We have many reasons to be grateful for living in the Richmond area. For many of us, there is access to ample housing, beautiful parks, great schools and a wealth of resources. Unfortunately, not everyone in Richmond has the same experience and need help through donations.
In fact, did you know that in 2016, Richmond had the second highest poverty rates in the state of Virginia? According to a September 2016 article published in the Richmond Times Dispatch, “one in four Richmond residents lived in poverty in 2015” (based on U.S. Census Bureau data).
When you think about it, those are pretty startling numbers. But another one of the benefits of living in an area like Richmond, is that at the end of the day, we’re just one big small town. Richmonders have a long tradition of coming together, as neighbors and communities. Proof of this lies in the wide array of charities, outreach programs, shelters, clothing closets, thrift shops, and food banks that abound throughout the city and surrounding counties.
With summer around the corner, now is the perfect time to start thinking about how you and your family can start giving back. Take advantage of increased “family time” and start cleaning out those closets, paring down your household clutter, emptying unwanted or outgrown items in the garage and trimming down the toy boxes – all the while knowing that you can repurpose these things into treasures for families in need.
Donating to local charities not only helps you clear the clutter in your home, it also presents the perfect opportunity to teach your children how to recognize those less fortunate and find ways to make a difference in the world. And with tax benefits for almost all donations, donating is a win-win for everyone.
We’ve put together a list of some of the area’s most popular and well-established charities and outreach programs to help you find the right place for your donations. Whatever cause or charity that is near and dear to your heart, chances are you can find an organization that will allow you to contribute unused or unwanted clothing and goods from your own home – or provide opportunities to donate new items. And as always, if you know of any reputable organizations or donation sites that we may have left off this list, let us know. Send us an email at [email protected] and we’ll see if we can get it added!
Choose from the following donation categories:
CLOTHING
FURNITURE / HOUSEWARES
HOUSEHOLD SUPPLIES
TOILETRIES / PERSONAL ITEMS
BOOKS
FOOD
NEW GOODS AND SUPPLIES
CARS
CLOTHING
Boaz and Ruth: Harvest Thrift and Sunny Days Thrift
Mission: To help members of the Highland Park neighborhood rebuild lives and communities through relationships, training, transitional jobs and economic development.
Donations Accepted:
Sunny Days Thrift Clothing
New and gently used clothing for men, women, and children.
Harvest Thrift Furniture
Home goods, lightly used furniture, housewares, home décor, small appliances, and more. Click here to see a complete list of requested items.
How to Donate: Sunny Days Thrift and Harvest Thrift Furniture donations are accepted at Ruth and Boaz (3030 Meadowbridge Road), Monday – Friday, 9am – 4pm. To arrange donation pick-up at your home, call Cynthia Brown at (804) 329-4900 or email [email protected].
Tax Benefits: All donations are tax deductible. Request a tax receipt at the time of donation.
Contact:
Boaz and Ruth
3030 Meadowbridge Road
Richmond, VA 23222
(804) 329-4900
[email protected]
For donation inquiries, contact Cynthia Brown at (804) 329-4900 or email [email protected].
Boot to Suits
Mission: To provides male and female veterans with two complimentary career outfits, enabling them to look and feel their best for job interviews and non-military work environments. The program is also available to military spouses who are job-seeking as the main household provider.
Donations Accepted: Business and business casual attire for men and women, including dress pants and khakis; button-up shirts, polo shirts and blouses; dresses and skirts; sweaters; blazers; ties and belts; and shoes.
How to Donate: The Boots to Suits program is located at The Clothes Rack, run by the Junior League of Richmond. To donate Boots to Suits items, drop off your donation at The Clothes Rack at Stratford Hills (6780 Forest Hill Avenue), Monday – Saturday, between 10am and 5:45pm.
Tax Benefits: All donations are tax deductible. Request a tax receipt at the time of donation.
Contact:
Boots to Suits
For program information, tax information or information about holding a donation drive, contact Sue Farrell at (804) 405- 0044 or email [email protected].
Program and Donation Drop-Off Location
The Clothes Rack at Stratford Hills
6780 Forest Hill Avenue
Richmond, VA 23225
(804) 323-6270
Caring Clothes Closet
Mission: To address the immediate needs of people in the Greater Richmond community by providing free clothing and/or comfort bags to families experiencing financial difficulties or crisis.
Donations Accepted: New or gently used clothing and shoes in all sizes for men, women and children, including new undergarments and socks. Click here to see donation guidelines.
The Caring Clothes Closet also sponsors Bags4Kids, providing “comfort bags” for children transitioning into foster care. Items needed for bags include: toothbrushes, toothpaste, hair brushes, combs, fleece blankets (50”x60”), new or gently used stuffed animals, colored pencils or markers, small pads of paper, writing pens.
How to Donate: Clothing donations and Bags4Kids’ items can be dropped off at the Caring Clothes Closet (located on the Shady Grove United Methodist Church campus) any time. Place clean, folded clothes and/or Bags4Kids supplies in a grocery bag, or leave clothing on a hanger, then place them in the wicker baskets on the the front porch.
Tax benefits: Tax receipts will be provided upon request.
Contact:
Caring Clothes Closet
Bags4Kids
Located at Shady Grove United Methodist Church
4825 Pouncey Tract Road
Glen Allen, VA 23059
(804) 360-2600, ext. 51 (voicemail only)
[email protected]
CCHASM Alliance for Social Ministry
Mission: To provide food, financial assistance, and career clothing to residents of Chesterfield, Colonial Heights, Dinwiddie, Prince George and Hopewell, who have experienced or are experiencing an emergency situation which threatens their survival needs.
Donations Accepted: New or gently used items including career clothing (slacks, blouses, tops, sweaters, skirts, suits, dresses, coats); accessories (scarves, jewelry, watches, purses, new make-up, new personal hygiene products, new pantyhose); and shoes. There is always a need for plus-sized clothing. Due to storage limitations, please ensure that items are seasonal.
How to Donate: Call the CCHASM office at (804) 796-3715 to make an appointment for drop-off.
Tax Benefits: Donations are tax-deductible. Request a tax receipt at the time of donation or call (804) 796-3715 for further details.
