Frequently asked questions

WHAT DO YOU TAKE?

CMCR accepts gently used clothing and shoes for recycling. Clothing must not be wet or moldy. Shoes must be wearable and paired with rubber bands or with other means. Shoes should be placed in their own separate bag. We also take gently used household items such as toys, home decor, books and music, kitchenware, bathroom, garage and outdoor products.

CAN YOU ACCEPT?

Microwaves, TV’s, computer monitors, furniture, exercise as well as baby equipment?

No, we generally cannot accept these items or items that most thrift stores will not accept as donations, including all of the items above as well as live animals and plants, weapons, paints, chemicals and more. Email us if you have specific questions.

DO YOU PAY FOR CLOTHING OR MISCELLANOUS ITEMS?

No, unfortunately, the cost of labor and fuel prohibits us from paying for smaller, residential pickups. The relatively low market value of items normally received make ours a free service to the public only.

WHERE DO YOU MAKE PICK UPS?

We operate in greater Minnesota, the metro, western Wisconsin and southern Iowa. Our weekly pickup routes extend in a (3) three hour driving radius from St. Cloud. We do have supply partners outside this general region but visit less frequently and for larger pick ups only.

HOW CAN I SCHEDULE A PICKUP?

Contact Jai at 320-293-4456 or email us today!

WHAT IF MY STORE OR ORGANIZATION CAN FILL A SEMI TRAILER?

Great! We can help. We can arrange a semi trailer to be delivered to your location for loading, and we can pay you for your clothing based on the poundage. If your recycling needs are on-going, we can spot a semi trailer in your dock that you fill at your convenience, call when full, and receive an empty the same day. Trailer swapping is a free service to you!

CAN WE RECYCLE WITH YOU EVEN THOUGH WE ARE NOT IN MN, IA OR WI?

Yes, the easiest way is to fill a semi-trailer. We can arrange and pay for all the logistics to get it to our warehouse in Minnesota. We can pay you for clothing with volumes this high! Semi trailers usually measure 53’L x 8’W x 8’H and if loaded with loose, bagged clothing, (2,000+ bags), they can accommodate up to 35,000 lbs if loaded to the ceiling and to the back. Call us to arrange a pick if you have space to store that much clothing!

ARE YOU A NON-PROFIT? IF I MAKE A DONATION OF CLOTHING, CAN I GET A RECEIPT?

No, we are a privately owned textile wholeseller. We can accept your items and give them a new home, but we cannot give tax receipts since your recyclables are “technically” not considered donations.

I AM AN ONLINE RESELLER. CAN I COME TO YOUR FACILITY AND PICK AND PAY DIRECTLY FROM YOUR RECYCLING STREAM?

Unfortunately, no. Our business model, insurance and set up does not allow for this activity. We have openly discussed establishing a different venue to provide this option and if you have an interest in doing this, please contact us so that we can document your interest.