Did you know clothes banks also accept shoes and handbags?

Published: 28 January 2022

In his regular feature, Denis the Dustcart talks about the clothes banks in Exeter and throughout Devon which are emptied by the Salvation Army.

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You probably know that the clothes banks in Exeter and throughout Devon are emptied by the Salvation Army – or SATCol, which is the trading arm of the charity. In fact, they have 7,500 banks nationwide.

But did you know they can accept shoes and handbags in the banks, too?

You can find your nearest bank using their location tool: www.salvationarmydonationcentre.org/bank-finder

SATCol collects around 50,000 tonnes of textiles each year and through their network of charity shops, donation centres and clothing banks they are able to reuse, repurpose and recycle these donations.

With the profits generated, The Salvation Army can continue to offer specialist support for survivors and potential victims of modern slavery, shelter for those experiencing homelessness, and much more besides.

Charity shops work hard to take donations from the general public and they often receive more than they can process. The donation banks are always in operation and offer the perfect ethical and sustainable alternative to support the circular economy.

It has never been more important to take action to reduce our carbon footprint, and by using the clothes banks you can be part of The Salvation Army’s commitment to supporting many other essential causes.

* Please use the banks responsibly. Clothes and other items must be unsoiled and in good repair. No rags. If the bank is full, please try another bank or take your donations home. Donations left on the ground cannot be treated as donations and will be removed for disposal (this also costs public money and stretches Council staff resources).