Looking to donate household items safely and eco-friendly in San Francisco? I gotchu.
Cause: founded in 1982, operates as a nonprofit retail organization that accepts donated items on behalf of over 200 Bay Area charities, sells them in store, and then disburses the proceeds to those partner organizations. When you donate items, you have the option to choose which local charity will benefit.
Accepts Donations: Items should be in clean and sellable condition. Some items are subject to refusal. If we have to throw it away, it’s an expense to us and the charities we serve.
- Clean, gently used adult clothing and shoes
- Children’s clothing and shoes
- Jewelry and Accessories
- Art and Collectibles
- Household Furniture
- Housewares
- Movies and Music
- Electronics
- Books
❌ No Donations:
- children’s items (toys, cribs, etc.)
- furniture
- electronics + e-waste
- exercise gear
- medical supplies
- soft textiles like pillows/blankets
- more+
- Address: 623 Valencia St, San Francisco, CA 94110
- Phone Number: (415) 861-4910
- Email: donate@communitythriftsf.org
- Shopping Hours: Daily from 10:00 am to 7:00 pm
- Donation Drop-Off Hours: Daily from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm (subject to holiday changes)
- Donation Entrance: is located on Sycamore Alley, which runs parallel to 18th Street and intersects Mission and Valencia Streets. It’s on the south side of the building.
Furniture Pickup Service
- Available by appointment: For larger furniture donations, they offer a FREE pickup service in San Francisco, available Sunday through Thursday
- How to schedule: Fill out their online furniture donation form or email donate@communitythriftsf.org if you’re having technical issues
- Pickup guidelines:
- Ideally have at least two large pieces, or a smaller item of high value
- Ensure items are accessible (e.g., near a ground-floor entrance); drivers can handle up to two flights of stairs, or more if an elevator is available
Homeless Prenatal Program (HPP)
Cause: helps empower homeless and low-income families to find within themselves the strength and confidence they need to transform their lives.
Accepts Donations:
- Diapers, wipes, and unopened formula
- Open packs of diapers and wipes
- For other needed items (e.g. for baby showers, books), check their Wish Lists
❌ No Donations: used clothing or baby items
- Address: 2500 18th Street, San Francisco, CA 94110
- Main Phone: (415) 546-6756
- Client Services Phone: (415) 754-0581
- Donation Hours: Tuesdays and Fridays, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
- Drop Off Location: Use the garage side entrance when dropping off
- For questions specifically about in-kind donations (beyond diapers/wipes/formula), email: sharonbechtol@homelessprenatal.org
St. Anthony Foundation (Free Clothing Program)
Cause: our mission is to feed, heal, shelter, clothe, lift the spirits of those in need, and create a society in which all persons flourish.
Accepts Donations: Clean, gently used clothing and shoes (men’s, women’s, children’s), as well as luggage, towels, linens, and unopened hygiene products. See accepted list
❌ No Donations:
- Address: 121 Golden Gate Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94102
- Hours: Mon–Sat, 10 am–4 pm (curbside drop-off)
- Phone: (415) 241-2600
- Email: clothing@stanthonysf.org
- Note: Closed on special dates in 2025 (e.g. Jan 1, MLK Day—see website for full list)
Box up your donations of clean, new or gently-used clothing, and send it to us at:
- St. Anthony Foundation – Free Clothing Program, 150 Golden Gate Ave, San Francisco, CA 94102
- If you’d like us to send you a receipt, please include a note inside the box with your name, contact information, and the monetary value of your donation.
Scroungers Center for Re-usable Art Parts (SCRAP)
Cause:
Accepts Donations: Arts & crafts materials (fabric, yarn, beads, paper, paints, markers, office supplies, vintage toys, etc.)
