If you want to donate items you’re no longer using, keep reading for a roundup of nonprofits in Minnesota collecting your goods for a greater good.
Do you know of an organization not listed? Please let me know by filling out the form at the bottom of this page.
AbleLight, Minnetonka
What they do: a faith-based organization empowering people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Donations accepted: clothing, household goods, furniture (upon approval), small kitchen electronics.
Not accepted: golf clubs, TVs and stereos, sports equipment, mattresses/box springs, computers, VHS.
Donation hours: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Monday – Saturday, 12:00 – 4:00 pm Sunday.
Annadee’s Closet, Red Wing
What they do: provide programs and services to older adults and their caregivers.
Donations accepted: clothing, shoes, boots, jackets/coats, household items, linens, toys, dishes, glassware, silverware, cooking utensils, microwaves, furniture and holiday decorations.
Not accepted: not available online.
Donations hours: 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday.
The Arc Minnesota & Arc’s Value Village, Bloomington, New Hope, and Richfield
What they do: ensure opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families to achieve full and satisfying lives.
Donations accepted: vehicles, small appliances, bridal gowns, canoes/kayaks, clothing, computers, household items, DVDs, golf clubs, grocery bags.
Not accepted: VHS tapes, bowling balls, mattresses/box springs, microwaves, skis, TVs, VCRs.
Donation hours:
Richfield: 10:00 am – 2:00 pm Monday – Saturday.
Bloomington: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm, Monday – Saturday, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Sunday.
New Hope: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm 7 days a week.
Better Futures Minnesota, Minneapolis
What they do: reintegrating high-risk adults, primarily African American men, into society by providing a platform to help them succeed.
Donations accepted: home improvement and building materials in sellable condition, appliances, cabinets, vinyl windows, lumber, newer ceiling fans, HVAC, toilets, sinks.
Not accepted: roofing materials, siding, insulation, mattresses/box springs, light bulbs.
Donation hours: 9:00 am – 3:00 pm Monday – Saturday.
Bridging, Bloomington and Roseville
What they do: provide furniture and household goods to families and individuals transitioning out of homelessness and poverty.
Donations accepted: bed frames, mattresses/box springs, chairs, dressers, tables, bedding, kitchenware, TVs (55″ or smaller), vacuums, framed mirrors or artwork.
Not accepted: clothing, toys, computers, sporting goods.
Donation hours:
Bloomington: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm Monday – Thursday, 9:00 am – 3:00 pm Friday – Saturday.
Roseville: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm Monday – Thursday, 9:00 am – 3:00 pm Friday – Saturday.
Plymouth: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Tuesday – Saturday.
They also offer home driveway/garage pickup for a $150 fee.
Bonus: Bridging offers a great guide as to what nonprofits accept.
Clothes Closet, Wells
What they do: As a service of Open Doors United Methodist Church, Clothes Closet assists those in the greater Wells community, with an emphasis on seniors, children, and those with health difficulties.
Donations accepted: clothing, bedding, kitchenware, books, toys, jewelry.
Not accepted: furniture, TVs, computers, appliances.
Donation hours 9:30 am – 4:00 pm Tuesday – Thursday.
Community Helping Hand, Forest Lake
What they do: help residents of the Forest Lake School District by providing assistance with energy bills, rent, food and more.
Donations accepted: clothing, small furniture (must be pre-approved), linens, kitchenware, DVDs, small appliances, food.
Not accepted: mattresses/box springs, exercise equipment, luggage, vacuums, computers.
Donation hours: 10:30 am – 3:30 pm Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday, 10:30 am – 1:30 pm Saturday.
CRAFT Thrift Store, West St. Paul
What they do: provide educators the resources they need to inspire the next generation.
Donations accepted: clothing, craft supplies, art materials, housewares, curling and flat irons, puzzles, games, books.
Not accepted: furniture, infant equipment.
Donation hours: 9:30 am – 6:30 pm 7 days a week.
Note: teachers always get 10% off in-store.
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Disabled American Veterans of Minnesota, home pickup and 10 stores
What they do: fulfill the promise made to men and women who served our country by helping veterans file benefit claims and connect with other veterans organizations.
Donations accepted: clothing, accessories, housewares, toys.
Not accepted: furniture, breakable glass, books, hazardous waste, construction materials, large appliances, automobile parts, food, mattresses/box springs.
You can schedule a home pickup online. Note that their trucks cannot go down alleys.
