We reached out to charity shops on your Chad Facebook page at www.facebook.com/mansfieldchad to find out which shops were accepting donations at this time, since some shops pause donations when they become overwhelmed with stock.
After Christmas, donations typically increase, but they often decline after January and as the year progresses.
Other factors resulting in a decrease of donations include the rise of resale apps like eBay and Depop, along with the increasing cost of living, which may lead people to keep items longer or share with family and friends.
In order to support charity shops this spring, we want to inform readers about where they can donate their pre-loved items over the coming weeks.
We have put together a list of charity shops in Mansfield and Ashfield that are currently accepting donations.
If you work at a charity shop and are currently accepting donations, please let us know so we can add your shop to this list.
5. Mansfield Salvation Army Donation Centre
The Salvation Army donation centre at Portland Retail Park is open Monday to Saturday from 9am to 5pm, with Tuesday's opening time being a 9.45am start. This site serves as a donation point and offers delivery for larger items. They are currently accepting donations. No: 01623 889000 Photo: Brian Eyre
6. Lincolnshire & Nottinghamshire Air Ambulance - Mansfield Woodhouse
Lincolnshire & Nottinghamshire Air Ambulance, located at 41 Station Street, Mansfield Woodhouse, raises funds for Lincolnshire & Nottinghamshire Air Ambulance. For more details, see: www.facebook.com/lnaamansfieldwoodhouse Photo: Lincolnshire & Nottinghamshire Air Ambulance - Mansfield Woodhouse
7. Ashfield Furniture Project
Ashfield Furniture Project on Kirkby Road, Sutton, accepts donations of school uniform, dried food packages, hygiene packages and low-cost furniture. See www.facebook.com/ourcentre.centre.3 for more details. Photo: OurCentre Centre
8. Butterfly
Butterfly, now located on Ladybrook Place, is a registered charity that supports men, women, and children who are currently or historically victims of domestic violence. Open Monday to Friday, from 9.30am to 2.30pm. The shop currently accepts cash only and welcomes donations in good, clean condition. Photo: Butterfly