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426 3rd Avenue SE, Rochester, MN 55906
Accepts donations of:
  • Jeans - men and women
  • Non-perishable snacks (see website for Amazon List suggested items)
  • Sleeping bags
  • Sweatshirts and sweatpants
  • Tennis shoes
  • Undergarments (new)
  • Work boots-preferably steel toed, insulated
40 16th Street SE, Rochester, MN 55904
Pro-life confidential assistance for women and men of all ages faced with an unplanned pregnancy, including: Pro-life counseling on pregnancy options Limited ultrasound Pregnancy testing Referrals Licensed Adoption Services Provides full adoption services to both birth parents who choose to place their child for adoption and to couples looking to grow their family through adoption STD Testing and Treatment Provides comprehensive STD testing and treatment Parenting Plus Earn While You Learn program. Client participates in parenting classes and earns 'points' which can be used to purchase the following items: Bedding and blankets Booster seats Clothing (up to size 4T and maternity)
  • Convertible car seats
  • Diapers
  • Formula
  • Pack 'n plays
  • Safety gates
  • Toys
  • Wipes
Accepts donations of:
  • New car seats, cribs, strollers, high chairs, and diapers
  • New or used baby clothing and maternity clothing in good condition
6418 Bass Lake Road, Suite 2, Crystal, MN 55428
  • Provides maternity and baby clothes to women who are pregnant or have children under age 1. Items are given in exchange for parents attending classes, viewing videos, and other activities
  • Accepts donations of new and used maternity and baby clothing that are clean and in good condition
  • Cannot accept used car seats, cribs, stuffed animals, baby bottles, or feeding items
321 Baldwin Avenue, Elk River, MN 55330
Thrift stores located throughout the metro area. Accepts donations of new and used items that are clean and in good condition. NOTE: Thrift stores do not have cribs, strollers, car seats, entertainment centers, desks or anything with a mattress (including futons, sleeper sofas, etc.) available or accept donations of same. Will pick up furniture for cost if the caller lives in the pick-up area which is 30-40 miles around the metro area and includes about 100 cities. Furniture must not be damaged. To be eligible for furniture pick-up, donations must also include a minimum of three bags of new or used clothing and household items.
318 Railroad Avenue , Delano, MN 55328
Provides two thrift stores in Delano and Howard Lake. Sales from the thrift stores support and allow Love In the Name of Christ Heartland to provide services, programs, and resources to those in need. Donations are accepted based on store needs. Donations accepted:
  • Clothing in like-new condition (please donate in bags, no plastic bins, or cardboard boxes)
  • Diapers
  • Fabrics and linens
  • Financial donations
  • Furniture
  • Household items
  • Used ink cartridges
Donations not accepted:
  • Baby equipment (bouncy chairs, high chairs, strollers, etc.)
  • Car seats
  • Cribs (including portable cribs)
  • Electronics (VCRs, computers, computer monitors, TVs, cell phones)
  • Fluorescent bulbs
  • Hard-wired light fixtures
  • Laptops/computers
  • Mattresses/Box Spring
  • Pillows (unless new, in package)
  • Items with broken/missing parts
  • Items with rips, chips, holes, stains
  • Items with pet damage
  • Items with odors
110 Lake Avenue South, Paynesville, MN 56362
  • Annual school supplies drive
  • Clothing items
  • Donation center
  • Food shelf garden
  • Food shelf will provide 3 days' worth of food once each month per family or individual
  • Holiday meal baskets for Thanksgiving and Christmas
  • Houseware items
14101 Irving Avenue, Burnsville, MN 55337
Thrift stores located throughout the metro area. Accepts donations of new and used items that are clean and in good condition. NOTE: Thrift stores do not have cribs, strollers, car seats, entertainment centers, desks or anything with a mattress (including futons, sleeper sofas, etc.) available or accept donations of same. Will pick up furniture for cost if the caller lives in the pick-up area which is 30-40 miles around the metro area and includes about 100 cities. Furniture must not be damaged. To be eligible for furniture pick-up, donations must also include a minimum of three bags of new or used clothing and household items.
665 SW 3rd Street, Suite 107, Perham, MN 56573
Provides free coats, mittens, hats, and boots to children and adults that are in need for the winter. Also, accepts gently used winter wear and clothing.
400 5th Avenue SW, Rochester, MN 55902
Thrift store that sells and accepts donations of seasonal clothing and accessories. Profits go toward THRIVE! daycare and family support center.
110 Jessie Street, Rushford, MN 55971
Provides baby clothing, limited supplies of maternity clothing, children and adult clothing, baby equipment, furniture, household goods, and crafts supplies. The store is run by volunteers and proceeds fund Grace Place programs. The store accepts gently used clothing, household items and furniture (please note that furniture is accepted by appointment only).
