Spring is right around the corner, and that means it\u2019s the perfect time to refresh your home, clear out your closet and give back to your community.<\/p>\n
From March 15\u201321<\/b>, National Clean Out Your Closet Week<\/b><\/a> invites Northeast Florida residents to turn their spring cleaning into something meaningful. By donating gently used clothing, shoes and household items to Goodwill Industries of North Florida<\/b><\/a>, community members can help fund job training programs while also entering for a chance to <\/b>win a Visa gift card<\/b><\/a>.<\/b><\/p>\n The weeklong initiative encourages families across the region to declutter with purpose \u2014 knowing their donations directly support programs that help local individuals build job skills, find employment and achieve financial independence.<\/p>\n How the Campaign Works<\/p>\n Participating in National Clean Out Your Closet Week is simple.<\/p>\n Step 1: Clean Out Your Closet<\/b><\/p>\n Gather gently used clothing, shoes and household items you no longer need and bring them to any Goodwill Industries of North Florida donation center<\/b>.<\/p>\n Step 2:<\/b> Enter to Win<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n Every donation made during the campaign week earns a sweepstakes entry. After donating, simply scan the QR code on your receipt or visit the campaign page to submit your entry.<\/p>\n Even better \u2014 multiple donations mean multiple chances to win<\/b><\/a>.<\/b><\/p>\n Step 3: Win Big<\/b><\/p>\n Goodwill will randomly select winners to receive:<\/p>\n $500 Visa Gift Card<\/b><\/p>\n<\/li>\n $250 Visa Gift Card<\/b><\/p>\n<\/li>\n $100 Visa Gift Card<\/b><\/p>\n<\/li>\n University of Florida Swag:<\/b>\u00a05 Gators x Nike Hats, 3 $50 UF Bookstore gift cards, and 4 tickets to a UF Gators Baseball game in April.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp Gift Basket:<\/b>\u00a04 tickets to be redeemed for a 2026 game of the winners choice, two shirts, two hats, a foam finger in a clear Jumbo Shrimp backpack ($250 value).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n It\u2019s time to declutter your closet, give back to your community, and enter for your chance to win a variety of great prizes. Enter via the QR code on your donation receipt or by clicking the button below. (Copyright 2026 by WJXT News4JAX – All rights reserved.)Special Appearances in Jacksonville<\/p>\n To make donation week even more exciting, Goodwill Industries of North Florida<\/b><\/a> is teaming up with the Jacksonville Jaguars for special community appearances.<\/p>\n Fans can drop off donations, take photos and meet some familiar Jaguars faces at these events:<\/p>\n Sunday, March 15 | 1\u20132 PM <\/b>Miramar Donation Center4448 Hendricks Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32207<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Saturday, March 21 | 1\u20132 PM <\/b>Lakewood Store5953 St. Augustine Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32207<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n During both appearances, Jaxson de Ville and members of The ROAR of the Jaguars will be on site greeting donors, collecting items and posing for photos. <\/p>\n The excitement isn\u2019t limited to Jacksonville.<\/p>\n In Alachua County, University of Florida fans can get inspired to clean out their closets by none other than Albert and Alberta Gator, who will help promote donation efforts throughout the week.<\/p>\n Look for donation excitement during these games:<\/p>\n Sunday, March 15:<\/b> UF Baseball vs. USC<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Saturday, March 21:<\/b> UF Softball vs. Tennessee<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Why Donating MattersNorth FL Goodwill’s National Clean Out Your Closet Week 2026 (Copyright 2026 by WJXT News4JAX – All rights reserved.)<\/p>\n Donating to Goodwill does more than free up closet space, it creates real impact in the community.<\/p>\n Every item donated helps generate revenue that supports programs designed to help people overcome barriers to employment.<\/p>\n When you donate, you help fund:<\/p>\n Job training and career services<\/b><\/p>\n<\/li>\n Employment placement programs<\/b><\/p>\n<\/li>\n Workforce development initiatives across North Florida<\/b><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Each year, these programs help thousands of individuals secure jobs and gain financial stability.<\/b><\/p>\n And of course, there are a few extra perks for donors:<\/p>\n \u2714 Declutter your home<\/p>\n \u2714 Support your community<\/p>\n \u2714 Enter to win a Visa gift card<\/p>\n Ready to Clean Out Your Closet?<\/p>\n If you\u2019ve been waiting for the perfect moment to start spring cleaning, this is it.<\/p>\n Gather your gently used clothing, shoes and household items and drop them off during National Clean Out Your Closet Week, March 15\u201321<\/b>.<\/p>\n Your donations could help change someone\u2019s future \u2014 and you might just walk away with a prize.<\/p>\n To learn more, find a donation center or enter the sweepstakes, visit: https:\/\/goodwillnorthfl.org\/national-clean-out-your-closet-week\/<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n Sponsored Content:<\/b> This article is part of a paid partnership with Goodwill Industries of North Florida.<\/p>\n\n
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