DAV MN partners with Saver’s Thrift Stores and Unique. You can also drop off your donations at their locations in Apple Valley, Burnsville, Columbia Heights, Coon Rapids, Duluth, Inver Grove Heights, New Hope, Rochester, St. Cloud, and Woodbury.
Dress for Success Twin Cities, St. Louis Park
What they do: offer career and workplace skills development programs for low income women to help them achieve career advancement, career stability and economic sustainability.
Donations accepted: business suits, blouses, skirts, sweaters, shoes, scarves, handbags, jewelry, scrubs, maternity apparel, hats, gloves, winter jackets.
Not accepted: men’s clothing, athletic or lounge wear, wedding dresses.
Items should not be more than 3 years old and ideally be in-season.
Dress for Success has drop off dates every other month. Learn the next date here.
Epilepsy Foundation of Minnesota, home pickup
What they do: offer services for people with epilepsy and seizures across Minnesota.
Donations accepted: irons, bedding, books, clothing, curtains, DVD players, video games, kitchenware, sporting goods, tools.
Not accepted: microwaves, large appliances, mattresses/box springs, car seats, high chairs, strollers, computers, TVs, furniture, lamps, exercise equipment.
You can schedule a pickup here.
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Family Pathways, 10 locations
What they do: provide healthy food access, domestic and sexual violence prevention, youth programming and more to residents of Forest Lake along with citizens in Carlton, Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec, Mille Lacs and Pine counties in Minnesota, along with Polk County in Wisconsin.
Donations accepted: bicycles, clothing, furniture, kitchenware, DVDs, paper and plastic shopping bags, small appliances, sporting goods, vacuums.
Not accepted: box springs/mattresses, computers, microwaves, TVs.
The donation hours for each store varies and is available online. You can also schedule an at-home pickup here.
Free Geek Twin Cities, Minneapolis
What they do: address the problems of the digital divide and electronic waste in the local community through direct, tangible action.
Donations accepted: No matter how old or broken! Computers, laptops, tablets, keyboards/mice, cords, chargers, phones, digital cameras, VHS, CDs, cassettes, DVDs, Blu-ray players and media, video game consoles, games and controllers, calculators, electronic toys and games, networking equipment. They require a $5 donation & limit two items per household per day for the following items: desktop printers and scanners, flat screen monitors, all TVs under 55 inches (including CRTs).
Not accepted: Solar panels, TVs larger than 55”, bulky DLP Projection TVs, large printers and scanners, appliances (lamps, microwaves, vacuum, stoves, washers/dryers, refrigerators, air conditioners), light bulbs, sewing machines, anything pressurized, gas powered devices, smoke detectors, or electric toothbrushes.
Donation hours: 12:00 – 6:00 pm Wednesday and Friday – Sunday, 12:00 – 5:00 pm Thursday.
If you’re looking for treasures, you can shop at Free Geek in-person or browse most of their inventory online.
Full Cycle, Minneapolis
What they do: employ youth to refurbish and distribute bicycles.
Donations accepted: child and adult bicycles. Bikes with major rust and damage are accepted for a $10 suggested donation.
Donation hours: 12:00 – 6:00 pm Tuesday – Thursday.
Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota, 48 locations in Minnesota and western Wisconsin
What they do: provide education, job training and placement services to eliminate barriers to work and independence.
Donations accepted: clothing, battery operated electronics, books, furniture, kitchenware, toys, vehicles, bicycles.
Not accepted: computers, TVs, mattresses/box springs, baby furniture and car seats, exercise equipment.
Find the location nearest you by clicking here.
Habitat for Humanity ReStore, Brooklyn Park, New Brighton, and Minneapolis
What they do: supports Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity, which builds and rehabs home for local families.
Donations accepted: washers/dryers, carpet, vinyl, yard tools, lawn mowers and snow blowers, refrigerators and stoves (10 years or newer). Full list here. Habitat for Humanity also has a car donation program.
Not accepted: exercise equipment, bicycles, mattresses/box springs, electronics, TVs, small appliances, kitchen supplies, clothing.
Donation hours: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Tuesday – Friday, 10:00 am – 3:00 pm Saturday.
Hidden Treasures, St. Anthony
What they do: a faith-based nonprofit serving those in recovery and reentry by providing work, community and hope.
Donations accepted: clothing (keep separate from other items), housewares, jewelry, holiday decor, sporting goods, tools.
Not accepted: not available online.