Contact:
CCHASM
P.O. Box 1741
Chesterfield, VA 23832
(804) 796-3715
Cinderella Dreams Prom Dress Project
Mission: To help shoulder the financial burden of attending formal prom events by providing gowns and accessories for free to any girl who, like Cinderella, needs help obtaining a gown for the ball. Cinderella Dreams is sponsored by the Midlothian Junior Women’s Club (MJWC) and in partnership with Puritan Cleaners, YMCAs of Greater Richmond, Westchester Commons and Summit Media.
Donations Accepted: New and like-new prom dresses and evening gowns (all sizes), evening bags, jewelry, shoes, makeup and other prom-related accessories.
How to Donate: While the Cinderella Dreams Project only holds one annual spring event, donations are accepted during the late winter and early spring at Greater Richmond area YMCA branches and Puritan Cleaners. Visit www.cinderelladreams.net to find out when and where to donate.
Tax Benefits: To receive a tax donation receipt, email [email protected] with your name, address, and list of items donated. A tax donation receipt will be mailed to you after the event.
Contact:
Midlothian Junior Women’s Club
P.O. Box 423
Midlothian, VA 23113
For general information and inquiries: [email protected]
To make a donation other than dresses: [email protected]
Dress for Success Central Virginia
Mission: To empower women to achieve economic independence by providing a network of support, professional attire and the development tools to help women thrive in work and in life.
Donations Accepted: Interview appropriate suits; blouses; professional separates including blouses, slacks, skirts, dresses, blazers and jackets; work-appropriate shoes; jewelry and scarves; handbags including briefcases, portfolios work-appropriate handbags.
How to Donate: Bring freshly washed or dry-cleaned items to the Dress for Success Donation Drop-off located at 210 E. Clay Street on Fridays between 10:30am – 2:30pm.
Tax Benefits: Donations are tax-deductible. Request a tax receipt at the time of donation.
Contact:
Dress for Success
210 E. Clay Street
Richmond, VA 23219
(804) 234-3034
[email protected]
Eastern Henrico FISH, Inc
Mission: To provide emergency financial assistance, food, clothing, information and referrals to residents of eastern Henrico County thereby reducing an immediate threat of homelessness.
Donations Accepted: New and gently used clothing; non perishable food items.
How to Donate: To learn about upcoming donation events or ways to donate, contact FISH at (804) 257-7730; message them on Facebook, or email [email protected].
Tax Benefits: All financial gifts/donations are tax-deductible.
Contact:
(804) 257-7730
[email protected]
www.facebook.com/EasternHenricoFISHInc/
First Baptist Church – Compassion Ministry
Mission: To support both local and international communities in need with Christian love, service and vital goods. See a complete list of Compassion Ministry programs and services here.
Donations Accepted:
Food Pantry
Peanut butter; canned pork & beans; baked beans; canned fruits and vegetables; boxed cereals (oatmeal, grits, etc); canned pastas and spaghetti sauce; Saltine crackers; peanut butter crackers; breakfast bars; Pop-Tarts®; canned soup; mac and cheese; canned tuna; Vienna sausage; potted meat; any small pop-top can of an item listed above.
Toiletries
Toothpaste; toothbrushes; spray deodorant; hand lotions; disposable razors; men’s underwear (new, sized 30-44); women’s underwear (new, size 5-10); washcloths; shaving cream.
Items for the Clothes Closet and Sleeping Bag Ministries
Clothing (especially menswear); shoes (especially large sizes); socks; belts; rain ponchos; umbrellas; backpacks (new and used); sheets and blankets; sleeping bags (new and used); laundry detergent; brown grocery bags with handles; Bibles in good condition.
How to Donate: Drop items off at designated First Baptist donation locations. To find out hours and locations, contact Director of Compassion Ministry, Steve Blanchard, at (804) 358-5458 ext. 133.
Tax Benefits: Call (804) 358-5458 ext. 133 to find out about tax deductions for non-monetary donations.
Contact:
First Baptist Church
2709 Monument Avenue
Richmond, VA 23220
Main Phone: (804) 355-8637
Automated: (804) 358-5458
Friends of the Pregnancy Resource Center (PRC) of Metro Richmond
Mission: To provide support for women and families unprepared for pregnancy by offering resources and practical assistance.
Donations Accepted: Gently used maternity clothing. Due to health and safety regulations, only maternity clothes can be used, all other items must be new. Other needs include baby clothing and toys, diapers, formula, cribs, car seats, etc. Click here to see the PRC’s highest priority needs.
How to Donate: To ensure client confidentiality, please call ahead to arrange a donation time and use the side door. Donation drop-offs can be arranged with Allison Brown at (804) 673-2020 or [email protected].
Contact:
Pregnancy Resource Center of Metro Richmond
1510 Willow Lawn Drive, Suite 200
Richmond, VA 23230
(804) 673-4150
[email protected]
Goochland Cares Free Clinic and Family Services
Mission: GoochlandCares has been a safety net for the community since 1952. Their mission is to provide health care and basic human services to Goochland residents in need. GoochlandCares envisions a Goochland community where everyone’s basic human needs are met.
Donations Accepted: Clothing, food, toys, books (especially children’s books) medical and dental supplies, home repair supplies, household goods (sheets, towels, etc.) See a complete donation list here.
Clothing is accepted the the Clothes Closet. The Clothes Closet accepts new and gently used clothing, shoes, jewelry, fashion accessories and small household items including sheets, towels, home décor, and small kitchen appliances in working order. See the complete Clothes Closet donation list here.
How to Donate: Donations are accepted every day except Sundays. Bring your donations to Goochland Cares on River Road West in Goochland on Monday: 9am – 4 PM; Tuesday: 9am – 7pm; Wednesday and Thursday: 9am – 4pm; Friday: 9am – 3pm; or Saturday: 9am – 12noon. Or locate a convenient drop-bin. Bins are located at Goochland YMCA, Bullets, behind Fire Station #3 in Centerville, Western Convenience Center at 3455 Hadensville-Fife Road, and Central Convenience Center at 1908 Hidden Rock Lane.
