DEF, in partnership with HELPSY, further expanded the County's Textile Program to provide curbside textile services to all residents. This service enables residents to schedule free pickup appointments on designated service days and it’s all aimed at encouraging residents to contribute to a greener future by responsibly disposing of their clothes, shoes, towels, rugs, and other textile materials. Contact your local municipality about joining the program and for more information.
As of Dec. 2021, Westchester County DEF, in collaboration with HELPSY, has expanded the County's textile recycling program at the H-MRF. Accepted materials include any type of material composed of natural or synthetic fibers such as products made from wool, silk, linen, cotton, polyester, leather, vinyl, hemp, and rayon. Please bag all textiles prior to drop-off.
Drop-offs can be scheduled by convenient appointment online, or by calling the Recycling HelpLine at (914) 813-5425. The Recycling HelpLine is available seven days a week from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
The following items can be dropped off at the H-MRF in any condition (torn, worn, stained, missing buttons, broken zippers, etc.) as long as they are clean, dry, and odorless.
Footwear (in pairs):
- Shoes
- Heels (wedges, pumps)
- Flats
- Sandals
- Flip Flops
- Boots (all varieties)
- Sneakers
- Cleats
- Slippers
Clothing:
- Tops (T-shirts, blouses, shirts, tank tops)
- Sweaters
- Sweatshirts
- Dresses
- Outerwear (coats, jackets, blazers)
- Bottoms (pants, slacks, jeans, sweatpants, skirts, shorts)
- Suits
- Socks
- Pajamas
- Intimates (slips, bras, underwear, socks)
- Baby Clothing
- Sports Jerseys
Accessories:
- Hats
- Bags (pocketbooks, backpacks, duffle bags, totes)
- Belts
- Gloves
- Ties
- Scarves
- Bathrobes
- Jewelry
Linens:
- Sheets/pillow cases
- Blankets
- Comforters
- Curtains/Drapes
- Aprons
- Dish cloths
- Cloth napkins
- Table linens
- Comforters
- Quilts