Donation hours: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Monday – Saturday.
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Hope Renewed Thrift Store, Shakopee
What they do: Opening in November 2025, Hope Renewed is a faith-based thrift store serving the Shakopee community.
Donations accepted: clothing, housewares, books, furniture, sporting goods.
Not accepted: mattresses/box springs, bikes or gardening tools (spring only), Christmas decorations (fall only).
Donation hours: 10:00 am – 3:00 pm Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Wednesday.
Thanks to Jessica for suggesting this nonprofit!
Hope 4 Youth, Anoka
What they do: provide pathways to end youth homelessness.
Donations accepted: clothing that youth 16 – 24 would wear, small household decor, food, hygiene products.
Not accepted: furniture, appliances, dishes, silverware, kitchen items.
Donation hours: select Wednesdays & Saturdays from 9:00 am – 12:00 pm. You can view their website for exact dates.
Interfaith Outreach’s Resale Select, Plymouth
What they do: serve individuals and families in the west metro.
Donations accepted: clothing, shoes, housewares, pre-approved artwork, TVs (with remote), bicycles (summer only), silver plates and metal decor.
Not accepted: large furniture, mattresses/box springs, car seats/cribs, plastic ware, computer monitors, seasonal decor.
Donation hours: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.
Joseph’s Coat, St. Paul
What they do: provide free clothing and household goods to low-income families and the homeless.
Donations accepted: clothing, new and gently used underwear, shoes and boots, backpacks, sleeping bags and duffle bags, hygiene products, housewares, paper grocery bags with handles.
Not accepted: food, furniture, TVs, mattresses, computers, clothing more than 5 years old.
You must make an appointment to donate. Call (651) 291-2472 between 9:00 am – 3:00 pm Monday – Thursday to book. Donations are accepted Tuesday and Thursday.
Kaitlyn’s Kloset, Eagan
What they do: nonprofit committed to providing families with the items they need to raise their children, while also decreasing the stigma that often comes with needing and receiving help.
Donations accepted: food, personal care items, children’s clothing, household items.
Not accepted: out-of-date/vintage clothing, adult clothing, toys larger than handheld size, large baby equipment.
Donation hours: 10:00 am – 3:45 pm Monday and Wednesday, 11:00 am – 1:45 pm Saturday.
Thanks to Donna for suggesting this nonprofit!
Kids 4/4 Kids, New Brighton
What they do: repurposes donated pianos to families and organizations.
Donations accepted: pianos, piano benches, musical instruments, sheet music.
To get started with your donation, fill out this form.
Legacy Thrift, Crystal and Worthington
What they do: a national faith-based organization focused on Bible distribution and evangelism around the world.
Donations accepted: clothing, household goods.
Not accepted: mattresses/box springs, computers/printers, exercise equipment.
Donation hours:
Crystal: 10:00 am – 2:00 pm Monday – Saturday.
Worthington: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Monday – Friday, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Saturday.
Minnesota Computers for Schools, Minneapolis
What they do: recycle and repair donated computers and repurpose them to provide technology access and skills training to students who need it most.
Donations accepted: computers and equipment, cell phones. Full list here.
Not accepted: TVs, VCR /DVD players, household electronics. Full list here.
To schedule a pickup, fill out this form.
MN Tool Library, Minneapolis and St. Paul
What they do: a membership program where those enrolled can rent out a large inventory of tools for up to one week.
Donations accepted: extra lithium ion batteries and battery chargers/adaptors, tampers, air compressors (must be in good condition, not needing repair), hammer drills/heavy duty drills, pressure washers, chain saws (electric preferred), small/medium lathes, clamps (all but pipe), oscillating multi-tools, mitre saws (powered). Their wish list can be found here.
Not accepted: tools not in working order, older than 5 years, radial arm saws.
You can make a donation during business hours. Find hours at the bottom of their home page.
Neighbors Helping Neighbors, White Bear Lake
What they do: Thrift store established in 1992 and run by a volunteer staff.
Donations accepted: clothing, accessories, and outerwear for all ages.
Not accepted: only items listed above are accepted.
Donation hours: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Tuesday – Thursday, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Saturday.
Note for shoppers: cash payments only.
Thanks to Sarah for suggesting this nonprofit!
Neighbors Inc., South St. Paul
What they do: provide emergency assistance and essential services programs to low-income community members in the northern Dakota County communities of Inver Grove Heights, South St. Paul, West St. Paul, Mendota Heights, Mendota, Sunfish Lake, and Lilydale.