Tax Benefits: GoochlandCares is a registered 501(c)3 non-profit agency. Donations may be tax deductible. Always consult with your tax advisor regarding deductions.
Contact:
Goochland Cares
2999 River Road West
Goochland VA 23063
Charlotte Bennett
Clothes Closet Manager
(804) 556-0202
[email protected]
Goodwill – Central Virginia
Mission: To meet the job training and career development needs of individuals, including those with challenges to employment, including physical and/or intellectual disabilities, a lack of work experience or history, illiteracy, language barriers, or a dependency on public assistance. Goodwill is there to serve the unemployed and underemployed in our community, including Veterans, older workers, women, youth, and returning citizens.
Donations Accepted: Clothing, shoes, furniture, collectibles, jewelry, antiques, books, household goods (dishes, housewares, etc.), home décor, linens (towels, sheets, etc.), flat-panel TVs, DVDs and other audio/visual items, small electronics, accessories, computers, printers, other electronics, and IT equipment. See the complete list of acceptable and unacceptable donations here.
Goodwill also accepts cars. Learn about auto donations here.
How to Donate:
- Bring your items to any Goodwill drop-off location. Find the nearest drop-off location with Goodwill’s store locator.
- Contact Goodwill’s partners, College Hunks Hauling Junk, to arrange for a pick-up at a discounted price. Click here or call 1-888-461-5241 for more information or to receive a quote.
Tax Benefits: All donations are tax deductible, but you must estimate the value of your own goods. Click here to see a Goodwill valuation guide.
Contact:
Goodwill – Central Virginia
6301 Midlothian Turnpike
Richmond, VA 23225
(804) 745-6300
Click here to find your nearest donation drop-off location.
Housing Families First
Mission: To provide families experiencing homelessness the tools to achieve housing stability and ensure that each family has access to the supportive services necessary to achieve long term housing stability.
Donations Accepted: Clothing, sofas, chairs, coffee and end tables, beds, gently used mattresses, chests of drawers, kitchen tables and chairs, kitchen appliances, washers/dryers, and other furniture items, home décor, kitchenware, or anything else that would go into helping a family set up a new home. Click here to see a complete list of requested items.
How to Donate: Contact Terri Iguina, Operations and Volunteer Manager, at [email protected] or 804-236-5800, ext. 24.
Tax Benefits: All donations to Housing Families First are text deductible.
Contact:
Housing Families First
3900 Nine Mile Road
Henrico, VA 23223
(804) 236-5800
[email protected]
Mercy Mall
Mission: To provide clothing, baby items, and housewares in a FREE boutique setting to those experiencing a time of crisis.
Donations Accepted: Men’s, women’s, and children’s clothing, baby gear, and household goods (not furniture). Donations should be seasonal, except XL Adult (men’s and women’s clothing in sizes 1x, 2x, 3x, 4x, 5x, 6x), coats, and jeans which are accepted year round. Click here for a complete donation list.
How to Donate: Bring your donations in during donation hours: Wednesdays, 10am – 2pm and Saturdays, 10am – 12pm. Be sure to read Donation Dos and Don’ts first.
Tax Benefits: Mercy Mall is a registered 501(c)3 organization. Ask for tax information at the time of donation or email the address below.
Contact:
Mercy Mall
7519 Whitepine Rd.
Richmond, VA 23237
(804) 728-2928 – messages only
[email protected]
Military Order of the Purple Heart
Mission: Dedicated to providing support, services and programs for ALL veterans and their families.
Donations Accepted: Clothing and cars. Click here to learn more about acceptable donations.
How to Donate: Pack up your items, then visit www.purpleheartpickup.org to schedule a pick-up or drop-off with GreenDrop Richmond.
Tax Benefits: All donations to Military Order of the Purple Heart are tax-deductible.
Contact:
Military Order of the Purple Heart Service Foundation, Inc
7008 Little River Turnpike
Annandale, VA 22003
(703) 256-6139
[email protected]
For clothing or car donations: (888) 414-4483
GreenDrop drop-off location (Richmond):
6919 Patterson Ave
Richmond, VA 23226
Hours: Monday – Friday 8am – 8pm; Saturday 8am – 6pm; Sunday 10am – 6pm.
OAR of Richmond
Mission: OAR (Offender Aid and Restoration) provides both pre- and post-release services to adults with criminal convictions, participating in reentry programs, Second Chance Mentoring and Transition Services programs in an effort to help former offenders transition back to society in a meaningful way.
Donations Accepted: Clothing (business and casual, gently used and/or new); shoes (gently used and/or new tennis shoes, boots and dress shoes); gift cards for goods (Wal-Mart, Target, grocery stores, etc.); household items (small appliances, coffee makers, toasters, linens for bed and bath); hygiene items (toiletries, shampoo, toothpaste, deodorant, etc.); bus tickets for GRTC (Richmond transit tickets to get to appointments, interviews, jobs, etc.)
How to Donate: For financial donations, fill out OAR’s online giving form. For in-kind donation of goods and clothing, contact Hannah Brechlin, Community Engagement Coordinator, at (804) 643-2746 or email [email protected].
Tax Benefits: Donations to OAR Richmond are tax-deductible.
Contact:
OAR of Richmond
3111 West Clay Street
Richmond, VA 23230
(804)643-2746
Salvation Army – Central Virginia
Mission: To serve those in need, including the provision of domestic services for adults, elderly, children, veterans, prisoners and the homeless, as well as international sponsorships and disaster relief.
Donations Accepted: Clothing, furniture, household goods and supplies, small appliances, cars and more.
How to Donate: To donate clothing, furniture or other household items to the Salvation Army, find a drop-off location or schedule a free pick-up.
Tax Benefits: All donations are tax deductible. Click here to see the donation valuation guide to help estimate the value of your donated goods for tax purposes. A receipt will be provided to you at the time of donation.
Contact:
The Salvation Army Central Virginia Area Command
2 West Grace Street
Richmond, VA 23220
(804) 225-7470
Services: Family Services, Shelter, Rehousing, Employment Preparation, Administration, Development
Click here to see other Salvation Army offices. Other services include Shelter & Transitional Housing, Family Services, Boys and Girls’ Club, Adult Rehabilitation and more.
