FAQs
Items We CANNOT Accept
- Furniture. ...
- Large exercise equipment.
- Pianos or organs.
- CRT TVs.
- CRT Computer Monitors.
- Household chemical products such as pesticides, paint, paint thinner, drain cleaner, oven cleaner, aerosols, and other environmentally unfriendly waste products.
Goodwill values your generous donations.
We gratefully accept everything from clothing, shoes and accessories to small household appliances and furniture, electronics, books, fine china, jewelry, art, and other collectibles in good or gently used condition.
What can I donate to Goodwill Los Angeles? ›
We accept everything from clothing and accessories to small household appliances and furnishings, computers, books, e-media, fine china, art and other collectibles in good or new condition.
Is Goodwill a local charity? ›
Here are five truths to know and share about our organization and mission. We are locally controlled and operated. We are one of 150+ Goodwill organizations in the U.S., each individually managed by a local CEO and volunteer Board of Directors.
What clothes should not be donated? ›
Clothes that should not be donated to a second hand store include ripped, stained, damaged or dirty items. You should not donate used items and clothes in poor condition because these items cannot be resold. Instead, damaged or dirty clothes should be recycled, upcycled or disposed of.
What items do charity shops not want? ›
Appliances and equipment
- Mains or bottled gas appliances (safety reasons). ...
- Microwaves (safety reasons). ...
- Electric fires (safety reasons).
- Oil heaters, petrol or diesel fuelled items (safety reasons).
- Computer hard drives (legal reasons). ...
- Bicycles (safety reasons). ...
- All types of protective headgear (safety reasons).
Here is a list of organizations and charities that will pick up your donations at no cost to you:
- The Salvation Army.
- Habitat for Humanity.
- Goodwill.
- Vietnam Veterans of America.
- The Furniture Bank Network.
- AMVETS National Service Foundation.
- The Arc.
- Greendrop.
How to Dispose Of Furniture in Los Angeles
- Donation and Reuse. One of the most ethical ways to dispose of furniture in Los Angeles is by donating it to local charities and nonprofit organizations. ...
- Reselling. ...
- Recycling. ...
- Bulk Item Pickup. ...
- Drop-off Centers. ...
- Hire a Junk Removal Service. ...
- Upcycling and DIY Projects.
You can support Patriots and Paws by donating furniture and other items. They offer free furniture pick up in Orange County that you can schedule online or by calling (714) 323-7229.
Is there a tax write off for donations to goodwill? ›
How much can you deduct for the gently used goods you donate to Goodwill? The IRS allows you to deduct fair market value for gently-used items. The quality of the item when new and its age must be considered. The IRS requires an item to be in good condition or better to take a deduction.
Steve Preston is the CEO of Goodwill. He received total compensation worth $1,188,733, including a base salary of $350,200, bonuses worth $87,550, retirement benefits of $71,050, and $637,864 in other reportable compensation.
How much of every dollar to Goodwill goes to charity? ›
We want you to be assured that your donations are being used wisely, so here are the facts about Goodwill: Across the country, Goodwill spends about 82 cents of every dollar on programs and services for people in need.
What is the cheapest day to go to Goodwill? ›
According to Goodwill, the perfect time slot to shop at thrift stores is in the morning on both Monday and Tuesday. This is because, at least as far as Goodwill is concerned, people tend to donate garage sale remnants on Sunday, so the pickings are new and fresh come early weekdays.
What items does Goodwill accept in Washington state? ›
Domestics: Clothing, shoes and boots, jewelry, hats, gloves, mittens scarves, linens, curtains, blankets, games, toys, books, and sports equipment etc.
What items does goodwill not accept Texas? ›
Goodwill does NOT accept the following items:
- Ammunitions or weapons.
- Automobile mechanical parts.
- Tires.
- Building materials, including paint.
- Hazardous materials, including chemicals.
- Mattresses/box springs/sleeper sofas/bed pillows and water bed components.
The CT Goodwill also turns away the following items:
- Building materials (lumbar, tile, grout, paint, counter-tops, etc)
- Carpet or carpet padding.
- Household chemicals, paint, cleaning products Inflammable materials (paint thinner, turpentine, etc.)
- Kitchen and bathroom fixtures (cabinets, vanities, counters, etc.)
Yes, Furniture. Either Drop it off for Free or Schedule a Premium Service Pick up for a Fee. If you can bring it to us, we're always happy to receive your furniture and over-sized donations in good condition at our Goodwill stores.
