Donation Guidelines

Thank you for considering a donation to Thrift World! Accepted items vary by location. Please review the guidelines below before bringing your donation.

All Thrift World Locations

Furniture: Couches, Chairs, Tables, and More

  • Condition: Items must be in good condition without significant wear. Upholstery must be clean and intact, with no rips, tears, water damage, or stains.

  • Complete and sturdy: No broken or missing parts, loose or wobbly legs, or damaged frames or supports.

  • Odor-free: No strong odors, including pet smells, mold, or smoke.

General Guidelines

  • No broken items: Donations must be free from cracks, chips, or major damage.

  • Electronics: Must be in working condition with all necessary cords and accessories.

  • No mattresses or box springs.

  • No hazardous materials: We cannot accept paint, flammable materials, or other items that could pose safety risks.

Additional Items Accepted Only at These Two Locations

10910 Emmet St.
1003 S. 24th

In addition to the items above, these two locations accept the following, subject to the requirements in our detailed donation guide:

  • Appliances: Refrigerators, freezers, stoves, ovens, washers, dryers, microwaves, small kitchen appliances, and qualifying dishwashers.

  • Cabinets and countertops: Kitchen and bathroom cabinets, islands, and qualifying countertops.

  • Building materials: Lumber, plywood, drywall, insulation, roofing, siding, and other qualifying materials.

  • Bathroom and plumbing fixtures: Sinks, complete toilets, bathtubs, and qualifying plumbing supplies.

  • Doors: Interior and exterior doors, storm doors, and qualifying complete garage door sets.

  • Windows: Qualifying windows with intact glass, shutters, and new screen material.

  • Flooring and rugs: Area rugs, commercial carpet, and qualifying new or unused flooring and tile.

  • Electrical and lighting supplies: Qualifying light fixtures, ceiling fans, wire, conduit, and incandescent or LED bulbs.

  • Tools and hardware: Hand tools, power tools, yard tools, and qualifying hardware.

  • Heating and cooling equipment: Qualifying furnaces, heat pumps, air conditioners, and related supplies.

  • Outdoor materials: Qualifying decking, fencing, landscaping materials, grills without propane tanks, and patio furniture.

Age, size, quantity, and condition restrictions apply. Please review the detailed donation guide or contact one of these two locations before bringing your items.

Thank you for taking the time to review our guidelines! We appreciate your generosity and the opportunity to give your items a second life while helping support our community.