Accepts new and gently used clothing for community distribution. Clothing donations are limited to three bags per drop-off, and donors are instructed to call before bringing items.

About the Organization & Community Impact

CUMAC is a Paterson-based nonprofit whose mission is to fight hunger and its root causes through a holistic, trauma-informed approach. The organization provides groceries, basic necessities and supportive services to thousands of people each month, with programs designed to help families build stability rather than simply address a single emergency. Clothing donations complement that work by supplying another category of everyday essentials to community members who may already be relying on CUMAC for food or related support. CUMAC’s broader model emphasizes dignity, choice and connection to services such as benefits navigation and other resources. For an estate donor, usable clothing can therefore become part of a coordinated local safety net that addresses food insecurity and the practical pressures surrounding it.

Save a trip! Call CUMAC/ECHO – Clothing Donations first to confirm hours and that they are accepting what you’re bringing.