Click here to find the nearest donation drop-off location.
Special Olympics’ Virginia Clothing Donation Programs
Mission: To help support the efforts of the Special Olympics throughout the state of Virginia.
Donations Accepted: New or gently used clothing, shoes and books.
How to Donate: Click here (and scroll down) to locate a Special Olympics Donation Bin near you. Drop your items off anytime at any convenient donation bin.
Tax Benefits: Tax receipts are available upon request. If you need a donation receipt, click here
Contact:
Special Olympics Virginia
For donation inquiries, contact Katie Botha at (804) 726-3024.
St. Joseph’s Villa
Mission: To create brighter futures for children of all socioeconomic backgrounds faced with developmental disabilities, diverse learning styles, mental health issues, homelessness and other challenges.
Donations Accepted: Clean and usable clothing, housewares, linens, toiletries, school and office supplies, and new toys and games. All items go directly to children and their families at no cost to them. Currently UNABLE TO ACCEPT furniture, used mattresses, box springs, pillows, stuffed animals, car seats, console televisions, luggage and exercise equipment.
How to Donate: Donation can be dropped off Monday – Wednesday, 11am – 4pm at the St Joseph’s Villa Donation Center in the basement of the Administration Building (separate entrance on the right side of the building). Get directions here.
Tax Benefits: All donations are tax-deductible.
Contact:
St. Joseph’s Villa
8000 Brook Road
Richmond, VA 23227
Main Phone: 804-553-3200
Toll-free: 800-273-6553
Tabernacle Baptist Church Food Pantry and Clothing Closet
Mission: To provide families in the Richmond area with necessary food, toiletries and clothing. TBC partners with The Virginia Food Bank and provides all supplies free of charge to those in need.
Donations Accepted: Non-perishable food items, toiletries (shampoo, soap, deodorant, etc.), and gently used clothing.
How to Donate:
Food and Toiletries
- Come by the Food Pantry / Clothing Closet any Thursday between 1:30-3:00 p.m. to pick up a donation bag.
- Bring full bag to the alley door off Meadow & Grove, 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., on the first Sunday of each month.
- Deposit the contributions in the provided container inside the church entrance.
- Keep the bag, and bring it back full on the first Sunday of the next month
Clothing
- Bring clothing to the Clothes Closet on any weekday and/or first Sundays.
Tax Benefits: Call the church office at (804) 355-0134 or email [email protected] to inquire about tax deductions.
Contact:
Tabernacle Baptist Church
1925 Grove Ave
Richmond, VA 23220
(804) 355-0134
[email protected]
The Clothes Rack (Junior League of Richmond)
Mission: To provide new and nearly new merchandise at affordable prices to the community and to raise funds to sponsor diverse community-focused programs in Richmond.
Donations Accepted: Clothes, jewelry, household goods, home décor and light furniture. Check out the donation guide for a full list of items that are accepted and those that are not.
How to Donate: Drop off donations at either of The Clothes Rack locations (2618 W. Cary Street or 6780 Forest Hill Avenue) between 10am and 6pm, Monday through Saturday. Donations can be dropped off at the back door of both facilities during business hours.
Tax Benefits: Tax receipts will be provided for donated goods.
Contact:
The Clothes Rack Locations
2618 W. Cary Street
Richmond, VA 23220
(804) 358-4693
6780 Forest Hill Avenue
Richmond, VA 23225
(804) 323-6270
Junior League of Richmond 205 W. Franklin St.
Richmond, VA 23220
(804) 643-4886
FURNITURE / HOUSEWARES
Boaz and Ruth: Harvest Thrift and Sunny Days Thrift
Mission: To help members of the Highland Park neighborhood rebuild lives and communities through relationships, training, transitional jobs and economic development.
Donations Accepted:
Sunny Days Thrift Clothing
New and gently used clothing for men, women, and children.
Harvest Thrift Furniture
Home goods, lightly used furniture, housewares, home décor, small appliances, and more. Click here to see a complete list of requested items.
How to Donate: Sunny Days Thrift and Harvest Thrift Furniture donations are accepted at Ruth and Boaz (3030 Meadowbridge Road), Monday – Friday, 9am – 4pm. To arrange a pick-up at your home, call Cynthia Brown at (804) 329-4900 or email [email protected].
Tax Benefits: All donations are tax deductible. Request a tax receipt at the time of donation.
Contact:
Boaz and Ruth
3030 Meadowbridge Road
Richmond, VA 23222
(804) 329-4900
[email protected]
For donation inquiries, contact Cynthia Brown at (804) 329-4900 or email [email protected].
CARITAS Furniture Bank
Mission: To provide low-cost or free household items to those individuals and families dealing with the crisis of homelessness and/or addiction in the Metro Richmond area.
Donations Accepted: Gently-used furniture and household items. Click here for a complete list of accepted items.
How to Donate:
- Drop off donations Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Friday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 1125 Commerce Road. Call (804) 358-0964, ext: 401 before dropping items off.
- Schedule a pick-up (for a small fee). Click here to complete the Pick-Up Request Form or call (804) 887-1593.
Tax Benefits: Your donation is tax-deductible; a receipt will be provided at time of donation.
Contact:
CARITAS
Furniture Bank
1125 Commerce Rd.
Richmond, VA 23224
(804) 358-0964 Ext: 401
[email protected]
General information
(804) 358-0964
[email protected]
Goochland Cares Free Clinic and Family Services
Mission: GoochlandCares has been a safety net for the community since 1952. Their mission is to provide health care and basic human services to Goochland residents in need. GoochlandCares envisions a Goochland community where everyone’s basic human needs are met.
Donations Accepted: Clothing, food, toys, books (especially children’s books) medical and dental supplies, home repair supplies, household goods (sheets, towels, etc.) See a complete donation list here.
Clothing and household goods are accepted the the Clothes Closet. The Clothes Closet accepts new and gently used clothing, shoes, jewelry, fashion accessories and small household items including sheets, towels, home décor, and small kitchen appliances in working order. See the complete Clothes Closet donation list here.
