Where do you take donations, recycling, and trash? What can I donate? What about hazmat?
Donation Basics
Would you use it? Donate useable items in good condition
Is it clean? Ensure clothing is washed and items are free of dust/dirt
Is it too heavy? Please ensure the donation bags and boxes are a manageable weight
Where & What can I Donate?
In the United States there are three major donation centers:
Goodwill
General Items:
- Clothing
- Housewares and Small Home Appliances
- Toys and Games
- Books and Textbooks
- Bikes, Skateboards, and Scooters
- Shoes
- Purses, Bags, and Luggage
- Home Décor
- Movies, Music, and Media
- Sporting Goods
- Jewelry
- Bedding and Linens
See more information about large donations, electronic donations, and items they DO NOT accept.
Salvation Army
- Household Appliances
- Automobiles
- Clothing
- Furniture
- Household Goods
- Electronics
Learn more about specific items to donate and how to value donations.
Habitat for Humanity
- Household Appliances
- Furniture
- Building Materials
- Household Goods
- Electronics
Find a resell store near you and learn more about what you can donate.
Can I Schedule A Donation Pick Up?
Yes! All of the above centers offer Donation Pick Up Options!
You can also reach out to your local Waste Management for help!
How Do I Donate Large Bulk Items?
- The simplest solution is to post it online for free for someone to pick up. Tip: I always tell them to bring a friend to help so you can avoid the heavy lifting.
- Schedule a free pick up with a donation center
- Schedule a free pick up with your local garbage or recycling company.
What Can I Recycle?
According to the Environmental Protection Agency, the most common recyclables are:
- Paper/Cardboard
- Plastics
- Glass
- Aluminum
- Batteries
- Electronics
- Food
- Lawn Materials
- Used Oil
- Household Hazardous Waste
- Tires
- Metal
- Miscellaneous
What NOT to throw in the trash?
- Aerosol spray
- Alcohols
- Bleach
- Camping equipment
- Batteries
- Lightbulbs
- Electronics with lithium batteries
- Dry ice
- Fragrances & Essential oils
- Fuel
- Paints & Paint thinners/removers
- Wood treatment products
What are Hazardous Materials? What needs to be disposed of separately?
What if there’s just too many donations, recycling, and trash?
Consider renting a dumpster or hiring a junk remover.