It’s an unfortunate fact that many people in the United States just throw away their clothing and household items when they no longer want or need them. According to recent research, 12 million tons of clothing and textiles are thrown away every year. In addition to throwing out these items, the average American is responsible for 4.5 pounds of trash every day. Over the course of a year, this amounts to around 1.5 tons of solid waste that ends up in the country’s various landfills. Other Americans, however, realize the importance of recycling and donating. In 2011, for example, approximately…