How to Donate: Donations are accepted every day except Sundays. Bring your donations to Goochland Cares on River Road West in Goochland on Monday: 9am – 4 PM; Tuesday: 9am – 7pm; Wednesday and Thursday: 9am – 4pm; Friday: 9am – 3pm; or Saturday: 9am – 12noon. Or locate a convenient drop-bin. Bins are located at Goochland YMCA, Bullets, behind Fire Station #3 in Centerville, Western Convenience Center at 3455 Hadensville-Fife Road, and Central Convenience Center at 1908 Hidden Rock Lane.
Tax Benefits: GoochlandCares is a registered 501(c)3 non-profit agency. Donations may be tax deductible. Always consult with your tax advisor regarding deductions.
Contact:
Goochland Cares
2999 River Road West
Goochland VA 23063
Charlotte Bennett
Clothes Closet Manager
(804) 556-0202
[email protected]
Goodwill – Central Virginia
Mission: To meet the job training and career development needs of individuals, including those with challenges to employment, including physical and/or intellectual disabilities, a lack of work experience or history, illiteracy, language barriers, or a dependency on public assistance. Goodwill is there to serve the unemployed and underemployed in our community, including Veterans, older workers, women, youth, and returning citizens.
Donations Accepted: Clothing, shoes, furniture, collectibles, jewelry, antiques, books, household goods (dishes, housewares, etc.), home décor, linens (towels, sheets, etc.), flat-panel TVs, DVDs and other audio/visual items, small electronics, accessories, computers, printers, other electronics, and IT equipment. See the complete list of acceptable and unacceptable donations here.
Goodwill also accepts cars. Learn about auto donations here.
How to Donate:
- Bring your items to any Goodwill drop-off location. Find the nearest drop-off location with Goodwill’s store locator.
- Contact Goodwill’s partners, College Hunks Hauling Junk, to arrange for a pick-up at a discounted price. Click here or call 1-888-461-5241 for more information to receive a quote.
Tax Benefits: All donations are tax deductible, but you must estimate the value of your own goods. Click here to see a Goodwill valuation guide.
Contact:
Goodwill – Central Virginia
6301 Midlothian Turnpike
Richmond, VA 23225
(804) 745-6300
Click here to find your nearest donation drop-off location.
Habitat for Humanity ReStore
Mission: To provide an affordable option for decorating, repairing, maintaining and furnishing homes, allowing Richmond area families to stay in budget while also raising funds that go back into Habitat for Humanity’s mission of building affordable housing in the Greater Richmond area.
Donations Accepted: New or like-new household goods, home décor, appliances, furniture, building supplies, and more. Contact the Richmond Habitat ReStore to learn more about what items are need and/or accepted.
How to Donate:
- Donations may be dropped off Monday through Saturday 9:30am – 5pm at 1901 Roane Street, Richmond, VA 23222. Upon arrival, call (804) 228-1305 and ReStore volunteers will direct you to the donation drop off area.
- Schedule a free donation pick-up in the City of Richmond or the Counties of Chesterfield or Henrico. Call (804) 228-1305 or fill out a Donation Pickup Request form here.
Tax Benefits: Donations are tax-deductible. Request a tax receipt at the time of donation.
Contact:
Richmond Habitat ReStore
1901 Roane Street
Richmond, VA 23222
Click here to complete an online contact form.
Housing Families First
Mission: To provide families experiencing homelessness the tools to achieve housing stability and ensure that each family has access to the supportive services necessary to achieve long term housing stability.
Donations Accepted: Clothing, sofas, chairs, coffee and end tables, beds, gently used mattresses, chests of drawers, kitchen tables and chairs, kitchen appliances, washers/dryers, and other furniture items, home décor, kitchenware, or anything else that would go into helping a family set up a new home. Click here to see a complete list of requested items.
How to Donate: Contact Terri Iguina, Operations and Volunteer Manager, at [email protected] or 804-236-5800, ext. 24.
Tax Benefits: Contact Housing Families First at (804) 236-5800 for tax information.
Contact:
Housing Families First
3900 Nine Mile Road
Henrico, VA 23223
(804) 236-5800
[email protected]
OAR of Richmond
Mission: OAR (Offender Aid and Restoration) provides both pre- and post-release services to adults with criminal convictions, participating in reentry programs, Second Chance Mentoring and Transition Services programs and more in an effort to help former offenders transition back to society in a meaningful way.
Donations Accepted: Clothing (business and casual, gently used and/or new); shoes (gently used and/or new tennis shoes, boots and dress shoes); gift cards for goods (Wal-Mart, Target, grocery stores, etc.); household items (small appliances, coffee makers, toasters, linens for bed and bath); hygiene items (toiletries, shampoo, toothpaste, deodorant, etc.); bus tickets for GRTC (Richmond transit tickets to get to appointments, interviews, jobs, etc.)
How to Donate: For financial donations, fill out OAR’s online giving form. For in-kind donation of goods and clothing, contact Hannah Brechlin, Community Engagement Coordinator, at (804) 643-2746 or email [email protected].
Tax Benefits: Donations to OAR Richmond are tax-deductible.
Contact:
OAR of Richmond
3111 West Clay Street
Richmond, VA 23230
(804)643-2746
Salvation Army – Central Virginia
Mission: To serve those in need, including the provision of domestic services for adults, elderly, children, veterans, prisoners and the homeless, as well as international sponsorships and disaster relief.
Donations Accepted: Clothing, furniture, household goods and supplies, small appliances, cars and more.
How to Donate: To donate clothing, furniture or other household items to the Salvation Army, find a drop-off location or schedule a free pick-up.
Tax Benefits: All donations are tax deductible. Click here to see the donation valuation guide to help estimate the value of your donated goods for tax purposes. A receipt will be provided to you at the time of donation.
Contact:
The Salvation Army Central Virginia Area Command
2 West Grace Street
Richmond, VA 23220
(804) 225-7470
Services: Family Services, Shelter, Rehousing, Employment Preparation, Administration, Development
Click here to see other Salvation Army offices. Other services include Shelter & Transitional Housing, Family Services, Boys and Girls’ Club, Adult Rehabilitation and more.
