Why You Should Donate Clothes Instead Of Throwing Them Away
Before you throw away those old clothes you no longer wear, check out these reasons why donating that clothing will make you feel a lot better about yourself.
There’s no denying that some of us have more clothes than we know what to do with. As satisfying as it can be to start fresh by throwing away clothes we no longer need, there’s a much better way to get rid of them. Donating clothes is one of the easiest and most satisfying ways to give back to your community. Let’s explore why you should donate clothes instead of throwing them away.
You Help Your Fellow Humans
The most obvious answer as to why you should donate your clothes rather than toss them is that you help those less fortunate than you. By donating your clothes, you create a supply of quality clothing for people who could otherwise not afford them. Whether you’re donating directly or giving your items to a secondhand shop, those clothes are going to people who don’t have many alternatives.
The Fashion Industry Hurts the Environment
Unfortunately, your clothes don’t just disappear when you throw them in the garbage. They end up in landfills. Many items include fibers that never break down and can harm the soil and air as they sit in landfills. This problem is only exacerbated by fast fashion trends, leading to tons of clothes waste every year. Don’t be a part of the problem—be a part of the solution instead, by donating your clothing so it can continue being useful.
You’ll Feel Better About Yourself
Knowing how much the fashion industry hurts the environment and how useful your clothes can be to other people, you should understand why it’s important to donate. The extra benefit is that it helps you feel good about yourself. Being able to help others as well as the planet is a wonderful thing, and there’s no shame in feeling good for doing it. As long as you do your best to help others whenever possible, you’re allowed to pat yourself on the back.
Donating clothing might seem like one small thing, but it’s those small things that add up to big changes. By doing your part, you can help make the world a little better for everyone living in it.