Why there is a need for clothing banks in the UK
Where is my local clothing bank? Did you know that the UK is the third largest apparel and footwear market in the world? We come in just behind China and the United States of America by spending around £45billion on clothing and textiles every year. Most of us will...
How to help the environment through recycling
Recycling is the way forward in helping the environment by reducing waste, conserving resources, and minimising pollution. There is no doubt that this summer, so far, has seen some very strange weather fronts across the globe. Global warming is definitely hotting up...
Do you need new ways to raise money for your charity?
Post-Covid, the charity sector is still trying to recover, so the team at Recycled Clothing Banks has come up with a few fresh ideas for raising much-needed funds. As we know, the charity sector is immensely diverse; some are tiny and entirely reliant on volunteers...
Did you know that textiles recycling can earn you money?
Rather than your pre-loved textiles ending up in landfill there are a number of great ways to re-use them. Here at Recycled Clothing Banks we work with many different private and public organisations to help keep unwanted textiles out of landfill sites. We enjoy great...
How you can help our homeless community during the winter
It may well be May now and relatively summery outside, but it won’t be long before the colder months are back and these come around all too soon for the homeless people on our streets. You may be wondering why we are writing a blog so early about winter but this is...
Did you know you can get paid to help save the planet?
Why not start a community textiles recycling initiative to raise funds? Pre-loved – Re-claimed – Re-purposed – Upcycled – Salvaged – Regenerate – Recycle. Call it what you will, it all helps to keep our everyday items such as clothing, shoes and household textiles out...
How to earn cash for clothes in your community
Recycled Clothing Banks can provide you with a FREE personalised textiles recycling bin which can boost your fundraising by up to £400 per tonne. Have you ever wondered how to earn cash for clothes in your community without having to individually list items on online...
How recycling clothes can help the planet
But some fashion brands are adopting the ‘greenwashing’ approach. Despite the current cost of living crisis and the slow economic recovery from Covid, consumers are still shopping and buying fast fashion products. The textile industry has an extremely important role...
Is there a clothes bank near me?
When it comes to throwing away your old clothing, unless you recycle them, they will end up in landfill. Humans have been disposing of rubbish in the same way for thousands and thousands of years: dig a big hole and bury leftovers in the ground. Quite exciting for...
How you can help to support charities through textiles donations
Did you know that donating to charity is a major mood-booster? Simply knowing you are helping others is hugely rewarding and can make you feel happier and more fulfilled. Research shows a link between making a donation to charity and increased activity in the area of...