Shop used to support local businesses and save money. Use the Reduce & Reuse Map to find the closest outlet for your stuff.
Donate right
Follow these guidelines when you donate:
- Check with the donation center to find out if they are open, what they accept and how to safely drop off items.
- Inspect your stuff. Consider whether you would give the items to a friend or family. If not, they may not be worth donating.
- Clean your items. Check for personal items in pockets or furniture cubbies. Take out dead batteries from toys and electronics, but leave in batteries that work.
- Be prepared for a contactless donation process. Bring items in a container like a bag or box that you do not need returned.
- Put items in the trunk or back seat for an attendant to easily grab. Be patient — wait times may be long.
- Bring a mask. You may be required or asked to wear a face covering to protect workers and yourself.
- Never leave items outside of drop-off locations. The donation center pays the disposal cost for ruined items.
Many thrift stores depend on the sale of goods. Shop safely by following signs and wearing a mask. Several organizations like Goodwill and Arc Value Village have online stores, too.
Donation pick-up options
These not-for-profit agencies provide at-home pick-up for donated items.
- Bridging, 952-888-1105 – mattresses, furniture, home goods
- Disabled American Veterans, 651-487-2002 – clothing and household items
- Epilepsy Foundation of Minnesota, 800-779-0777 – clothing and household items
- Habitat for Humanity ReStore, 612-588-3820 – appliances, building materials, flooring, furniture and more.
- Salvation Army, 612-332-5855 – furniture, books, clothing and household items