The DI encourages donations of “gently used” clothing, but clothing that does come in with stains or tears is used. It’s cleaned then shredded and used to stuff blankets and pillows at the LDS church’s humanitarian center.

Is Deseret Industries Only in Utah?

Over the years, Deseret Industries has continued to expand. There are now 43 retail stores across seven states—Utah, California, Arizona, Idaho, Washington, Nevada, and Oregon.

Do Mormons own Deseret Industries?

Deseret Industries is a nonprofit business enterprise owned and operated by the Church, designed to provide employment and to aid in the economic rehabilitation of disadvantaged persons.

What is the meaning of Deseret?

In Utah: Statehood of Utah. …in 1849 under the name Deseret, a word from the sacred Book of Mormon meaning “honeybee” and signifying industry.

Does the DI take socks?

When making donations please remember that used socks are not fit for donation. Doing so will enable the workers at D.I. to process more of the usable clothes that are donated and help more people.

Is Provo di taking donations?

Stores will accept donations by appointment only. Visit to schedule a time. Donations of mattresses and box springs are no longer accepted. See a full list of prohibited items at

What is the purpose of Deseret Industries?

McKay said of Deseret Industries: “The real purpose of the industries is to produce independence on the part of each individual, to make him self-supporting, to replace idleness with thrift and productivity. The Deseret Industries was established for the benefit of the individual.”

Is Deseret Industries a 501c3?

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DESERET INTERNATIONAL CHARITIES is a 501(c)(3) organization, with an IRS ruling year of 1941, and donations may or may not be tax-deductible.

Why is Utah not called Deseret?

The government found the “State of Deseret” to be an unsuitable name, and instead proposed the name “Utah.” The name Utah had appeared on maps as early as 1720 as yutta, an alternative spelling of Ute, one of the peoples indigenous to the region.

Who owns the Deseret News?

In addition to its award-winning website and mobile app, the Deseret News publishes a weekly edition (delivered by mail), Deseret Magazine, and the Church News. The Deseret News is a subsidiary of the Deseret Management Corporation, which is owned by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.