Click here to find the nearest donation drop-off location.
HOUSEHOLD SUPPLIES
Goodwill – Central Virginia
Mission: To meet the job training and career development needs of individuals, including those with challenges to employment, including physical and/or intellectual disabilities, a lack of work experience or history, illiteracy, language barriers, or a dependency on public assistance. Goodwill is there to serve the unemployed and underemployed in our community, including Veterans, older workers, women, youth, and returning citizens.
Donations Accepted: Clothing, shoes, furniture, collectibles, jewelry, antiques, books, household goods (dishes, housewares, etc.), home décor, linens (towels, sheets, etc.), flat-panel TVs, DVDs and other audio/visual items, small electronics, accessories, computers, printers, other electronics, and IT equipment. See the complete list of acceptable and unacceptable donations here.
Goodwill also accepts cars. Learn about auto donations here.
How to Donate:
- Bring your items to any Goodwill drop-off location. Find the nearest drop-off location with Goodwill’s store locator.
- Contact Goodwill’s partners, College Hunks Hauling Junk, to arrange for a pick-up at a discounted price. Click here or call 1-888-461-5241 for more information to receive a quote.
Tax Benefits: All donations are tax deductible, but you must estimate the value of your own goods. Click here to see a Goodwill valuation guide.
Contact:
Goodwill – Central Virginia
6301 Midlothian Turnpike
Richmond, VA 23225
(804) 745-6300
Click here to find your nearest donation drop-off location.
Home Again Richmond
Mission: To help families and individuals experiencing homelessness secure and maintain a home…again.
Donations Accepted/ Items Currently Needed: Canned foods; gift cards to assist in moving to permanent housing; standard size (new) pillows; TWIN bed sheets and blankets; powdered laundry soap; dish detergent; glass cleaner; paper towels; toilet paper; powdered cleansers (e.g., Comet); brooms/dust pans/sponge mops (with extra mop heads); disinfectant spray; liquid bleach (one gallon bottles).
How to Donate: Click here to fill out an online volunteer / donation form or call (804) 358-7747.
Tax Benefits: Contact HomeAgain Richmond at (804) 358-7747 or email [email protected] for tax information.
Contact:
HomeAgain Richmond
5 East Franklin Street
Richmond, VA 23219
(804) 358-7747
[email protected]
St. Joseph’s Villa
Mission: To create brighter futures for children of all socioeconomic backgrounds faced with developmental disabilities, diverse learning styles, mental health issues, homelessness and other challenges.
Donations Accepted: Clean and usable clothing, housewares, linens, toiletries, school and office supplies, and new toys and games. All items go directly to children and their families at no cost to them. Currently UNABLE TO ACCEPT furniture, used mattresses, box springs, pillows, stuffed animals, car seats, console televisions, luggage and exercise equipment.
How to Donate: Donation can be dropped off Monday – Wednesday, 11am – 4pm at the St Joseph’s Villa Donation Center in the basement of the Administration Building (separate entrance on the right side of the building). Get directions here.
Tax Benefits: All donations are tax-deductible.
Contact:
St. Joseph’s Villa
8000 Brook Road
Richmond, VA 23227
Main Phone: 804-553-3200
Toll-free: 800-273-6553
The Doorways
Mission: To provide a healing, emotionally supportive environment for those who need to be close to the hospital, but unable to commute from home. The Doorways provides temporary lodging and non-medical services to patients and their families referred through our participating Richmond-area hospital partners.
Donations Accepted: Non-perishable food items, trial sized toiletries (shampoos, toothpaste, soaps, lotions, etc.), housekeeping supplies (laundry detergent, trash bags, etc.), small electronics (alarm clocks, etc.), linens (towels and sheets), and more. Click here to see the complete donation list.
How to Donate: Call The Doorways at (804) 828-6901 to arrange a donation drop-off time.
Tax Benefits: Donations are tax deductible. Request a tax receipt at the time of donation.
Contact:
The Doorways (formerly Hospital Hospitality House)
612 East Marshall Street
Richmond, Virginia 23219
(804) 828-6901
Click here for an online contact form.
YWCA of Richmond
Mission: To help women, children and families in the community of Richmond, Virginia by eliminating racism and empowering women. Donations help YWCA preschool teachers create a welcoming and quality educational environment and provide survivors in emergency housing (and their family members) with critical, everyday items, from toiletries to bedding to household cleaning products.
Donations Accepted:
Critical Needs: New sheet sets (full-size and twin) & blankets; towels; non-perishable food items (canned goods, cereal, snacks, pasta); basic kitchen utensils (plates, bowls, pots, silverware); diapers (all sizes); bus tickets and gift cards; toilet paper; printer paper (standard size, white).
Other Needs: Preschool-age books and supplies, including hand sanitizer (alcohol free ONLY), markers, crayons, play doh, bulletin board paper and borders, learning games, early reader books, art supplies, printer paper, craft supplies (e.g. bows, beads, wrapping paper, newspapers, beads, yarn, string, fabric, stickers). Baby and children’s items such as diapers/pull-ups, baby toiletry items, bibs, teethers, pacifiers, formula, onesies, ointment, bottles, backpacks, school supplies, and new socks. Gently used cell phones,
Due to space restrictions, clothing items are no longer accepted. See more donation ideas, including a YWCA Wish List here.
How to Donate: Donations can be dropped off at YWCA Richmond’s downtown location (6 N. 5th Street), Monday through Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm. Park in the loading zone in front of the building, let the front desk know you have donations and someone will help you unload your items and provide a tax receipt.
Tax Benefits: Donation are tax deductible. Request a tax receipt at the time of donation.
Contact:
YWCA Richmond (Downtown)
6 N. 5th Street
Richmond, VA 23219
(804) 643-6761
TOILETRIES / PERSONAL ITEMS
First Baptist Church – Compassion Ministry
Mission: To support the both local and international communities in need with Christian love, service and vital goods. See a complete list of Compassion Ministry programs and services here.
Donations Accepted:
Food Pantry
Peanut butter; canned pork & beans; baked beans; canned fruits and vegetables; boxed cereals (oatmeal, grits, etc); canned pastas and spaghetti sauce; Saltine crackers; peanut butter crackers; breakfast bars; Pop-Tarts®; canned soup; mac and cheese; canned tuna; Vienna sausage; potted meat; any small pop-top can of an item listed above.
