Unsure what to do with your old cell phone, pots, and canned goods?
We’ve got you covered.
So, heres a quick guide to donating almost anything in your housefrom gently used shoes to old electronics.
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Clothing and Accessories
Clothing for all ages and sizes can bereused or repurposed.
The same is true for accessories, such as shoes, bags, and hats.
They use the proceeds to fulfill their missions, including Goodwills training and career programs.
Both provide tax receipts if you drop items off with their staff.
Charitable organizations like Soles4Souls will take new or gently used shoes and re-distribute them to people in need.
Local startups, shelters, and even daycare centers might appreciate furniture donations.
Contact them first and see if theyd be open to your delivery.
Habitat for Humanity Restore typically offers tax receipts.
If electronics are slightly broken or outdated, you may need to try a few alternatives.
Both companies offer to wipe the devices and recycle them to be refurbished later.
Kids Toys and Games
Beloved kids' toys come with nostalgia and clutter.
you could donate directly using your localbuy-nothing groupsor the Next Door App.
Some organizations may not accept car seats and cribs because of changing safety regulations and recalls.
Instead of throwing these away, consider donating them to thrift stores.
Gaming stores may also be willing to offer you trade-in credit.
Books and Magazines
School libraries and community centers accept used books and other reading materials.
Food and Canned Goods
Excessive food items can overcrowd your kitchen cabinets.
Otherwise, try Feeding America, Meals on Wheels, and otherUSDA recommended sites.
Try Food Rescue or GoodR.
Animal shelters and humane societies often welcome these items to provide comfort to animals.
Lions Club International accepts usable eyewear and hearing aids.
The Hearing Aid Project not only takes hearing aids, but also their batteries and accessories.
Refurbished and updated items can change the quality of life of people who really need them.
Many local gyms could accept some new-ish items.
Also, check with your mayors office of sports and recreation.
Some willingly accept items for redistribution to community centers and charities in your town or county.
Also, try Bikes for the World to see your beloved two wheels reach transportation-needy communities around the world.
Tool libraries are also emerging across the country.
Much like book libraries, these offer free access to tools for entire communities.
verify if your town has one that accepts donations.
