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CHARITIES
There are a number of charities that take donations of second hand clothes and other goods. These are either then given or sent to needy people, or sold to raise funds for their respective causes.
If you have second hand items that you would like to donate, then you could consider the following charities:
BSPCA
The Bahrain Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (BSPCA) was established in 1979 by a small group of committed and passionate animal lovers. It is a humane, charitable, non-profit organisation dedicated to the welfare of animals. The society depends upon the generosity of the public for its funds as well as monies generated by the Thrift Shop.
The Thrift Shop is located at 6 Busheiri Gardens, off the Budaiya Highway (close to Pet Arabia) and is open Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays 9am to 12 noon, and Saturdays and Sundays 3pm to 5pm. The Thrift Shop requires donations of clothes, books, and household items.
Second Chance Charity (raises funds for Tony the Dogfather Animal Rescue and Rehabilitation Centre)
Through their sales they contribute to the well being of the animals in the rescue centre. Money raised goes towards animal food, litter, toys, collars and vet bills.
Donations of clothes, furniture, household items, books, toys, CDs and DVDs can be made to the shop on Jannusan Avenue in Budaiya, behind Al Jazira supermarket. The shop is open every Friday and Saturday 9am-12 noon. Pick up of donations can also be arranged.
The Palm Association
The Palm Association, through fund-raising events and donations, raises money with the aim of helping Bahraini women who have fallen on hard times due to the death of a spouse, divorce, disability or illness.
Donations of children’s and adult clothes, toys and good quality household items are accepted and given directly to families who need them.
They can be contacted on 3996 7896 to arrange pick up of donations.
Michelle Bailey’s Orphan Charity Saar
Based in Saar, for several years Michelle Bailey has been collecting donations on behalf of an overseas orphanage, and more recently for local needy families. 100% of the money raised goes towards people in need. Goods that are donated either go directly to people who need them, or are sold to raise funds.
Any goods in good order are accepted, including books, clothes, shoes, linen, household items and electrical goods.
Donations can be made at Villa 23, Gulf Garden Compound, Saar (opposite Hi Mart Supermarket on Saar Avenue). Phone number is 3962 7883. Donations can be dropped off at any time, and sales are available from 10am to 6pm Saturday to Wednesday. Large donations can be collected by calling the above number.
Discover Islam
A local charity which takes donations of goods and distributes to those in need, regardless of religion.
Contact on 1753 7373.
Contact details for other charities
Al Ahli Animal Centre
Phone: 1762 2102 / 3965 4343
Alcoholics Anonymous
Phone: 1753 0020
Bahrain Cancer Society
Phone: 1723 2579
Bahrain Charity Society
Phone: 1729 3363
Bahrain Disabled Sports Committee
Phone: 1778 9191
Bahrain Red Crescent Society
Phone: 1729 3171
Bahrain Society for Children with Behavioural and Communication Difficulties
Phone: 1773 0960
BSPCA
Phone: 1759 1231
Delmon Kennels & training
Phone: 3971 7609
Disabled Sports Federation
Phone: 1778 9191
Hope Institute
Phone: 1768 0500
Jassim Veterinary Centre
Phone: 1723 1242
Lions Club of Bahrain
Phone: 3908 0097
Manama Rotary Club
Phone: 3939 4522
Migrant Workers Protection Society
Phone: 3946 5378
Modern Animal Health Centre
Phone: 17590908
Narcotics Anonymous
Phone: 1753 3558
Overseas Workers Welfare Administration
Phone: 1721 3825
Regional Institute of Active Learning (RIA)
Phone: 1771 6871
Saar Kennels
Phone: 1779 2064
Think Pink Team Contact Details
Think Pink Bahrain
Bahrain Breast Cancer Charity
General Inquiries:
Tel: + 973 39076717
Email:info@thinkpinkbahrain.com
The Bahrain Human Rights Society
Phone: 1753 1822
The Charity and Assistance Association of Parents Free tuition for children of the poor
Phone: 3925 0191
The Friendship Society for the Blind
Phone: 1762 4496
The Hope Institute for the Handicapped
Phone: 1768 0815
The Islamic Enlightenment Society
Phone: 1772 0053
The Palm Association
Phone: 1779 0826 / 3964 3211
The Riffa Cultural and Charity Society
Phone: 1777 5444
UCO Parents Care Centre
Phone: 1767 7717
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