Toiletries
Toothpaste; toothbrushes; spray deodorant; hand lotions; disposable razors; men’s underwear (new, sized 30-44); women’s underwear (new, size 5-10); washcloths; shaving cream
Items for the Clothes Closet and Sleeping Bag Ministries
Clothing (especially menswear); shoes (especially large sizes); socks; belts; rain ponchos; umbrellas; backpacks (new and used); sheets and blankets; sleeping bags (new and used); laundry detergent; brown grocery bags with handles; Bibles in good condition
How to Donate: Drop items off at designated First Baptist donation locations. To find out hours and locations, contact Director of Compassion Ministry, Steve Blanchard, at (804) 358-5458 ext. 133.
Tax Benefits: Call (804) 358-5458 ext. 133 to find out about tax deductions for non-monetary donations.
Contact:
First Baptist Church
2709 Monument Avenue
Richmond, VA 23220
Main Phone: (804) 355-8637
Automated: (804) 358-5458
St. Joseph’s Villa
Mission: To help youth reach their potential by creating brighter futures for children of all socioeconomic backgrounds faced with developmental disabilities, diverse learning styles, mental health issues, homelessness and other challenges.
Donations Accepted: Clean and usable clothing, housewares, linens, toiletries, school and office supplies, and new toys and games. All items go directly to children and their families at no cost to them. Currently UNABLE TO ACCEPT furniture, used mattresses, box springs, pillows, stuffed animals, car seats, console televisions, luggage and exercise equipment.
How to Donate: Donation can be dropped off Monday – Wednesday, 11am – 4pm at the St Joseph’s Villa Donation Center in the basement of the Administration Building (separate entrance on the right side of the building). Get directions here.
Tax Benefits: All donations are tax-deductible.
Contact:
St. Joseph’s Villa
8000 Brook Road
Richmond, VA 23227
Main Phone: 804-553-3200
Toll-free: 800-273-6553
The Doorways
Mission: To provide a healing, emotionally supportive environment for those who need to be close to the hospital, but are unable to commute from home. The Doorways provides temporary lodging and non-medical services to patients and their families referred through our participating Richmond-area hospital partners.
Donations Accepted: Non-perishable food items, trial sized toiletries (shampoos, toothpaste, soaps, lotions, etc.), housekeeping supplies (laundry detergent, trash bags, etc.), small electronics (alarm clocks, etc.), linens (towels and sheets), and more. Click here to see the complete donation list.
How to Donate: Call The Doorways at (804) 828-6901 to arrange a donation drop-off time.
Tax Benefits: Donations are tax deductible. Request a tax receipt at the time of donation.
Contact:
The Doorways (formerly Hospital Hospitality House)
612 East Marshall Street
Richmond, Virginia 23219
(804) 828-6901
Click here for an online contact form.
BOOKS
Better World Books
Mission: To collect books that can be sold online to help raise funds for non-profit literacy organizations who are changing the world through teaching kids, supporting families, building schools and filling libraries.
Donations Accepted: All books welcome…good condition, please! For large donations, please contact [email protected].
How to donate: Use the Better World Drop Box Finder to find the drop box nearest you (there are many in the Richmond area). Collect your donation, make sure all books are in good repair, remove any personal inscriptions/information, and drop your books off for the next family to enjoy.
Tax Benefits: Contact Better World Books for tax information.
Contact:
Better World Book
To contact Better World Books directly, submit an online request or email [email protected].
Children’s Museum of Richmond – Book Bank
Mission: To provide books to underserved children and organizations that serve at-risk children in the Richmond and Greater Richmond area.
Donations Accepted: New or like-new children’s books. Board books, picture books, early chapter books and books in Spanish are greatly needed.
How to donate: Books are accepted at all four museum locations (Richmond, Chesterfield, Short Pump and Fredericksburg).
Tax Benefits: Contact your local Children’s Museum branch to learn more about tax benefits.
Contact:
CMoR Central
2626 West Broad St.
Richmond, VA 23220
(804) 474-7062
CMoR Short Pump
11800 West Broad St.
Richmond, VA 23233
(804) 474-7070
CMoR Chesterfield
6629 Lake Harbour Dr.
Midlothian, VA 23112
(804) 474-7075
CMoR Fredericksburg
1275 Jefferson Davis Hwy.
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
(540) 656-2233
Friends of the Richmond Public Library
Mission: To raise funds through a semi-annual book sale to help support the efforts of the Richmond Public Library.
Donations Accepted: Hardcover and paperback books in good condition (no mildew, mold, missing pages or covers), DVDs, CDs, videotapes, cassettes and LPs.
How to Donate: Bring donations to the twice-a-year “Drive-Thru” Book Drive held at the rear loading dock of the Main Library (101 E. Franklin Street), or donate anytime by bringing items to the Circulation Desk at the Main Library or any branch with a Daily Book Sale area. Contact [email protected] for more information or to arrange a special drop-off. Please complete the Donation Form before making donations.
Tax Benefits: All donations are tax-deductible. Download the Donation Form here and keep a signed copy as your tax receipt.
Contact:
Friends of the Richmond Public Library
Located at the Richmond Public Library Main Branch
101 E. Franklin Street
Richmond, VA 23219
(804) 646-3411
[email protected]
Special Olympics’ Virginia Clothing Donation Programs
Mission: To help support the efforts of the Special Olympics throughout the state of Virginia.
Donations Accepted: New or gently used clothing, shoes and books.
How to Donate: Click here (and scroll down) to locate a Special Olympics Donation Bin near you. Drop your items off anytime at any convenient donation bin.
Tax Benefits: Tax receipts are available upon request. If you need a donation receipt, click here
Contact:
Special Olympics Virginia
For donation inquiries, contact Katie Botha at (804) 726-3024.
VCU Libraries’ Book Donations
Mission: To obtain books for inclusion in the VCU library collections for students and researchers; as well as to gather donations for the Annual Friends of VCU Libraries Book Sale, which generates income to purchase new resources for VCU Libraries and to support Friends of VCU Libraries’ events.
