New Program To Collect Unwanted Clothes In Farmington, How To Participate

Town of Farmington

FARMINGTON, CT — A new program this month will help Farmington residents properly dispose of unwanted textiles via a recycling program that targets such unwanted clothing and other materials.

The Farmington Green Efforts Committee said it has launched a new, environmentally-friendly initiative in partnership with Helpsy, a free textile recycling program available to all residents.

As a clothing collection company and a certified B corporation with an environmental mission to extend the useful life of clothing, Helpsy partners with municipalities and organizations across 10 states to collect unwanted clothing.

Helpsy operates 1,200 clothing collection points and provides free curbside service to millions of Americans.

The company funds numerous charities and thrift stores to give consumers convenient and compelling alternatives to the landfill.

Currently, they collect an item of clothing every second, wrote the town recently.

Farmington residents can schedule free pickups directly through the Helpsy website.

Items accepted include used clothing, paired shoes, bags, towels, and more.

All collected textiles are sorted for reuse, recycling, or repurposing, ensuring nothing goes to waste.

"This initiative reflects Farmington’s continued commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship," wrote the town.

"By participating, residents not only help protect the environment but also support local green jobs and charitable donations."

To learn more or to schedule your first free home pick up, visit www.helpsy.com/farmingtonct
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