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7760 France Avenue South, Suite 210, Bloomington, MN 55435

Provides curbside pick-up of used clothing and household items. Items should be bagged in plastic garbage bags (preferred method to keep from getting wet) or boxes no larger than a grocery tote, and placed on the curb on the day of the pick-up. All items must be clean and rack-ready. Call to arrange a pick-up. Will accept the following items: - Gently used clothing of any size or season - Bedding, curtains, towels, place mats, fabric and small area rugs - Jewelry, purses, belts, shoes, hats and scarves - Will accept kitchenware, toys and games, tools IF accompanied by clothing donations

Items Not Accepted: Microwaves, mattresses and box springs, major appliances, car seats/cribs/strollers, personal care items, food or other perishables, lawn or garden care items, flammable or combustible items, sofa beds, or furniture. Visit website to see the complete list of items not accepted at https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/donate-used-goods/accepted-items/.

1701 5th Avenue SE, Grand Rapids, MN 55744
  • Provides clean, gently worn coats or jackets for men and women, infant snowsuits, children's coats, snow pants and mittens, hats, scarves and boots for the whole family
  • First come, first served basis
900 West 3rd Street, Winona, MN 55987-5987

Sells gently used and new building materials, tools, and furniture at a discount to the community. Inventory is donated by community businesses and individuals. Proceeds support local Habitat for Humanity repair and construction projects.

Items accepted include cabinets, furniture, doors, hardware, kitchen and bath fixtures, light fixtures, lumber, flooring, and more. Donation pick-up is available by appointment, and donations can be brought to the drive-thru during business hours.

Volunteer opportunities are available, including cashier, donation pick-up assistant, pricing, scrapping, sorting, and cleaning.

13801 Fairview Drive, Burnsville, MN 55337

Provides furniture and household items on a limited basis. Takes furniture requests throughout the year.

Donations for furniture and household items are accepted. Items accepted are housewares and glassware, pots, pans, kitchen and table linens, silverware, and limited pieces of small/large furniture items (sofas, love seats, tables, chairs, dressers, mattresses/box springs, metal bed frames, and tables).

4200 Dodd Road, Eagan, MN 55123

- Fire department with fire prevention and suppression services - Also accepts donated cars to be used for training. Each year, the department trains its 45 volunteers in how to safely extract people from vehicles following a crash. This kind of training requires vehicles for crews to practice on. Individuals interested in donating a vehicle can receive a tax credit. The department provides a receipt for tax purposes, and donated vehicles are transported for free.

220 5th Street North, Virginia, MN 55792

Provides furniture and may deliver items to those in need in Northern Saint Louis County. An individual or family member must be referred by another service provider. Those requesting the furniture program will only be able to access the program once a year. Accepts donated furniture items such as: - Bedding - Beds - Chairs - Couches - Cookware - Dishes - Dressers - Lamps - Modern TVs - Pillows - Small appliances - Tables Does not accept donated furniture items such as: - China hutches - Entertainment centers - King-size beds - Lift chairs - Older model TVs - Sleeper couches

1730 Terrace Drive, Saint Paul, MN 55113

There are select items that Bridging can and cannot accept. Accepted donations: - Artwork which is framed - Kitchen/dining tables, chairs and dressers - Mattresses, box springs, beds, box springs and blankets - Pots and pans, small appliances and electronics Does not accept: - Bed frames, footboards, waterbeds - Building supplies and large appliances - Clothing - Computers or office furniture

Visit website at https://bridging.org/give-stuff/#acceptable-items-to-donate for more information on donation guidelines.

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.

1110 Vermillion Street, Hastings, MN 55033

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.

224 West 1st Street, Waconia, MN 55387

Offers free furniture and household items, which may include: 

- Chairs

- Couches

- Dishes

- Games

- Lamps

- Puzzles

- Silverware

- Shelves

- Small appliances

- Tables

- Toys

Delivery services available for an additonal cost

Accepts donations of gently used and clean furniture and household items. Does not accept box springs, car seats, entertainment centers, exercise equipment, mattresses, sofa beds, or window blinds.

3034 40th Avenue NW, Rochester, MN 55901

Accepts donations of and sells new and used:

- Appliances: Clean and working

- Art: Framed and excellent condition

- Bath Tubs: Modern

- Bed Frames: No waterbed frames

- Cabinets: No water damage

- Cabinet doors and hardware

- Cast Iron Tubs: Clawfoot

- Ceiling fans

- Decorative items

- Dishes: No chips or cracks

- Doors: Hollow core new and in-frame; solid core in excellent condition

- Door Hardware: Doorknobs and hinges

- Exterior Finish and Siding: New in box

- Floor Coverings: New carpet, tile, vinyl, etc.

