Graceful Donations
When items no longer serve your family or home…
Letting go of unused items in your life is an amazing way to create a home that supports your unique lifestyle and goals. If you feel led to donate new or gently used items, please refer to the following list of community programs. We have done our research to compile a list of some of our favorite organizations that are happy to accept your donations- some will even pick up!
If you still have that one item you aren’t too sure what to do with…
“What do I do with” is a page on the City of Austin website that allows you to type in an item to determine how to properly donate, recycle or get rid of it.
If you have an entire house worth of items to donate or are simply short on time, but you want your items to make a positive impact- we recommend contacting college hunks hauling junk. they will schedule a pickup of your donation items and purposefully move them to their next home.
Organized Donating
We recommend adding a permanent area in your home designated for donation items. Whether you keep one labeled bin or basket by the garage door or one in every room- have one somewhere! When the bin is full- it’s time for a drop off!
Ask yourself:
Do I love it? need it? or even use it anymore?
Would I spend money on this today?
Letting go can be difficult- sometimes when releasing sentimental items, we want to see the person who will love them next, but due to privacy issues, this will not always be the case. By considering the proper channel for your donation, you can trust that your gracious gift will go directly to the hands (or feet) that need it most.
If you’re a recent client and would like some individualized assistance making some tough decisions - ask us about a refresh! We would love to schedule a one-on-one refresh session with one of our organizers to polish up that area that needs a bit more attention. We are also happy to assist with sorting through your donations, seasonal closet changes, unpacking services, etc.
Lastly, don’t forget your receipt! Remember, the fair market value of every item you donate can count toward a tax deduction.
Where to donate in Austin, tx
by room in your home
nursery & child’s room
foster village
unexpired car seats, strollers, baby monitors, crib mattresses, like new condition clothes from preemie-teen sizes
manos de cristo
gently used children’s clothing and shoes, adult clothing and shoes, computers
office
your preferred charitable organization
consider donating your good condition office furniture and general supplies (printer, scanner, unopened printer paper, etc.) to a charity close to your heart as they will likely be appreciated for their own office
playroom & craft closet
side by side kids
new/gently used books, dry erase markers and small boards, rec equipment, bluetooth speakers, legos, glue
austin creative reuse
unused fabrics and the leftovers from an outgrown arts & crafts closet
pets & garage
austin pets alive
pet supplies and your unwanted vehicle *see website in link above for needs
habitat for humanity
all good condition items taking up precious space in the garage, closets, and kitchen
whole house
community first village by mobile loaves & fishes
like new/new condition kitchen items, nonperishable foods, adult clothing, shoes, cars, RV’s, trailers
green donating
givebackbox
recycle used shipping boxes by filling with items you’ve edited out of your home. pick a charity and shipping label from their website. send it off. you’re good to go.
