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The Salvation Army
Schedule a pick up: 1-800-SA-Truck (1-800-728-7825)
Items accepted: Appliances, automobiles, children’s clothing, furniture, household goods, men and women’s clothing, answering machines, bicycles, board games, books (hard and paperback), CDs, computer monitors, computer printers and systems, copiers, DVDs, DVD Players/VCRs, edgers, golf clubs, ice skates, luggage, lawn mowers (push and riding), radios, roller blades, sewing machines, stereos, stuffed animals, tennis rackets, typewriters, umbrellas and vacuum cleaners.
Buffalo City Mission
Donation drop off, pick up service.
Schedule a pick up:
716-348-3150
Please see website for a list of current needs.
Goodwill
Drop off bins, donation centers and retail stores.
Phone: (716) 854-3494
Items accepted: gently used clothing, household goods, furniture, books and electronics including computers and computer parts, flat screen monitors, printers, video-gaming systems, flat screen televisions, radios, cell phones, VCR’s, DVD players, etc.
Items NOT accepted: Cribs and bumper pads, car seats, strollers, jumpers, playpens, baby walkers, baby gates, children’s bicycle helmets, bunk beds, halogen floor lamps, bean bag chairs, children’s plastic dishes, utensils, cups, bottles, chemicals, paints and solvents, propane tanks, weapons and explosives, construction materials, large appliances, mattresses, analog TVs and computer monitors older televisions-picture tube, wooden console or projection-or older model computer monitors.
Wear ‘ n Share
Drop off location.
Phone: 716-225-3539
Accepts new and used children’s clothing, coats, and shoes.
See website for a list of current needs
Dress for Success
Drop off location.
Phone: 716-842-0602
Clothing accepted: Interview appropriate suits and blouses, professional separates including blouses, slacks, skirts, dresses, blazers and jackets, work appropriate shoes, jewelry and scarves, handbags (briefcases, portfolios or work appropriate handbag), plus sizes.
Eye Glass Donations
Most eye care places collect used glasses.
The Lions Club also accepts them.
Amvets
Fill out online form to schedule a pick up.
Items accepted: Gently used clothing, household items, and furniture.
Bucks 4 Books
Retail Stores.
Location and Phone:
1601 Elmwood Ave
Buffalo, NY 14207
(716)876-7700
Items accepted: Used textbooks
Habitat for Humanity
Drop off locations or pick up service.
Schedule a pickup: 716-852-6607
Items accepted:New or gently used condition..
Furniture, large and small appliances, building materials, hardware, electrical items, plumbing items, windows and doors, flooring, couches, cabinetry.
Items NOT accepted: mattresses or box springs, clothing, children’s toys and hazardous materials.
Wheels for Wishes
Drop off or pick up service.
Schedule a pickup: 1-855-238-9474
Donate almost any vehicle regardless of whether it is running or not.
Items accepted: Cars, boats, RV’s or motor homes, motorcycles.
Journey’s End Refugee Services
Drop off or pick up service.
Schedule a pickup: 716-783-5979
Items accepted: Person care items, housekeeping items, lamps, clock, towels, paper products, pens/pencils, pillows, shower curtains, blankets, dishes, pots/pans, school items, cooking utensils, strollers, fans, umbrellas, TV/DVD player, furniture, clothing.
Items NOT accepted: Large TV’s, entertainment centers, old computer tables, sofa beds, mattresses, box springs, head boards or bed frames, large appliances
Vietnam Veterans of America
Drop off or pickup services.
Schedule a pickup: 1-800-459-8387
Items accepted:Clothing, shoes, baby items, kitchenware, furniture, small appliances.
Ecoatm
Walmart drop boxes.
Items accepted: Cell phones, tablets, chargers, MP3 players.
Animal Shelters
Check your local animal shelters as they are always in need of things such as newspapers, zip lock bags, blankets, towels, pet supplies, cleaning supplies and so much more. Check each shelters website for current, specific needs!
Misc. and other disposal:
During the holidays, hospitals, charities and shelters have wish lists – be sure to visit their website or social media pages, or call during the holiday season for more information!
Recyclenation
Search your zip code and the item that you are looking to recycle! This is a great resource for disposing of electronics, paint, gasoline (and propane tanks), cardboard, organic waste and SO much more!
Find a Charity
Find a charity that will pick up your clothing and household item donations!
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