Donation Guidelines & Limits
- Up to 2 bags or boxes: Drop-ins are welcome during donation hours—no appointment needed
- Over 2 boxes or bags: Appointment required. Email a list (with photos) to donate@scrap-sf.org to schedule
- More than 6 boxes/bags: You can schedule a pick-up for a fee, depending on your location in the Bay Area (e.g. SF $25, Daly City $30, etc.)
- Address: 2150 Newcomb Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94124
- Phone Number: (415) 647-1746
- Email: scrap@scrap-sf.org
- Shopping Hours (Depot open to public): Tuesday through Sunday, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Closed on Mondays
- Material Donation Drop-Off Hours: Tuesday through Saturday, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM; Closed on Sundays and Mondays for donations
- Upcoming Donation Pause: No donations accepted from September 15 to September 22, 2025
Salvation Army Donation Center
Cause: Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
Accepts Donations: Usable clothing, shoes, housewares, art supplies, CDs/DVDs, toys, books, linens, hardware/tools, planters/pots, and more usable items
Valencia Street Thrift Store
- Address: 1501 Valencia Street, San Francisco, CA 94110
- Phone: (415) 401-0698
- Store Hours:
- Monday–Saturday: 9 am – 7 pm
- Sunday: 10 am – 6 pm
- Donation Hours & Notes:
- Donation drop-offs accepted during store hours.
- Schedule a pickup or check acceptable items via Salvation Army’s drop-off scheduler or by calling 1-800-SA-TRUCK.
Geary Boulevard Thrift Store
- Address: 3921 Geary Blvd, San Francisco, CA 94118
- Phone: (415) 876-6390
- Store & Donation Hours:
- Monday–Saturday: 9 am – 7 pm
- Sunday: 10 am – 6 pm
- Accepted Donations:
- Clothing, shoes, art supplies, toys, reusable books, linens, kitchenware (e.g., pots, pans, toasters, microwaves), as well as CDs, DVDs, and certain household items.
- For business donations, please call ahead with item types and quantity.
Cesar Chavez Street Donation Center
- Address: 3550 Cesar Chavez Street, San Francisco, CA 94110
- Phone: 1-800-728-7825 (Salvation Army’s national donation line)
- Donation Drop-Off Hours:
- Monday–Saturday: 9 am – 6 pm
- Sunday: 10 am – 6 pm
- Items Accepted: Usable clothing, shoes, art supplies, CDs, DVDs, toys, books, reusable linens, cassette tapes, hardware & tools, planters/pots, artwork.
Other Nearby Locations
South San Francisco Thrift Store (outside SF proper)
- Address: 1170 Mission Road, South San Francisco, CA 94080
- Phone: (650) 873-3006
- Hours: Monday-Saturday: 9 am – 8 pm; Sunday: 10 am – 6 pm
San Rafael Thrift Store
- Address: 350 4th Street, San Rafael, CA 94901
- Phone: (415) 454-7201
- Hours: Monday-Saturday: 9 am – 7 pm; Sunday: 10 am – 6 pm
GoodWill
Cause: Goodwill® works to enhance the dignity and quality of life of individuals and families by strengthening communities, eliminating barriers to opportunity, and helping people in need reach their full potential through learning and the power of work.
Accepts Items: Clothing, shoes, accessories, books, small furniture, electronics, and household goods.
Goodwill Haight-Ashbury
- Address: 1700 Haight St, San Francisco, CA 94117
- Phone: (415) 738-5606
- Store Hours:
- Monday–Saturday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Sunday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Donation Drop-Off Hours:
- Monday–Saturday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Sunday: Closed
- Notes: Known for its curated vintage section and a wide selection of furniture and household items.
Goodwill Fillmore
- Address: 1669 Fillmore St, San Francisco, CA 94115
- Phone: (415) 441-0800
- Store Hours:
- Monday–Saturday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Sunday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Donation Drop-Off Hours:
- Monday–Saturday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Sunday: Closed
- Notes: Offers a mix of vintage and contemporary clothing, with a clean and organized shopping environment.
