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Red Cross Charity Bins, Op Shops & Donation Locations
88 donation locations across 8 cities in Australia.
Australian Red Cross is part of the world's largest humanitarian network, with a presence in almost every country. In Australia, Red Cross provides disaster relief, blood services, community programs, and support for migrants and refugees. Their charity shops and donation bins help fund these essential services across the nation.
Red Cross shops accept quality women's, men's and children's clothing, bags, shoes and accessories, books, CDs and DVDs, and homewares. When donating, make sure your items are clean and usable. If you wouldn't buy it, they probably won't be able to sell it.
- Part of the global Red Cross humanitarian network
- Provides disaster relief and emergency response
- Runs community programs and refugee support services
- Op shops in most capital cities and regional areas
Red Cross Donation Bins by City
Red Cross Charity Bins & Op Shops Directory
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Red Cross Donations FAQ
What can I donate to Red Cross?
Red Cross shops accept quality women's, men's and children's clothing, bags, shoes and accessories, books, CDs and DVDs, and homewares. Make sure your donations are clean and usable. Your donations should be worth buying - if you wouldn't buy it, they probably won't be able to sell it.
What items can't I donate to Red Cross?
Red Cross cannot accept: stained and damaged clothing and goods; used beauty and hygiene products; electrical goods (computers, TVs, lighting); white goods (fridges, washing machines, microwaves); kitchenware like cutlery, dishes, pots and pans (unless in new packaging); furniture including beanbags, tables and mattresses; baby items (car seats, highchairs, cots); outdoor items (BBQs, trampolines); or harmful products (knives, weapons, gas canisters).
Why can't Red Cross accept certain items?
Red Cross doesn't sell products that may be harmful to their staff, volunteers or customers, nor items that conflict with their Fundamental Principles. Red Cross has to pay to dispose of items they can't sell, so donating only acceptable items helps ensure more funds go towards their humanitarian programs.
How does Red Cross use donations?
Funds raised support disaster relief efforts, community programs, support for migrants and refugees, first aid training, and international humanitarian work.
Does Red Cross respond to disasters?
Yes, Red Cross is a key responder to disasters across Australia, providing emergency shelter, food, psychological support, and recovery assistance to affected communities.
Are there Red Cross shops near me?
Red Cross operates shops in most capital cities and many regional towns across Australia. Use our map to find the closest Red Cross donation point to you.
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