
2026 Donation Trends: What Charities Need Most This Year
New year, new needs. Here's what donation centers are asking for in 2026.
Jan 4, 2026
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2,661 donation centers
Planet Aid is a nonprofit organization that collects and recycles used clothing and shoes. They operate thousands of yellow donation bins across the United States and use proceeds to support development projects worldwide.
2,475 donation centers
Goodwill Industries International is one of the world's largest nonprofit providers of education, training, and career services for people with disabilities, those who lack job training, and others facing challenges to finding employment.
1,427 donation centers
The Salvation Army is an international Christian organization that offers community programs and services, disaster relief, and operates thrift stores. They use proceeds from donations to fund rehabilitation programs and social services.
1,147 donation centers
America's Thrift Stores is a for-profit thrift retailer that partners with nonprofit organizations, providing them funding based on the weight of donated goods received.
491 donation centers
Big Brothers Big Sisters is a nonprofit organization that operates mentoring programs for youth. They accept donations to fund their mission of creating and supporting one-to-one mentoring relationships.
476 donation centers
Hearts for the Homeless provides mobile food services, clothing, and essential supplies to people experiencing homelessness. They operate mobile food trucks and accept donations to support their mission.
360 donation centers
Charity Clothing Pickup provides convenient home pickup services for clothing donations, partnering with various charitable organizations to support community programs.
357 donation centers
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul is a Catholic lay organization that serves the poor. Their thrift stores provide affordable goods while funding programs that assist people in need.
188 donation centers
Savers (also known as Value Village and Unique) is a for-profit thrift store chain that partners with nonprofit organizations. They purchase donated goods from nonprofits, providing them with funding for their programs.
92 donation centers
Arc Thrift Stores support The Arc, a nonprofit serving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Proceeds from thrift store sales fund programs, services, and advocacy.
84 donation centers
Dress for Success is an international nonprofit that empowers women to achieve economic independence by providing professional attire, career development tools, and a support network.
77 donation centers
Professional Recyclers Oklahoma collects and recycles textiles, providing an environmentally responsible way to dispose of clothing and textile items.
71 donation centers
Disabled American Veterans (DAV) is a nonprofit charity that provides support to disabled veterans and their families. They operate donation pickup services and thrift stores to fund their programs.
66 donation centers
The American Red Cross is a humanitarian organization that provides emergency assistance, disaster relief, and education. Their thrift stores help fund their mission of preventing and alleviating human suffering.
65 donation centers
Northwest Center operates Big Blue Truck donation pickup services in the Pacific Northwest. Proceeds support programs for people with disabilities.
53 donation centers
The Epilepsy Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting people affected by epilepsy and seizures. They accept donations to fund research, education, and support services.
41 donation centers
USAgain is a textile recycling company that collects used clothing and shoes through donation bins. They sort and redistribute items for reuse and recycling, diverting textiles from landfills.
30 donation centers
The National Kidney Foundation is a health organization dedicated to preventing kidney disease and improving the health of those affected. They accept vehicle and other donations to fund their mission.
30 donation centers
GrowNYC is an environmental nonprofit that improves New York City's quality of life through environmental programs including farmers markets, recycling, and textile collection.
29 donation centers
GreenDrop is a for-profit company that operates donation drop-off sites benefiting various nonprofit partners. They make donating convenient while supporting multiple charitable organizations.
24 donation centers
Idaho Youth Ranch is a nonprofit that provides services to at-risk youth and their families. Their thrift stores fund counseling, residential care, and family support programs.
20 donation centers
Out of the Closet thrift stores are operated by AIDS Healthcare Foundation. All proceeds support HIV/AIDS healthcare services, testing, and prevention programs.
20 donation centers
Women Giving Back provides free clothing, shoes, and accessories to women, children, and families in need. They operate a boutique-style distribution center.
18 donation centers
Clothes Helping Kids is a nonprofit organization that provides financial assistance to disadvantaged children through the collection and sale of donated items. They operate donation bins and schedule pickups in communities they serve.
17 donation centers
The YWCA is a nonprofit organization focused on eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, and dignity for all. Their thrift operations help fund community programs.
12 donation centers
Wheeler Mission provides shelter, food, and recovery programs for people experiencing homelessness in Indiana. Donations support their comprehensive services.
9 donation centers
My Sisters House provides support services for survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking. Donations help fund shelter, counseling, and advocacy programs.
7 donation centers
The Arc of Anchorage serves people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Alaska. Their thrift store operations help fund community programs and services.
2 donation centers
YWCA Montana provides essential services to women and families across Montana, including housing assistance, childcare, and community programs funded through donations and thrift store operations.
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