Donations accepted: clothing, accessories, footwear, housewares, bathroom linens, bedding.
Not accepted: not listed online.
Donation hours: 10:00 am – 7:00 pm Tuesday – Friday, 10:00 am – 3:00 pm Saturday.
New Day Thrift Store, Little Canada
What they do: supporting New Day Pregnancy and Family Resource Center, located in Little Canada, and Raíces y Ramas, located in St. Paul.
Donations accepted: clothing, housewares, small electronics, seasonal decor.
Not accepted: furniture, mattresses, TVs, computers.
Donation hours: 11:00 am – 3:00 pm Tuesday – Wednesday and Friday – Saturday, 11:00 am – 6:00 pm Thursday.
Thanks to Jessica for suggesting this nonprofit!
Newgate School, Minneapolis
What they do: offer auto body and auto mechanic training for unemployed or under-employed adults.
Donations accepted: almost any car, truck and van of any year as long as it is repairable.
Donated vehicles are repaired and then provided to single mothers who need reliable transportation.
An online donation form can be filled out here.
Open Arms of Minnesota, Minneapolis and St. Paul
What they do: prepare and deliver free, medically tailored meals to those living with life-threatening illnesses, including cancer, HIV/AIDS, MS and ALS.
Donations accepted: olive oil, Mrs. Dash/seasoning blends, microwaves, blenders, cutting boards, gardening tools.
Not accepted: most food.
Open Arms’ meals are delivered frozen and clients heat them in a microwave. The nonprofit ensures all clients have a functioning microwave to make sure they can enjoy the meals. There are no specific drop off times. To learn more, call (612) 677-2562.
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PCs for People, Mankato and St. Paul
What they do: a national nonprofit with roots in Minnesota working to get low-cost quality computers and internet into the homes of individuals, families, and nonprofits with low income.
Donations accepted: laptop/desktop computers, computer supplies, TVs, digital cameras, video cameras, cell phones. Full list here.
Not accepted: not available online.
Donation hours:
St. Paul: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Monday – Friday.
The Prop Shop, Eden Prairie
What they do: provide families in the southwest metro with free clothing, household goods, and furniture.
Donations accepted: clothing, mattresses/box springs (king not accepted), housewares, underwear (new and gently used).
Not accepted: car seats, large appliances, sofas, large desks, exercise equipment.
Donation hours: 10:00 am – 3:00 pm Tuesday – Saturday.
PRISM, Golden Valley
What they do: provide food, clothing and housing to those in the northwest metro.
Donations accepted: clothing, blankets, comforters, housewares, small appliances, new toys (unopened). Full list here.
Not accepted: microwaves, TVs, furniture, bicycles.
Donation hours: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Monday – Wednesday & Friday, 9:00 am – 7:00 pm Thursday, 9:00 am – 3:00 pm Saturday.
Renew Church, Duluth
What they do: religious organization offering free and reduced priced food and clothing to residents of Duluth.
Donations accepted: clothing, housewares, furniture, bicycles, musical instruments, CDs, DVDs.
Not accepted: not available online.
Donation hours: 12:00 – 6:00 pm Tuesday – Saturday.
Repowered, St. Paul
What they do: recycle electronics while providing employment opportunities to those facing barriers.
Donations accepted: laptop/desktop computers, computer supplies, cell phones. Other items, like TVs, VCRs, and holiday lights are accepted for a fee.
Not accepted: large appliances, VHS, CDs.
Donation hours: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm Monday – Friday, 9:00 am – 1:00 pm 2nd and 4th Saturday.
ReStored Thrift Store, Lakeville and Stillwater
What they do: faith-based organization that empowers people with the resources and skills to help them lead a more satisfying life.
Donations accepted: clothing, housewares, newer electronics (less than 5 years old), solid food furniture, all other furniture (without stains).
Not accepted: mattresses/box springs, computers, cribs, fitness equipment.
Donation hours: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Monday – Saturday.
Thanks to Doreen for suggesting this nonprofit!
Salvation Army, multiple locations
What they do: from disaster relief to running homeless shelters to services for veterans, seniors, and LGBT youth.
Donations accepted: microwaves, TVs, vehicles, clothing, kitchenware, clothing, computers.
Not accepted: not available online.
You can schedule a pickup or find the closest drop off location by clicking here.
