Recycle Unwanted Clothes and Raise Funds for Your School!
Dragon Bags is a free fundraising scheme that helps schools across Wales raise funds through textile recycling. Our aim is to support every school in achieving its fundraising goals while also diverting textiles from landfill.
‘Daffi the Dragon’ is our company mascot, and we encourage every school to hold at least one ‘Daffi Day’ per term. This initiative helps develop students’ awareness of textile recycling while providing a valuable opportunity to raise much-needed funds.
At Dragon Bags, we offer flexible collection options to suit your needs, including one-off collection days, biodegradable recycling bags, and indoor collection boxes. While textile banks are not available on request, we can assess whether one is the right fit for your school. Whatever your recycling goals, we work with you to find the best solution.
How it works
1. Choose Your Collection Option
One-off Collection Day – Arrange a hassle-free collection for a quick and easy fundraising boost.
BoxDrop – Receive an indoor collection box to gather textiles over time.
Biodegradable Daffi Bags – Order a supply of eco-friendly bags for an ongoing collection drive.
External Textile Bank (Available by Assessment) – If your school generates a high volume of textiles, we can assess whether a textile bank is the right solution.
2. Collect Your Items
Fill your bags, BoxDrop, or textile bank with unwanted clothes and shoes – see what we accept here.
3. Schedule a Collection
When your bags or box are full, simply contact us to arrange a pickup.
4. Weigh & Pay
We collect your items on an agreed date, weigh them, and issue a receipt.
Your payment is transferred within 5 working days based on the weight collected.
What happens to my clothes next?
Well, once your clothes are loaded onto our van they start a journey that could take them to any corner of the world.
Different items will be more likely to end up in different climates – one thing all the clothes do have in common is that they are going to a place where they will provide affordable clothing to people who need it.
Our Charity Partner
The Fire Fighters Charity is an excellent charity actively supporting fire fighters in need. Whether injured, ill or in need of psychological support to come to terms with the life and death situations they face on a daily basis, they exist to support the everyday heroes of the UK fire community.
Dragon Bags is a trading name of Roberts Recycling Ltd, which is proud to be an official recycling partner of The Firefighters Charity. Each year The Firefighters Charity relies on textile recycling to help meet it’s fundraising targets. If you would like to use you’re Dragon Box to support this charity then please inform us when booking.
FAQs
Which collection option is best for my school or organisation?
Each option has its own benefits:
- One-off Daffi Day Collection – Perfect for schools, community groups, and organisations looking for a quick and easy way to raise funds without needing long-term storage.
- BoxDrop (Indoor Collection Box) – Ideal for schools, pre-schools, and community centres where textiles can be continuously collected throughout the week in a designated indoor space.
- Biodegradable Daffi Bags – A flexible option for ongoing collections where participants can use eco-friendly bags to gather textiles at their own pace.
- External Textile Bank (Available by Assessment) – Suitable for schools that generate a high volume of textiles regularly and have limited indoor space. Since banks are a significant investment, we will assess whether this is the best solution for your school.
If you’re unsure which option works best, contact us, and we’ll help you choose the most suitable recycling solution for your needs!
Where can I place the BoxDrop or external bank?
The boxes must be placed indoors, ideally in a busy, well used area and somewhere our drivers can easily gain access to during business hours. External banks are placed outdoors and can be used to raise funds all year round.
How often will my BoxDrop or external bank be emptied?
Boxes and banks can be emptied as many times as required. All we ask if that the box / bank is full before you request a collection. For boxes, this is usually within a week of your call.
How much do you pay per kilo or tonne of clothing?
We pay up to 30p per kilo which is £300 per tonne of clothing.
What areas do you cover?
We operate at schools throughout the whole of Wales.
What items do you accept?
Please check out our items we accept page for a full list of items that we can and can’t accept for recycling.
Do you have any tips or resources for promoting my collection?
We do indeed – head over our promotion tips page for a poem that can be read out or played at assembly and check our fundraising tips page for some great ideas on how to make the most from your collection.
How do I get started?
Getting started is easy! Simply choose the collection option that works best for you:
- One-off Daffi Day Collection – Arrange a hassle-free textile collection for a quick fundraising boost.
- BoxDrop (Indoor Collection Box) – Request a collection box to gather textiles over time.
- Biodegradable Daffi Bags – Order a supply of eco-friendly bags for an ongoing collection drive.
- External Textile Bank (Available by Assessment) – If your school collects large volumes of textiles, we can discuss whether a textile bank is the right fit.
Fill out our simple online form, and we’ll arrange everything for you. When you’re ready for a collection, just let us know! If you’d prefer to speak to us directly, call us on 08000 142 412.
Get Started
Arrange a Daffi Day
Arrange a Daffi Day and order some Dragon Bags to start fundraising for your school
Request a BoxDrop
Request your FREE Dragon Bags BoxDrop today and start raising funds for your school or chosen cause!
Interested in a Textile Recycling Bank?
External textile banks are a great way to support long-term textile recycling and fundraising. However, due to high demand, textile banks are not available on request. Instead, we work with each school to determine the most suitable recycling solution.
If your school generates a high volume of textiles, and has space for a bank, we can assess whether this is the best option for you. Alternatively, we offer one-off collection days, biodegradable Daffi bags, and BoxDrop indoor collection boxes, which may be a better fit for your needs.
Contact us today to discuss your recycling options!