What retail stores shred/destroy their damaged clothing?

Question

It just came to my attention that Club Monaco destroys their damaged clothing items because they do not want to risk decreasing the value of the company name. Of course, this makes me think about other stored that do it. I believe there has to be an alternative way in recycling clothing to children who live in poverty. What I want to know is if anyone knows any other stores that do this? Thanks.

Answer 1

I know of the GAP but I am sure they all do it.  

Another thing you aren't considering is returns.  What if someone gets these clothes and then returns them.  Now the store is out the damaged good and given away its replacement.