You might have been inspired by Marie Kondo to declutter and put your house in order. But here’s the next question: Where do you put those items that no longer spark joy?
That’s always my dilemma whenever I feel the urge to declutter. I don’t want to simply throw things away and add to the growing waste problem of our planet. That’s why I constantly look for ways to give my unused items a second life, ways that can help others while being kinder to the Earth.
I’ve compiled this list of places where I can send pre-loved items. Sharing it with you in the hopes that you’ll find them useful, too.
1. Segunda Mana by Caritas Manila
Segunda Mana is the in-kind donations program of Caritas Manila that helps the poor help themselves. It’s a social enterprise that accepts almost anything you no longer need and turns it into opportunities for others.
By donating to Segunda Mana, you can:
- Help fund over 5,000 vocational, technical, and college scholars across the country under the Youth Servant Leadership & Education Program.
- Support the livelihood of over 300 micro-entrepreneurs and their families from marginalized communities like BASECO and Payatas.
- Promote the 3Rs: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle.
What you can donate:
- Clothes
- Furniture
- Gadgets and phones
- Bags
- Shoes
- Household items
- Accessories
- Books
- Office equipment
- Toys
- Computers
- Sporting goods
Almost anything with value!
👉 Learn more about Segunda Mana: Segunda Mana by Caritas Manila
2. Hiraya Manawari
Wondering what to do with the books your kids have outgrown? Send them to Hiraya Manawari, a non-profit that champions quality education and better employment opportunities. They sort and distribute donated books to their partner community schools.
📦 How to donate:
Label your donation boxes with “Donation to Hiraya Manawari” and send them to:
Guard House at Saint Jude Catholic School, 327 Ycaza Street, San Miguel, Manila
⏰ Drop-off hours: 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM (Weekends also accepted)
📞 Contact: Maria Yu – 0977 335 1382
3. The Plastic Flamingo
If you have piles of plastic bags, containers, and other clean plastic waste, send them to The Plastic Flamingo (Plaf). This social enterprise collects plastic waste and transforms it into sustainable construction materials used to build schools, shelters, and other structures that help communities become more disaster-resilient.
📍 Drop-off location:
The Plastic Flamingo, 24 RMT Industrial Complex, Tunasan, Muntinlupa City, Metro Manila
They also accept donations via courier.
👉 Find drop-off points and more info: The Plaf Facebook Page
4. H&M Garment Collection Program
Got old clothes or textiles that are no longer in good enough condition to donate?
H&M stores in the Philippines accept garments and textiles from any brand, in any condition. These are sorted for re-wear, reuse, or recycling through H&M’s global recycling partners.
As a thank-you, you’ll receive a 15% discount voucher for your next H&M purchase.
How to donate:
- Bring your clean, pre-loved clothing or textiles to any H&M store.
- Drop them in the designated garment collection box.
- H&M and their recycling partners take care of the rest.
👉 Find your nearest store: H&M Philippines
5. Philippine Toy Library
If you have toys your children no longer play with, consider donating them to the Philippine Toy Library (PTL).
PTL is a non-profit that creates safe, fun spaces for children in underprivileged communities to play for free. They’ve built over 200 toy libraries across the Philippines—and your donated toys can bring joy to many more kids.
👉 Learn more: Philippine Toy Library Facebook Page
6. Goodwill Philippines
Another meaningful way to let go of your pre-loved items is by donating to Goodwill Philippines.
Goodwill sells donated items to help fund employment training and job placement programs for persons with disabilities. Your donation not only extends the life of your items but also directly supports inclusive livelihood opportunities.
👉 Learn more: Goodwill Philippines Facebook Page
Decluttering doesn’t have to mean adding to the landfill. With a little effort, you can find new homes for your once-loved items—homes where they can continue to spark joy and make a positive impact on someone else’s life.
Let’s give our things a second chance. Let’s declutter with purpose.