- Furniture: Excellent condition, no stains

- HVAC and related items

- Light bulbs: LED

- Lighting: Usable working condition

- Lumber: No screws or nails

- Mirrors: Framed

- Paint: Full can, no rust, 5 years or newer

- Plumbing: Parts and fixtures

- Shower Surround: New

- Sinks: No stains or cracking

- Small Hardware: Bolts, nails, screws, etc.

- Toilets: Marked 1.6 gallon or less

- Tools: Working condition with safety pieces

- Trim: No nails or screws

- Window Sash: Vintage with wood frame

- Windows: 5 years and newer

All proceeds go towards Habitat for Humanity's work. Will pick up donations.

1907 Suburban Avenue, Saint Paul, MN 55119

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.

904 4th Street South, Stillwater, MN 55082

Equipment donations needed: - Musical equipment (baritones, bass violins, bassoons, cello-baritones, cello-tenors, clarinets, cornets, drum kits, flutes, French horns, guitars, oboes, saxophone-altos, saxophone-baritones, saxophone-tenors, trombones, trumpets, tubas, violas, and violins) - New or gently used athletic equipment (especially high-quality name brands) - TI-83 graphing calculators

1001 Station Trail, Eagan, MN 55123

- Fire department with fire prevention and suppression services - Also accepts donated cars to be used for training. Each year, the department trains its 45 volunteers in how to safely extract people from vehicles following a crash. This kind of training requires vehicles for crews to practice on. Individuals interested in donating a vehicle can receive a tax credit. The department provides a receipt for tax purposes, and donated vehicles are transported for free.

2939 12th Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55407

Selling new and used household goods, clothing, and other items. For donation information and to arrange pick up of items, call either location. See website for complete listing of acceptable and non-acceptable items. Fee charged for donation pickup

2512 1st Avenue, Hibbing, MN 55746

Provides furniture and may deliver items to those in need in Northern Saint Louis County. An individual or family member must be referred by another service provider. Those requesting the furniture program will only be able to access the program once a year. Accepts donated furniture items such as: - Bedding - Beds - Chairs - Couches - Cookware - Dishes - Dressers - Lamps - Modern TVs - Pillows - Small appliances - Tables Does not accept donated furniture items such as: - China hutches - Entertainment centers - King-size beds - Lift chairs - Older model TVs - Sleeper couches

461 West 7th Street, Saint Paul, MN 55102

Selling new and used household goods, clothing, and other items. For donation information and to arrange pick up of items, call either location. See website for complete listing of acceptable and non-acceptable items. Fee charged for donation pickup

201 West 87th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55420

There are select items that Bridging can and cannot accept. Accepted donations: - Artwork which is framed - Kitchen/dining tables, chairs and dressers - Mattresses, box springs, beds, box springs and blankets - Pots and pans, small appliances and electronics Does not accept: - Bed frames, footboards, waterbeds - Building supplies and large appliances - Clothing - Computers or office furniture

Visit website at https://bridging.org/give-stuff/#acceptable-items-to-donate for more information on donation guidelines.

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.

1000 East Moore Lake Drive, Fridley, MN 55432

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.

2105 Woodland Avenue, Duluth, MN 55803

Car donations help Habitat for Humanity build homes in partnership with families. Accepts:

- Boat

- Car

- Construction or farm equipment

- Motorcycle

- RV

- Truck

- Vehicles whether running or not

77 Star Street, Mankato, MN 56001

A thrift store selling items at affordable prices. Items may vary based on donations. The store:

- Accepts donations of clean, gently used furniture including patio furniture, home and garden tools, lamps, plants, pictures, decorator items, home and kitchen accessories, and bookshelves. Donations are accepted during business hours, and a tax receipt is available to those who donate. Staff may decline items based on condition, age, and style.

- Sells furniture, appliances, kitchen, and miscellaneous items available

2700 Minnehaha Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55406

Discount home improvement stores that sell new and like-new furniture, appliances, building materials, and more. Inventory comes from donations of goods from people in the area and is always changing. Proceeds help build Habitat for Humanity homes in the Twin Cities area.