It is nice to get fabric from other people, but one can only use so much of it, or make so many quilts in a year. It is hard for me to get rid of even the smallest piece, but I just have to do it. Luckily for me, SWALCO (solid waste agency of lake county (IL)) has a recycling program that also includes used clothing and fabric. If they get something that can be used, they will send it to the thrift store, if it's something that can't be used, it goes to a recycling plant that will recycle the fabric into rags and other things. Even worn out shoes are recycled! Maybe other communities have a similar program.