Fabric Online Recycling Scheme

F(abric) O(nline) R(euse) S(cheme)

Let's use this F.O.R.S. for Good and help cut down on the amount of fabrics going to landfill.

F.O.R.S. FOR GOOD

On average 35 items
of preloved clothing get binned per person per year in UK * WRAP Textiles market situation report 2024

Looking to clear out your wardrobe and ensure those items get reused? Great! Allow us to introduce you to the new Boux Avenue Fabric Online Reuse Scheme, or as we call it, the F.O.R.S. FOR GOOD.

We’ve partnered with The Salvation Army’s trading arm (SATCoL) to give our community the opportunity to donate clothing super-easily online. Feel GOOD knowing that items suitable for resale will be made available across Salvation Army charity stores throughout the UK and will help to raise vital funds for charity.

Simply package up your preloved clothes, register your donation with SATCoL to receive a QR code that you can scan at your chosen InPost locker or store, and then drop off your clothes for FREE.

HOW DOES IT WORK?

  • Step 1: Register Your Donation Register your donation online quickly & easily with SATCoL by clicking on "Donate Now". You’ll receive an email with a copy of a QR code that you can then scan at your chosen InPost locker or store.
  • Step 2: Prepare Your Parcel Pack up your items securely. You can donate any clothing brand but please check what can and can’t be sent, below.
  • Step 3: Drop Off & Feel Good Take your package to your nearest InPost locker. It’s label-free so you don’t need a printer at home.

The profits raised from the resale of the generous items SATCoL receives is donated to The Salvation Army to continue to support the great work they do for the most vulnerable across the country including shelter for those experiencing homelessness, plus specialist support for survivors and potential victims of modern slavery, and so much more.

By donating your unwanted items through our F.O.R.S. FOR GOOD scheme, you’re not only clearing out your wardrobe more sustainably and with minimal fuss, you’re also helping to raise vital funds for charity.

Resale and Reuse: Items received in resaleable condition will be distributed to Salvation Army charity shops across the UK to help raise vital funds for charity and putting good clothing back in use.

Recycle, Repurpose & Recovery: Items that cannot be resold will be processed in different ways. Depending on the type of garment, textile, fibre and fibre blends, some fabrics may be recycled back into fibres, whilst others may be repurposed into industrial materials wherever possible. For example, some blended materials can be converted into furniture filling. Items that don’t get recycled or repurposed go towards energy recovery use.

Any sturdy, non see-through, waterproof bag or parcel is appropriate. You can also use your pre-used Boux Avenue packaging or another brand’s box or bag, but either way, it must be closed securely please. Parcels must meet InPost’s size, dimension and weight limits:

The maximum parcel size is 410mm x 380mm x 640mm.

The maximum weight of 15kg.

1. Download the label that we sent to your email.

2. Head to your local InPost Locker drop off.

3. Use the touchscreen to click 'Send a parcel', you then need to follow the on-screen instructions.

4. Scan the QR code and select which size box you think is most appropriate. You can choose from small, medium or large.

5. A locker will open, please follow the instructions and put the parcel inside. Then close the door.

6. Scan the QR code to retrieve your receipt. Keep hold of the receipt for reference.

Please note, you do not need a label for this service. When the courier comes to pick up the parcel, then they'll do this for you.

To find your local drop off, please click here.