Goodwill West Portal Boutique
- Address: 61 West Portal Ave, San Francisco, CA 94127
- Phone: (415) 242-0400
- Store Hours:
- Monday–Saturday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Sunday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Donation Drop-Off Hours:
- Monday–Saturday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Sunday: Closed
- Notes: A boutique-style store featuring a curated selection of designer brands and quality clothing.
Goodwill Donation Center – Wisconsin St & 16th St
- Address: 121 Wisconsin St, San Francisco, CA 94107
- Phone: (415) 575-2104
- Donation Hours: Daily, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Accepted Items: Clothing, shoes, books, toys, linens, small appliances (working and non-working), electronics (including e-waste), CDs, DVDs, art, planters, and more.
- Notes: This center accepts donations from both residents and businesses. For business donations, it’s recommended to call ahead with details about the items and quantity.
Out of the Closet
Cause: Out of the Closet’s mission is twofold: by providing HIV testing at select Thrift Store locations, prevention efforts are strengthened, and by generating the funding for HIV/AIDS programs and services, more HIV/AIDS-affected individuals have continued access to care and treatment.
Accepted Items
- Furniture (in good condition)
- Kitchenware (e.g., pots, pans, usable appliances)
- Home décor, artwork
- Appliances, electronics (if in working condition)
- Tools, musical instruments
- Clothing (men’s and women’s, adult sizes)
- Shoes (teen & adult sizes)
- Books, CDs, DVDs, records
- Film & TV memorabilia, estate liquidations Out of the Closet Thrift Stores
❌ No Donations
- Printers, scanners, fax machines
- Mattresses, water beds, bedding & linens, towels
- Old TVs and appliances over three years old
- Medical supplies
- Built-in appliances
- Children’s toys & books (varies by location), children’s clothing & accessories (e.g. car seats, cribs, high chairs)
- Automobiles
- Office furniture or corporate items
In-Store Drop-Off
- Bring your small or moderate-size donations directly to either location during their store hours.
- Friendly staff will assist you, and you can request a tax receipt as donations are tax-deductible
Schedule a Pick-Up
For larger, bulky items (like furniture), you can schedule a pickup using their online form, and a team will collect items from your home.
Polk Street (Nob Hill)
- Address: 1498 Polk Street, San Francisco, CA 94109
- Phone: (415) 771-1503
Folsom Street (SoMa)
- Address: 1295 Folsom Street, San Francisco, CA 94103
- Phone: (415) 558-7176
Friends of the San Francisco Public Library
Cause: They raise private philanthropic and earned revenue through programs like their used-book resale. Funds support SFPL’s programming, collections, services, and advocacy for strong local public funding.
Accepts Donations: Books, comics, CDs, DVDs, LPs—especially popular, technical, academic, collectible titles in good condition; they do not accept moldy, damaged items, encyclopedias, heavily annotated books, magazines, or school library discards.
- Address: 1630 17th Street, San Francisco, CA 94107 (Potrero Hill)
- Hours & drop-off: By appointment only, drop-offs go to a donation bin inside.
- Administrative hours: Mon–Fri, 9 am–5 pm. Use (415) 522-8606 to schedule
- Phone: Donation Center: (415) 522-8606; Administrative: (415) 626-7500
Electronics
Recology San Francisco Transfer Station
- Address: 501 Tunnel Ave, San Francisco, CA 94134
- Phone: (415) 330-1400
- Hours:
- Transfer Station: Monday–Friday: 7:00 AM – 4:30 PM; Saturday: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM; Sunday: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
- Household Hazardous Waste Facility: Thursday–Saturday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Accepted Items:
- Up to 30 electronic items per month for free if delivered without any other type of material.
- Items include computers, monitors, TVs, printers, and other small electronics.
- Not Accepted:
- Electronics mixed with trash (regular tipping fees apply).
- Freon appliances like refrigerators and air conditioners.
- Large appliances such as stoves, dishwashers, and washing machines.
