Post-Christmas donation surges at Summerville centers like Palmetto Goodwill and St. Paul’s Clothing and Food Pantry reflect families decluttering closets, managing duplicate gifts, and giving back before year’s end.[conversation_history]
Peak Donation Trends
Palmetto Goodwill experiences its busiest period from late December through New Year’s, with toys topping the influx alongside clothing, home goods, and decor, funding local education, training, and job programs.[conversation_history] Brian Schroeder, director of donated goods, notes Santa’s generosity often exceeds home storage, driving these contributions.[conversation_history]
Pantry Needs Persist
St. Paul’s sees steady or rising demand post-holidays due to cold weather, school lunch gaps for kids at home, job losses, and crises like home fires, rather than holiday peaks alone.[conversation_history] April McLean highlights increased clothing donations, especially winter items, as families clean out after gifts, underscoring year-round support needs.