Seven Dreams Education Foundation, Plymouth
What they do: the educational foundation supporting the Robbinsdale School District.
Donations accepted: gently used musical instruments.
You can get started by filling out this form.
Sharing and Caring Hands, Minneapolis
What they do: provide food, clothing, shelter, transportation assistance, medical and dental help to over 20,000 each month.
Donations accepted: food, clothing, household items, car seats, strollers, diapers and wipes, toys, TVs, electronics, personal hygiene, vehicles.
Not accepted: furniture.
Donation hours: 8:00 am – 4:00 pm Monday -Thursday, 8:00 am – 1:00 pm Saturday – Sunday.
Society of St. Vincent de Paul Twin Cities, Minneapolis and St. Paul
What they do: as the largest Catholic lay organization in the world, they alleviate poverty through many of their programs and services by collaborating with other nonprofits working to elevate all our neighbors out of poverty.
Donations accepted: clothing, housewares, toys, tools, sporting goods, books, VHS. Full list here.
Not accepted: large appliances, old golf clubs, skis and ski boots, baby equipment older that 5 years, computers. Full list here.
Donation hours:
Minneapolis: 10:00 am – 4:30 pm Monday – Friday, 10:00 am – 3:30 pm Saturday.
St. Paul: 9:30 am – 4:30 pm Monday – Friday, 9:30 am – 2:30 pm Saturday.
Someplace Safe, Alexandria, Fergus Falls, and Morris
What they do: provide services to victims and survivors of crime in a nine-county region in West Central Minnesota.
Donations accepted: bedding, clothing, furniture, housewares, sporting goods, clothing, toys.
Not accepted: computers, TVs, large appliances, mattresses, exercise equipment prior to 2005.
Donation hours: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Monday – Friday, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Saturday.
St. Louis Park Emergency Program (STEP), St. Louis Park
What they do: distribute clothing and linens to families in St. Louis Park at no cost.
Donations accepted: clothing, linens, shoes, winter gear.
Not accepted: furniture, dishes, household items.
Donation hours: 8:00 am – 3:30 pm Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday, 12:00 – 7:00 pm Tuesday, 8:00 – 11:30 am Friday.
Vietnam Veterans of America, home pickup
What they do: serve the needs of all veterans. It is funded without any contribution from any branch of government.
Donations accepted: clothing, shoes, housewares, bicycles, radios, bedding, rugs, small furniture, small appliances, tools, jewelry.
Not accepted: not available online.
Serves the following Minnesota counties: Anoka, Carver, Chisago, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey, Scott, Sherburne, Washington.
Schedule your at-home pickup by calling (800) 459-8387.
Vine + Branches, Richfield
What they do: an outreach program of Hope Church in Richfield, Vine + Branches provides free clothing to individuals through a referral system.
Donations accepted: clothing, housewares, toys, winter gear.
Not accepted: furniture, microwaves, TVs.
Donation hours: 9:00 am – 3:00 pm Monday – Tuesday.
Wise Penny Thrift Shoppe, Buffalo
What they do: established in 1984 to support support West Lutheran High School in Plymouth, Christian Life Ministries of the Twin Cities, and the Twin Cities metro area Lutheran Institutional Ministry Association (LIMA).
Donations accepted: clothing, housewares, tools, sporting goods, baby items, electronics less than 5 years old, some furniture.
Not accepted: large appliances, car seats, mattresses, entertainment centers.
Donation hours: Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday. An appointment must be made in advance.
Thanks to Jessica for suggesting this nonprofit!
YouthLink, Minneapolis
What they do: help young people age 16 – 24 at risk of homelessness.
Donations accepted: clothing, toiletries, other new items.
Not accepted: electronics, home decor, furniture.
Donations are accepted by appointment only. Call (612) 252-1280 or email donations@youthlinkmn.org.
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Who will take stuffed toys néw/excellent condition in the south metro during Covid (Feb 2021)?
Do you know of a place that will take worn out clothing and linens? All of my previous drop sites have stopped taking them. I’m talking about stained and hole-ridden things that I would not donate to a second hand store.
Honestly, I would just toss them in a bonfire.
MN Tool Library accepts donations by appointment. http://www.mntoollibrary.org
Northeast MPLS & Hamline/Midway St. Paul
Seems like a really cool organization!
Salvation Army in Fridley Hwy 65 and Moore Lake Road accepts donations daily during the epidemic.
Their website says that location is temporarily closed.