Suitcases Put in Garbage Ways to Reduce Try Repairing Your Suitcase Save some money and save your suitcase from the trash by using this suitcase repair guide by Expert World Travel to fix anything from zippers and wheels to tears and cracks. Ways to Reuse Donate Working Suitcases If your suitcase is still usable, consider donating it. Places that accept luggage donations include foster care agencies, shelters and thrift stores.