Caritas Manila. PHOTOGRAPH COURTESY OF CARITAS MANILA
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Your old stuff, their new start

Pauline Joyce Pascual

Are you planning to declutter your home and unsure where to bring your preloved clothes, appliances, or furniture? Why not donate them to organizations that can turn your excess into hope for others? Here are five charitable organizations where your old stuff can make a real difference:

1. Segunda Mana (Caritas Manila)

Under the wings of Caritas Manila, Segunda Mana accepts donations of old clothes, furniture, appliances, and other goods. These items are sold, and proceeds fund scholarships for underprivileged youth. Your donations don’t just declutter your home—they also create opportunities for education and brighter futures.

Visit www.caritasmanila.org.ph to learn how to donate.

2. Abot PH

Abot PH is a non-profit organization that brings love and light through boundless means to cultivate a God-driven, dynamic movement where everyone is filled and empowered to take apt action for a safe, sustainable, and unified world!

For more details, check out https://www.facebook.com/AbotPH?

Tzu Chi serves IP patients.

3. Tzu Chi Foundation

For over 50 years, the Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation has provided relief, medical care, and community services to those in need. They accept donations like clothes, boxes, and old appliances, which are distributed to impoverished communities. The foundation encourages donors to find spiritual happiness by inspiring love and humanity in their actions.

Get involved by visiting www.tzuchi.org.ph.

4. I Support the Girls MNL

If you have gently used bras or brand-new feminine hygiene products you no longer need, donate them to I Support the Girls MNL. This organization ensures that women in underserved communities have access to essential items like bras, tampons, and feminine pads. They maintain strict quality checks to ensure donations meet hygiene and safety standards.

Used bras should be clean and in good condition before donating.

Follow them on social media for donation updates or message them directly to coordinate.

Childhope Philippines

5. Childhope Philippines Foundation

Focused on protecting the rights and welfare of street children, Childhope Philippines is a registered non-government organization that helps uplift the lives of vulnerable youth in Metro Manila. They accept monetary and in-kind donations to support their programs for education, health, and empowerment.

Learn more at www.childhope.org.ph.

By donating your preloved items, you’re not only decluttering your space but also helping someone build a better life. Whether it’s through funding scholarships, providing essentials, or inspiring hope, every small act of generosity matters. Go ahead, let go of the old and make room for kindness.