranger to Hong Kong. They have been helping people in the community and all over the world for over 20 years. Although they have recently downsized their facility due to rezoning, they are still in the business of connecting those who are in need with those who can provide help. They accept all forms of re-wearables, which then go into their Global Distribution Program. Half of the distributed goods go to cases sponsored by the Social Welfare Department, and the other half are designated for foreign countries. Call them for a pick up, mail in or drop off at their door, but note, since it can sometimes take a few weeks to arrange their pickup service, you may be best off hiring a man with a van.

What you can donate: All wearable clothing, all electrical appliances, furniture and household goods, baby items and toys (changing tables, cots and high chairs, and strollers, etc. are always needed.)

Crossroads Foundation, Crossroads Village, 2 Castle Peak Road, Tuen Mun, Hong Kong, 2984 9309, www.crossroads.org.hk

Friends of the Earth

Friends of the Earth launched the Used Clothes Recycling Program in 2001, which collects all sorts of textile products: used clothes, shoes, bed sheets and handbags. Re-wearables are exported to neighbouring countries while the worn out pieces are turned into wipers for industrial use. Nothing goes to waste! They have many collection points all over Hong Kong. Check out their website and find the one closest to you.

What you can donate: All wearable clothing, shoes, bedding, handbags.

Friends of the Earth, 2528 5588, www.foe.org.hk

Cull the Clutter: Donation Resources in Hong Kong

Hong Kong Federation of Handicapped Youth

Established in 1970, this government organisation helps people with disabilities. Second-hand clothing and books will be most helpful to these young people. Drop your items off at the Federation’s address.

What you can donate: All wearable clothing and books (for young adults)

Hong Kong Federation of Handicapped Youth, G/F, 16-21 Wan Kei House, Wang Tau Hom Estate, Wong Tai Sin, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 2388 5111, www.hkfhy.org.hk

Hong Kong Salvation Army

The Salvation Army is one of the most established organisations for recycling goods. Some of the collected items go to those in need, such as the elderly, street sleepers and ex-prisoners; the rest go to the Salvation Army’s retail chain, sold with discount. They accept all re-wearables (but note they do not accept towels and underwear.) For bigger items such as TV sets, refrigerators and other appliances give them a call and they’ll arrange a pick-up. There are more than 200 collection boxes through Hong Kong. Check their website for locations of donation boxes and stores near you.

What you can donate: All wearable clothing and electrical appliances.

Hong Kong Salvation Army, donate through collection boxes or one of their multiple collection centres if quantity is 5 large bags or more. 2572 2879, www.salvation.org.hk

Kids4Kids

We love when our kids can get involved with the process of giving back. Sharing For A Cause (SFAC) is a student-led donation campaign under Kids4Kids’ Youth Empowerment Program who’s mission is to alleviate invisible poverty by collecting from those with many and donating to those without. They’ve donated everything from books to stationery to sport equipment, household appliances and toys. Each year, the students decide what items are needed.

What you can donate: Check out their website for their current donation list.

Kids4Kids, Unit A-D, 16/F, Tak Lee Commercial Building, 113-117 Wan Chai Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong, 3618 6811, www.kids4kids.org.hk

Cull the Clutter: Donation Resources in Hong Kong

Mother’s Choice

Mother’s Choice provides care for babies awaiting permanent homes, and for single girls and their families facing crisis pregnancies. While their specific needs are always changing, they are often looking for new or good condition baby items like clothes, toys, bibs as well as electrical appliances including personal computers, air conditioners, cameras and more. Give them a call to learn more or visit their site here to see their needs.

What you can donate: Good condition baby items, toys and electrical appliances.

Mother’s Choice, 10 Borrett Road, Mid-Levels, Hong Kong, 3915 5710, [email protected], www.motherschoice.org

Oxfam

Founded in the UK in 1942, Oxfam is one of the oldest humanitarian organisations. Proceeds from The Oxfam Shop go towards humanitarian projects around the world. Call them to arrange for your items to be dropped off.

What you can donate: All wearable clothing, handbags, Fair Trade products, small home appliances and books.

Oxfam, LG8, Jardine House, 1 Connaught Place, Central, Hong Kong, 2522 1765, www.oxfam.org.hk

Pathfinders

Since their founding in 2008, Pathfinders has helped over 4,800 migrant women and children in Hong Kong through their social welfare, health care services and more. Ensuring that each woman and child is treated with respect and has access to basic resources, this organization accepts donations that could be used by babies and moms alike.

What you can donate: Baby clothing (newborn to 2 years of age), blankets, carriers and maternity clothes.

Pathfinders, Unit 2D, 2/F, Worldwide Centre, 123 Tung Chau Street, Tai Kok Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 5500 5486, http://www.pathfinders.org.hk/

Cull the Clutter: Donation Resources in Hong Kong

Po Leung Kuk Orphanage

Po Leung Kuk provides welfare, educational and cultural services to their young community. This charitable organisation provides support for orphaned children, education and other services. Donations-in-kind to fulfil the basic needs of their service recipients, particularly children, the elderly and low-income families are always needed. Drop off your items at their door, your donations will go towards young people in need.

What you can donate: All wearable clothing, electrical appliances, computers, stationery, toys, baby items, household accessories and cookware.

Po Leung Kuk Orphanage, 66 Leighton Road, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong, 2277 8888, www.poleungkuk.org.hk

Remar Hong Kong

A Christian charity dedicated to helping drug addicts, the homeless and other people in need. Remar Hong Kong has a large warehouse and are able to take your larger electrical appliances and furniture. Call or email them to arrange a pick-up (with charges for their assistance and travel).

What can you donate: Large electrical appliances and furniture.

Remar Hong Kong, 3193 4919, [email protected], www.remarhk.com

Retykle

Retykle accepts and sells high-end kiddo’s clothing (from 0 – 10 years) with a simple click on their online store. Every time someone purchases one of your pieces, you’ll be notified via email that a payment was made to your PayPal account. What’s great about this transaction is that you can purge some of your quality pieces and make a little money on the side!

What you can sell: All new or gently used children’s clothing (0 – 10 years). Check their website for approved brands.

Retykle, free pick-ups or drop off at 6/F, Unit 611, Remex Centre, 42 Wong Chuk Hang Road, Wong Chuk Hang, Hong Kong, 35946533, [email protected]www.retykle.com

St. James’ Settlement

These folks run a number of charity projects, including day care and donation services for the elderly. St. James’ Settlement also runs a number of charity projects, including a food bank for the elderly. Drop off canned or dry food which have an expiry date more than 8 weeks away.

What can you donate: All wearable clothing, small electrical appliances and canned or dry food items.

St. James’ Settlement, 85 Stone Nullah Lane, Wan Chai, Hong Kong, 2574 5201, www.sjs.org.hk

Vision First

Advocates of human rights for refugees, Vision First strengthens these individuals with knowledge, skills and support to address their challenges and concerns. What better way to support than by providing them with basic necessities that they otherwise wouldn’t have?

What you can donate: Octopus cards, SIM cards, blankets and bedding, winter clothing, shoes, dry food and more.

Vision First, 5F, 102 First Street, Sai Ying Pun, Hong Kong, www.vfnow.org 

Castaways Charity Shop

You can find Castaways Charity Shop inside St John’s Cathedral in Central. It’s run by the CLARES women’s network and all profits go to small locally based charities. Donation days are Wednesday and Saturday mornings.

What you can donate:  Clothing (including shoes and handbags), books and household linens.

Castaways Charity ShopSt John’s Cathedral, 4-8 Garden Road, Central, Hong Kong, www.stjohnscathedral.org.hk

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