how to donate cloths at salvation army mankato

How do I donate clothes to Salvation Army? Please call 1-800-SA-TRUCK (1-800-728-7825) to find or schedule your donation. Online pick-ups and donations are not available for the zip code you searched.

Full Answer

Virtual Kettle

The Salvation Army provides warm meals and access to food pantries for anyone struggling to put food on the table.

Our Leadership

Salvation Army Programs are led by Salvation Army Officers. These officers are responsible to lead by assessing needs, delivering programs and directing ministries for our local community. From serving food to balancing the books, they function as the Executive Directors and the Pastors for the Mankato Salvation Army.

What is the Salvation Army?

Founded in 1865, The Salvation Army works across international borders, giving help where needed to those who need it without discrimination or prejudice. This faith-based charitable organization is actually part of the universal Christian Church and is one of the most well known in the world. It covers a range of areas in which it helps communities and people in 130 countries across the globe, including after-school programs, homeless shelters, veteran services, LGBTQ support, disaster relief, and alcohol and drug rehabilitation services.

What does the Salvation Army do with airline miles?

Airline Miles: Donating your airline miles helps The Salvation Army with their many programs, helping to move people quickly during disasters or providing travel for those who need emergency medical care.

What does ARC stand for in the Salvation Army?

The money raised by the sales funds their Adult Rehabilitation Centers (ARC) that serve as a beacon of hope and a second chance for people struggling with drug and alcohol abuse and addiction. The ARCs help program beneficiaries by providing housing, food, counseling, and employment as they work on getting out of their abuse. The Salvation Army has the most no-fee rehabilitation facilities in America.

How many tons of furniture are thrown away each year?

Environmentally Friendly: Throwing away old things leads to bigger landfills each year; nearly 12 million tons of furniture are thrown away by Americans each year. Imagine how much higher the number would be when adding clothes, toys, and other goods to this. Donating items that have only been lightly used instead of throwing them away not only helps people in need but also eases the pressure on the environment.

How much can you write off a donation?

Depending on what your donation is, you can get a write-off of up to $1,000. But the IRS limits your tax deductions to 50% of your adjusted gross income per year.

Can you get deductions for donating to the Salvation Army?

One of the lesser-known benefits of donating, apart from giving back to the community, is being able to get a tax deduction at the end of the year. We recommend checking out the IRS website to learn more about this process, but keep in mind that you can only get deductions for donations in ‘good condition or better’. Another reminder of why some things are better left for the junk pile instead. When donating to The Salvation Army, you can get write-offs that range from $2 for a shirt to $1,000 for a complete bedroom set.

Can you donate books to the Salvation Army?

Books: As long as they’re not falling apart or missing some pages, you can donate your books to The Salvation Army. However, magazines and encyclopedias can’t be accepted.