Helpsy® is a certified B Corp and Public Benefit Corporation with a mission to keep clothes out of the trash and to create honorable work.
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Textile Waste Problem
It’s hard to believe but over 85% of clothes end up in the trash. It’s over 100 pounds per person per year in the US and is occupying nearly 10% of our landfills.
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
While we all need to be mindful of our consumption habits, the best thing we can do for clothes that already exist is reuse them. It’s the norm to recycle plastics, glass, metal, and paper but sadly, clothes, shoes, and accessories have long been ignored. Industry research asserts that 95% of secondhand clothing could be reused or recycled.
What People Are Saying
“We are so very pleased with the successful monthly clothing drives held over the summer and the great support we have received from the residents of Newton. We targeted a collection drive total of 20,000 pounds of clothing... that goal [and then some] was reached. This was a great opportunity to clean out the closets, bins, and storage spaces of unwanted clothing while helping the environment.”
—Susan Faccenda Peghiny, Pres. Rotary Club of Newton, MA
“Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwestern Connecticut is grateful for Helpsy’s assistance in providing funds in support of our mentoring programs. These funds are vital to Big Brothers Big Sisters as we continue to provide mentoring services to the many kids who, now more than ever, need the assistance of an additional caring adult in their lives."
— Ellen Tracy, Executive Director BBBS of Southwestern Connecticut
“During the pandemic, we collected a large surplus of samples and were looking for a sustainable way to handle them. My intern identified Helpsy as a potential partner and Helpsy generously agreed to help.”
— Brooke Rosenbauer, Senior Manager of Community Impact, Reebok International, LLC
"Recycled clothing aids in reducing waste in landfills, which is of great help to the environment. AMVETS is most grateful for the funding received through our collaboration with Helpsy. It allows AMVETS to provide our services and to fulfill our mission.”
— Fred Vineyard, State Commander, AMVETS Department of New Jersey
Awards & Features
2023 Faces of Philanthropy Award
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2023 MassRecycle Award for Outstanding Business
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2023 NYSAR3 Recycling Leadership Award
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2023 National Recycling Coalition Recycling Organization Award
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2023 Faces of Philanthropy Award • 2023 MassRecycle Award for Outstanding Business • 2023 NYSAR3 Recycling Leadership Award • 2023 National Recycling Coalition Recycling Organization Award •
The video that explains it all.
We’re a Certified B Corp.
“We are proud to meet high standards of verified social and environmental performance.”
— Helpsy Team