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J&L HOME ORGANIZING DONATION GUIDE
There are so many places in your local communities to donate items that you no longer need. Here are just a few examples of places you may not have thought of. There are always more and we are happy to help you look for the best place to pass on the love of your items.
Women's Shelters
Women's Shelters
Women's Shelters
Animal Shelters
Women's Shelters
Women's Shelters
children's homes
Women's Shelters
children's homes
schools/daycares
habitat for humanity
children's homes
habitat for humanity
habitat for humanity
habitat for humanity
hospitals
habitat for humanity
habitat for humanity
donation items often requested
- WORK CLOTHING – Business attire is in demand by certain charities that help the needy find jobs.
- BOOKS - Good condition books can be donated to libraries, daycare centers, schools and retirement homes, etc.
- CELL PHONES – Most wireless stores accept used cell phones, as do many police stations.
- ELECTRONICS – Before giving up your laptop or desktop, erase all data. Many electronics stores will help you with that for a small fee. Once the device is scrubbed clean, many charities would be happy to take it. Some stores will recycle electronics at no cost.
- TELEVISIONS – Only flat screens are accepted by charities.
- CRAFT SUPPLIES – Preschools, transition homes and women's shelters, and senior centers are your best bet.
- MEDICAL SUPPLIES – You may have to do a bit of searching, but there are various charities that take these.
- WEDDING/PROM DRESSES – Charitable options vary significantly by region.
- BUILDING SUPPLIES – Habitat for Humanity is the first place to call if you have any leftover lumber, faucets, sinks, tiles, etc.
- BIKES – You may want to consider a bicycle-specific charity that helps the needy in the U.S. or abroad.
- SHEETS/TOWELS – Some charities accept them but many do not, so do your research. An animal shelter is another option.
- MEDICATIONS – Drop-off sites vary by area. Some police stations and local government offices will take your prescription meds. Don’t flush them down the toilet! There is a risk of contaminating the water supply.
- TOILETRIES – Unopened shampoo bottles and other personal hygiene products are sought-after items by many charities