Manatee County Clothing Swap Encourages Sustainable Back-to-School Shopping
Families looking to refresh their wardrobes for the new school year while helping the environment will have an opportunity to do both during the Community Clothing Swap hosted by UF/IFAS Extension Manatee County on Aug. 21 and 22.
The free event will take place from 9 a.m. to noon at the Manatee County Agriculture & Extension Service Office, located at 1303 17th St. W. in Palmetto.
Residents are encouraged to bring clean, gently used clothing to exchange for new-to-them items. The event aims to reduce textile waste, keep usable clothing out of landfills and conserve the water and natural resources required to produce new garments.
Organizers are accepting donations before the event to help prepare for the swap. Clothing can be dropped off Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Agriculture & Extension Service Office. Donations will also be accepted during the two-day event.
The swap welcomes clothing and accessories for men, women and children, including shirts, pants, shorts, skirts, dresses, shoes, hats, purses and backpacks.
Participation is free, but registration is encouraged.