San Francisco Conservation Corps (SFCC)
- Address: 3120 16th St, San Francisco, CA 94103
- Phone: (415) 550-1100
- Hours: Monday–Friday: 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM
- Accepted Items:
- E-waste, including computers, monitors, TVs, and other electronics.
- Tires and mattresses.
- Not Accepted:
- Hazardous materials and large appliances.
GreenCitizen
- Address: 1831 Bayshore Hwy, Suite 2, Burlingame, CA 94010
- Phone: (650) 493-8700
- Hours: Monday–Friday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Saturday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Accepted Items:
- Computers, monitors, TVs, UPS batteries, and network switches.
- Other electronics with a recycling fee of $1/lb.
- Not Accepted:
- Furniture, light bulbs, large appliances (stoves, washers, dryers), Styrofoam, non-rechargeable batteries, items containing liquid mercury, smoke detectors, and medical electronics.
Cole Hardware (Multiple Locations)
- Locations:
- Cole Street: 956 Cole St, San Francisco, CA 94117
- Rockridge: 5533 College Ave, Oakland, CA 94618
- Phone: (415) 863-3940
- Hours:
- Monday–Friday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Saturday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Sunday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Accepted Items:
- Used rechargeable batteries, cell phones, expired cartridges, small electronics, and other items.
- Not Accepted:
- Large appliances, furniture, and hazardous materials.
Best Buy (Colma Location)
- Address: 100 Colma Blvd, Colma, CA 94014
- Phone: (650) 757-1154
- Hours:
- Monday–Saturday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Sunday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Accepted Items:
- TVs, printers, ink toners, appliances, cell phones, cameras, video games, and more.
- Not Accepted:
- Items not listed on their recycling program
MINA
Cause: A smarter way to buy and sell baby gear – with trust, smart suggestions, and stress-free pickup.
Accepts Donations: No Limit as of 3/11/26
- Address: San Francisco, CA (Mission Bay)
- Hours & drop-off: By appointment only
- Contact: hello@getmina.app
Building Resources
Cause: A smarter way to buy and sell baby gear – with trust, smart suggestions, and stress-free pickup.
Accepts Donations:
- Appliances
- Air Conditioners
- Brick
- Cabinets
- Carpeting
- Doors
- Electrical
- Flooring
- Furnaces
- Furniture
- Garage Doors
- Glass
- Landscaping Rocks
- Lighting
- Lumber
- Moulding trim
- Planters/Pots
- Plumbing Fixtures
- Plywood
- Roofing
- Tile
- Tools
- Water heaters
- Windows
Donation Guide:
- Materials must be immediately reusable and not missing parts.
- All items must be approved by a staff member.
- We reserve the right to refuse anything.
- If it is not on our list of materials we receive, we do not want it.
- Donation receipt available upon request.
- Address: 701 Amador St, San Francisco, CA 94124
- Hours & drop-off: 7 days a week, 9:00 am – 3:00 pm only
- Contact: (415) 285-7814
ReCARES
Cause: A smarter way to buy and sell baby gear – with trust, smart suggestions, and stress-free pickup.
Accepts Donations: Supplies: We accept packages of diapers, panty pads, bed pads, latex and vinyl gloves, wipes, unopened hygiene products, wound care supplies, nutritional supplement, etc.
We accept clean and functional equipment in good condition that can fit into a small storage unit, including but not limited to:
- Grabbers
- Wheelchairs
- Transport chairs
- 4-wheel walkers (aka rollators)
- Knee/back/arm/leg braces
- Shower chairs
- Transfer benches
- Toilet risers
- Small, folding orthopedic supports
- Floor-to-ceiling poles
- Blood pressure machines
- Portable O2 concentrators
- Canes
- Address: 63 Dorland Street, San Francisco, CA 94110
- Hours & drop-off: Thursdays, 10 AM-3 PM
- Contact: 415-487-5405
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