What happens when someone donates something unusable or damaged beyond repair?
RECYCLING, that’s what happens! Clothing that we are unable to use is recycled with the proceeds then directed back into funding our life-saving programs.
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How to Prepare Your Donations:
Recall List: www.cpsc.gov/Recalls
Fabric covered furniture should be clean and odor free without obvious rips or tears.
Loose items should be boxed or bagged to minimize breakage.
Due to insurance liability, our drivers cannot move items from upper floors; items must be on the first floor unless your building has an elevator.
Items ThriftWise is unable to accept
We greatly appreciate your help and please note that there are certain types of items we do not accept. Some items may be subject to the manager on duty or driver’s discretion as to whether they can accept them in the stores or meet the needs of our clients.
We cannot accept recalled items. Please check the latest list from the Consumer Product Safety Commission, www.cpsc.gov/Recalls
Mattresses (except new or in original wrap), sofa sleepers, futons, car seats older than 4 years, and cribs of any kind
Built-in Appliances including light fixtures including-dishwashers, stove top ranges, ovens, trash compactors and BBQ pits
Building supplies, paint, chemicals and household cleaners
Over sized desks, metal desks, and commercial office equipment
Technology and TV equipment over 4 years old, non-working electronics, floor model copiers, fax printers
Large items including- entertainment centers, pianos, pool tables, basketball hoops, fish tanks
Sharp objects including- knives and mirrors or glass without frames
Media including VHS Tapes and magazines