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Local Donation Sites!

October 21, 2016 by Jessica Leave a Comment

Here is a list of local places in Buffalo that accepts donations where you can bring your unwanted or unneeded items! If you are looking for a specific item to donate and do not want to search the entire posting, press (Ctrl+F) to find the item you are looking for!

Be sure to scroll to the bottom of the page for additional resources!

The Salvation Army

 

Pick up service, drop-off bins, community centers and stores.
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

 

Pick up service, thrift stores.
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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Home Organizing: Where to Start

July 1, 2016 by Jessica Leave a Comment

Just the idea of decluttering  and organizing your home can be overwhelming. It seems almost impossible to find the motivation to clean up and organize your home because you simply don’t know where to begin. With Organized by Jm, you don’t have to do it alone!

Start Here:

There are some basic tips and questions to ask yourself when you decide to make the step towards bettering your life. The truth is in any home, the “stuff” is coming in faster then we are moving it out. In order to avoid this or slow the process down, you need to have a plan. Maybe you would like to have a garage sale or donate unused or unwanted items.

The first important piece of this process is, you must know what you have. Often we purchase duplicates of things in our home because we cannot find them, or we forget about them because they are not in a place where we see it.

During our time together there are questions that I always initially ask my clients to figure out their needs, wants and hopes for their space. These questions can help to put in waperspective for you, what is really most important to you:

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There are some questions that I then want you to ask yourself. This always helps to get the ball rolling if you are feeling a bit stuck.

  • How many of these do I really need?
  • How many of these do I actually use?
  • When was the last time I used this?

Purging, as I always say, is essential to organizing. Without moving things out, we are just moving the “stuff” around the house. I don’t want anyone to ever feel that an organizer is going to come in their home, and throw out all of their stuff. These are your items and they mean something to you, and as a client- YOU mean everything to ME.

We all like to hold onto items because we feel like we have to.

For example, birthday or Christmas cards, maybe a physical gift someone gave us. We feel like we need to keep these items because if we got rid of them we would feel guilty, or obligated but the truth is – you will feel so much better after they are gone from our space, as they are taking up space!

Holding onto items “just in case” will end up causing you unneeded stress in the long run. Storage space is limited, and you need to take advantage of every bit of it that you have. When you make the decision to purchase an item that will stay in your home, make sure to have a plan for that item, and make sure you need it.

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Purged? Now what?!

February 21, 2016 by Jessica Leave a Comment

OK – so you have taken the first step in organizing and started to purge things that you are not using. You now have piles throughout the room, and you are thinking oh no, NOW WHAT?
You don’t want to just throw everything out, huh?

Let me help! There are SO many ways to repurpose unwanted items in your home without just having to throw them in the trash! Ever think, “I paid good money for that!” and either never used it or have no use for it in your space? Well keep reading for some ideas to repurpose those items!

        1. Recycle. Sometimes we get overwhelmed when we see these piles of things to get rid of and just have the urge to throw everything out because we don’t know what else to do! When you are purging throughout your house take a minute with each item to determine if it is garbage or recyclable.
          Examples: old receipts, vases, batteries, electronics, phone books etc.

 

        1. Sell! Many people think selling unwanted items in your home are too time consuming or very difficult and involves a lot of research. But this is not true! You can sell pretty much anything, its just what you are selling – and the best place to sell that item. PLUS its an easy way to make money $$$. Craigslist and local Facebook selling pages (“online yard sales,” or of course, you could have an actual yard sale) are just a few examples of places you can  sell pretty much anything!
          Examples: clothing, appliances, furniture, books, electronics, sports equipment

 

        1. Donate. There are thousands of places to donate your unwanted items, and almost ANYTHING can be donated to people in need. One of the easiest – clothes! We all have too many, and people are anyways in need of clothes. Donating is not only an easy way to clear clutter, but a feel good way too.

 

      1. Repurpose. Ever hear the term “one man’s trash is another man’s treasure?” This is very true! For example in my house, we have a lot of recyclable items from food and drink containers that many people see as garbage, and I see as potential! Many of these containers just need the label removed and then get creative! Maybe wrap an old coffee can in wrapping paper, or spray paint it a light color. Its free storage!
        Examples: coffee can, salsa jars (mason), shoe boxes, paper towel rolls

Still think I am crazy? Here is an example of each;
Folgers Coffee Container Craft. Upcycle for the kitchen!:        DIY Rustic Mason Jars with great how-to's. Love the bathroom storage idea :):
Marker Caddy - I can do this! Now if I can just keep the cats from getting the markers out...: good storage idea for all those wires lying around. put the toilet rolls on a shoe box and pack away:

 

 

If you are feeling crafty, you can find thousands of ideas on Pinterest!

 

 

 

 

 

There will be a HUGE list full of places to donate, sell and recycle all sorts of items COMING SOON on my website. I am in the process of compiling THE BEST places, so stay tuned! And of course if you need to find out more information about specific items- just ask! I can find a place to donate just about anything, right in your area!

 

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No Fail Tupperware Organizers

September 27, 2015 by Jessica Leave a Comment

The most cluttered place in many homes are in the kitchen; the dreaded tupperware. There are so many pieces that we buy and collect over the years that when we need a lid to a bowl, it is a near impossible task!

Here are some dollar store solutions (there are many) to clear your clutter!

 Personally, this is one tool I use to organize my lids,Tupperware organization:

And if you don’t have a ton of Tupperware…

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Using wire shelves to stack and separate containers
(another tool I use)

Hanging shelves used for added space

These wire racks can be installed to the inside of cabinet doors to add space

KITCHEN TOOL: Plastic Lid Holder (White) (11 3/8

Any type of drawer divider can be used for added organization and separation

build a divider for tupperware lids:
Hopefully these pictures can give you some ideas to help tackle your kitchen Tupperware clutter from your drawers and cabinets! Be sure to go through all of your Tupperware as you are pulling it all out to dispose of the containers and lids that you are no longer using or do not have pairs.

 

Filed Under: Organization Ideas Tagged With: container, donate, drawer, home, home organizer, home organizing, kitchen, organize, organized, organizing, pantry, purge, purged, rack, recycle, shelf, shelves, space, spacesaver, tupperware, wire

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