6990 80th Street South, Suite 200, Cottage Grove, MN 55016
Items accepted as donations and sold include:
  • Blankets, quilts, bedspreads, linens, and towels
  • Books and toys
  • Gently used seasonal clothing
  • Household items including dishes, pots, pans, and utensils
  • Jewelry and watches
  • Records, CDs, portable stereos, and videos
  • Select furniture. No beds, only headboards, and frames
  • Shoes and boots
  • Small appliances and lamps; small televisions (no consoles)
  • Tools and toolboxes
Material and old leather items are accepted for recycling purposes Offers thrift store voucher program to qualifying individuals
206 West 4th Street, Room 201, Duluth, MN 55806
Provides Free Clothing and Household Goods:
  • Donations are accepted during open hours only
  • Winter clothing is available in the hallways of the Damiano building for anyone to take
Accepted Donations:
  • Bedding
  • Casual clothing and footwear in good and clean condition
  • Household goods of all sorts (e.g., kitchen wares, towels)
  • Plastic grocery bags
  • Small appliances that work (e.g., coffee makers, small microwaves, toasters)
Items Not Accepted:
  • Beds, mattresses, or cribs
  • Car seats for children
  • Dirty or broken items
  • Electronics (e.g., TVs, VCRs, computers, printers, and other computer peripherals)
  • Furniture
  • Large appliances (e.g., refrigerators, stoves)
  • Medical equipment
1902 5th Avenue, Suite 3, Anoka, MN 55303
Accepts donations of gently used and new supplies including:
  • Baby and children's clothing up to age 5
  • Books
  • Diapers
  • High chairs
  • Maternity clothing
  • Shoes and socks
  • Strollers
  • Toys
6500 Humboldt Avenue North, Brooklyn Center, MN 55430
Provides students, families, and community members with access to information and support from community agencies addressing basic needs such as food, clothing, energy assistance, shelter, and healthcare. The resource rooms maintain limited supplies of clothing, personal household items, and food for immediate access. They accept donations of winter gear (coats, gloves, mittens, hats, scarves), sweatpants, socks, t-shirts, and gift cards (Visa, Target, Walmart, gas, Cub Foods, etc.).
404 Richwood Road, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
Individuals in need (fire, flood, other crisis), as referred by local agencies, are provided with clothing, bedding, and/or kitchen items. Thrift store. Accepts donations of good used clothing, shoes, household and kitchen goods, books, and toys. Furniture is accepted as space allows. Tax-deductible receipt available upon request.
521 SW 4th Street, Willmar, MN 56201
Provides coats, hats, mittens, scarves, snow pants, snowsuits, that are distributed to families in need. Accepts donations of winter clothing that is clean and in good condition. Donations are accepted and distributed during October distribution days only.
1006 5th Street SE, Milaca, MN 56353
  • Confidential right to life counseling on pregnancy options
  • Pregnancy testing
  • Maternity/baby clothes, furniture, and items (Accepts donations that are clean and in good condition)
  • LIFE Classes (Lessons In Family Education) Parenting: Classes to help moms and dads learn prenatal & parenting skills, baby and toddler development
  • Men's Mentoring: Individual classes with a male mentor with topics covering budgeting, rights and responsibilities, parenting, and relationships
  • Abstinence presentations presented in schools and churches to help teens understand the value of choosing abstinence, how to resist peer pressure, how to say no, and physical and emotional consequences of premarital sex using illustrations and skits
  • PACE (Post Abortion Counseling and Education) support group
  • Presentations in schools on Fetal Development, Adoption, and Parenting
  • Limited ultrasound services
615 7th Street SW, Rochester, MN 55902
Accepts donations of new and gently used items for children, youth, and young adults including:
  • Boots
  • Hats
  • Mittens
  • Snow pants
  • Socks
  • Underwear
  • Winter coats
Donations are distributed at no cost to participating low-income families who have children attending school in the district.
1244 Whitewater Avenue, St Charles, MN 55972
A food pantry offering supplemental food for persons in need. The pantry provides a variety of foods and personal items including frozen foods, canned food, toothpaste, soap, and infant formula. On occasion the food shelf can provide diapers, feminine products, and Depends incontinence products. Accepts donations for food and personal care items.
141 West 1st Street, Suite 300, Waconia, MN 55387
  • Non-profit, faith-based thrift shop provides the community of Waconia and surrounding areas with a place to purchase affordable clothing and household goods.
  • Bring a clothing or household donation during shop hours and receive $1 off any thrift store purchase of $1 or more. Receive $1 off for a non-perishable food donation to the Waconia Food Shelf. High school and college students can show student ID to receive 10% off their purchase.
  • Donations: Drop-off of donations is accepted and anyone interested in donating must stay in their vehicle and be present. Staff will unload donations from the vehicle. See website for complete listing of acceptable and non-acceptable items.
6528 Penn Avenue South, Richfield, MN 55423
Thrift store offering new and used clothing and household goods. Village Rewards program whereby shoppers earn points for each dollar spent, for donating, and for special volunteer events. When 2500 points have been earned, a $10 Village Reward is awarded to be spent in the store. Store offers a personal shopper service free of charge. Single and duo appointments may be scheduled and the personal shopper will select items based on the shopper's preferences. Visit arcsvaluevillage.org to learn more or sign up.
2109 Old Hudson Road, Saint Paul, MN 55119
Pro-life confidential assistance for women and men of all ages faced with an unplanned pregnancy, including: Pro-life counseling on pregnancy options Limited ultrasound Pregnancy testing Referrals Licensed Adoption Services Provides full adoption services to both birth parents who choose to place their child for adoption and to couples looking to grow their family through adoption STD Testing and Treatment Provides comprehensive STD testing and treatment Parenting Plus Earn While You Learn program. Client participates in parenting classes and earns 'points' which can be used to purchase the following items: Bedding and blankets Booster seats Clothing (up to size 4T and maternity)
  • Convertible car seats
  • Diapers
  • Formula
  • Pack 'n plays
  • Safety gates
  • Toys
  • Wipes
Accepts donations of:
  • New car seats, cribs, strollers, high chairs, and diapers
  • New or used baby clothing and maternity clothing in good condition