Sympany is one of the largest textile collectors in the Netherlands, placing thousands of textile bins in public spaces. These bins allow people to donate unwanted clothing, shoes, and household textiles, giving them a new life through reuse or recycling.
Sympany collects used textiles across the Netherlands through its recognizable green textile bins. Residents can drop off clean, dry, and packed textiles, such as clothing, shoes, towels, curtains, and bed linen.
Collected textiles are sorted:
👕 Reusable items are given a second life through resale in thrift shops or exported to support communities abroad.
♻️ Non-reusable textiles are recycled into raw materials, such as cleaning cloths or fibers for insulation and new textiles.
By donating, people not only support social causes but also help reduce waste and save resources. The proceeds from textile reuse and recycling are reinvested in sustainable projects and social employment opportunities.
Sympany is committed to a circular textile economy where nothing goes to waste, and every fabric finds a purpose.
Getting There 🚶♀️🚲🚍🚗
🚶♀️ On foot: Textile bins are often located near supermarkets or residential areas.
🚲 By bike: Easily reachable within neighborhoods.
🚍 By public transport: Bins are spread across urban and rural areas, usually close to bus or tram stops.
🚗 By car: Drive up to nearby bins and drop off bags conveniently.
