You likely have more than you need, certainly more than you use.

Do your housecleaning chores now so you can pay less in taxes this year. Gather up the items you don’t need or don’t use and donate them to a worthy charity now, before your tax year is over.

In this article, we help you donate clothing and household goods the right way so that you can qualify for and keep your tax deductions.

When you donate clothing and household items, you need to know:

Charities that qualify to receive clothing and household items

Types of clothing and household items you can give to a charity

How to value the deductions for clothing and household items

Records you need

What happens on your tax return

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