Charity Bins in Melbourne
399 donation locations from 8 charities. Find the closest bin to donate clothes, books, and household items.
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8 Charities
Melbourne's charity bin network spans from the CBD to the outer suburbs, with nearly 400 donation points across the metropolitan area. The city's thriving op shop culture — centred in areas like Fitzroy, Brunswick, and St Kilda — means there are countless ways to donate and shop sustainably. In 2025, Melbourne celebrates 100 years of opportunity shops in Australia, a tradition that started right here in Victoria.
- Nearly 400 charity bins across metropolitan Melbourne
- Celebrating 100 years of op shops in Australia (2025)
- Strong op shop culture in Fitzroy, Brunswick, and Chapel Street
- Brotherhood of St Laurence and Sacred Heart Mission headquartered here
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Brotherhood Of St Laurence - Brunswick
Brotherhood Of St Laurence - Deer Park/Burnside
Brotherhood Of St Laurence - Eltham
Brotherhood Of St Laurence - Fitzroy
Brotherhood Of St Laurence - Geelong West
Brotherhood Of St Laurence - Glen Huntly
Brotherhood Of St Laurence - Greensborough
Brotherhood Of St Laurence - Grovedale
Brotherhood Of St Laurence - Hoppers Crossing
Brotherhood Of St Laurence - Ivanhoe
Brotherhood Of St Laurence - Kilsyth
Brotherhood Of St Laurence - Melbourne
Brotherhood Of St Laurence - Melbourne
Brotherhood Of St Laurence - Moonee Ponds
Brotherhood Of St Laurence - Mount Waverley
Brotherhood Of St Laurence - Noble Park North
Brotherhood Of St Laurence - Northcote
Brotherhood Of St Laurence - Pakenham
Brotherhood Of St Laurence - Seaford
Brotherhood Of St Laurence - Wantirna South
Brotherhood Of St Laurence - Wantirna South
Brotherhood Of St Laurence - Watsonia
Lifeline - Belmont
Frequently Asked Questions: Donating in Melbourne
Where can I find charity bins in Melbourne's inner suburbs?
Inner Melbourne has excellent coverage, with bins at shopping centres like Chadstone, Highpoint, and Northland. The inner-north suburbs of Fitzroy, Brunswick, and Northcote have multiple op shops accepting direct donations. Chapel Street in Prahran and South Yarra is another hotspot. For 24/7 access, look for bins in supermarket car parks across most suburbs.
Which Melbourne charities provide furniture collection?
Sacred Heart Mission offers free collection for large donations in inner Melbourne, including furniture, white goods, and bulk clothing. The Brotherhood of St Laurence accepts furniture at their stores in Fitzroy and Brunswick. Salvos and Vinnies provide pickup services in most areas — contact your local store to arrange.
What happens to donated clothes in Melbourne?
About 20% of donated clothing ends up on op shop shelves for resale. Quality items that don't sell locally may be sent to regional stores or exported. Damaged textiles are increasingly being recycled through partnerships with companies like Upparel, which processes old clothing into new products right here in Victoria.
How can I ensure my donations are used effectively?
Only donate clean items in good, wearable condition. Charities pay millions each year to dispose of unusable goods — Vinnies alone processes 2.8 million kilograms of donations annually, with disposal costs diverting funds from community programs. Pack items in bags that fit inside the bin, and never leave donations outside.
Learn about donation best practices (CathNews, 2025)