Donations Accepted: Hardcover and paperback books in good condition (no mildew, water damage, torn/missing pages, etc.); comic books and graphic novels; audiobooks in any format; movie DVDs; and music CDs and LPs. Please click here to see items that cannot be accepted at this time.
How to Donate: Check through your donation materials to remove inscriptions, names or other identifying or confidential material. Print and complete VCU’s form to submit with your materials. Make an appointment to deliver your materials by contacting LaJuan Neal, Development Associate, at (804) 827-3616 or [email protected].
Tax Benefits: Donations are tax deductible. Contact [email protected] to learn more.
Contact:
VCU Libraries – Donate Books
James Branch Cabell Library
Monroe Park Campus
901 Park Avenue
Richmond, VA 23284
(804) 828-1111
Toll-free: (844) 352-7399
Tompkins-McCaw Library
MCV Campus
509 N. 12th Street
Richmond, VA 23298
(804) 828-0636
Toll-free: (844) 352-7399
FOOD
First Baptist Church – Compassion Ministry
Mission: To support both local and international communities in need with Christian love, service and vital goods. See a complete list of Compassion Ministry programs and services here.
Donations Accepted:
Food Pantry
Peanut butter; canned pork & beans; baked beans; canned fruits and vegetables; boxed cereals (oatmeal, grits, etc); canned pastas and spaghetti sauce; Saltine crackers; peanut butter crackers; breakfast bars; Pop-Tarts®; canned soup; mac and cheese; canned tuna; Vienna sausage; potted meat; any small pop-top can of an item listed above.
Toiletries
Toothpaste; toothbrushes; spray deodorant; hand lotions; disposable razors; men’s underwear (new, sized 30-44); women’s underwear (new, size 5-10); washcloths; shaving cream.
Items for the Clothes Closet and Sleeping Bag Ministries
Clothing (especially menswear); shoes (especially large sizes); socks; belts; rain ponchos; umbrellas; backpacks (new and used); sheets and blankets; sleeping bags (new and used); laundry detergent; brown grocery bags with handles; Bibles in good condition.
How to Donate: Drop items off at designated First Baptist donation locations. To find out hours and locations, contact Director of Compassion Ministry, Steve Blanchard, at (804) 358-5458 ext. 133.
Tax Benefits: Call (804) 358-5458 ext. 133 to find out about tax deductions for non-monetary donations.
Contact:
First Baptist Church
2709 Monument Avenue
Richmond, VA 23220
Main Phone: (804) 355-8637
Automated: (804) 358-5458
Goochland Cares Free Clinic and Family Services
Mission: GoochlandCares has been a safety net for the community since 1952. Their mission is to provide health care and basic human services to Goochland residents in need. GoochlandCares envisions a Goochland community where everyone’s basic human needs are met.
Donations Accepted: Food, clothing, toys, books (especially children’s books) medical and dental supplies, home repair supplies, household goods (sheets, towels, etc.) See a complete donation list here.
Food is accepted the the Food Pantry. The Food Pantry accepts donations of non-perishable food items and household products like toilet paper and detergent. They also accept fresh garden produce and backyard eggs. CLICK HERE FOR A COMPLETE LIST.
How to Donate: Donations are accepted at Goochland Cares offices on River Road West in Goochland Mondays: 9am – 3pm; Tuesdays: 9am – 6pm; Wednesdays and Thursdays: 9am – 3pm; Fridays: 9am – 2pm; and on Saturdays and Sundays: only canned items accepted – drop off bins located at far side of building.
Tax Benefits: GoochlandCares is a registered 501(c)3 non-profit agency. Donations may be tax deductible. Always consult with your tax advisor regarding deductions.
Contact:
Goochland Cares
2999 River Road West
Goochland VA 23063
Terry Lynn Ebright
Food Pantry Manager
804-556-6260
[email protected]
The Doorways
Mission: To provide a healing, emotionally supportive environment for those who need to be close to the hospital, but are unable to commute from home. The Doorways provides temporary lodging and non-medical services to patients and their families referred through our participating Richmond-area hospital partners.
Donations Accepted: Non-perishable food items, trial sized toiletries (shampoos, toothpaste, soaps, lotions, etc.), housekeeping supplies (laundry detergent, trash bags, etc.), small electronics (alarm clocks, etc.), linens (towels and sheets), and more. Click here to see the complete list.
How to Donate: Call The Doorways at (804) 828-6901 to arrange a donation drop-off time.
Tax Benefits: Donations are tax deductible. Request a tax receipt at the time of donation.
Contact:
The Doorways (formerly Hospital Hospitality House)
612 East Marshall Street
Richmond, Virginia 23219
(804) 828-6901
Click here for an online contact form.
YWCA of Richmond
Mission: To help women, children and families in the community of Richmond, Virginia, by eliminating racism and empowering women. Donations help YWCA preschool teachers create a welcoming and quality educational environment and provide survivors in emergency housing (and their family members) with critical, everyday items, from toiletries to bedding to household cleaning products.
Donations Accepted:
Critical Needs: New sheet sets (full-size and twin) & blankets; towels; non-perishable food items (canned goods, cereal, snacks, pasta); basic kitchen utensils (plates, bowls, pots, silverware); diapers (all sizes); bus tickets and gift cards; toilet paper; printer paper (standard size, white).
Due to space restrictions, clothing items are no longer accepted. See more donation ideas, including a YWCA Wish List here.
How to Donate: Donations can be dropped off at YWCA Richmond’s downtown location (6 N. 5th Street), Monday through Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm. Park in the loading zone in front of the building, let the front desk know you have donations and someone will help you unload your items and provide a tax receipt.
Tax Benefits: Donation are tax deductible. Request a tax receipt at the time of donation.
Contact:
YWCA Richmond (Downtown)
6 N. 5th Street
Richmond, VA 23219
(804) 643-6761
NEW GOODS AND SUPPLIES
Friends of the Pregnancy Resource Center (PRC) of Metro Richmond
Mission: To provide support for women and families unprepared for pregnancy by offering resources and practical assistance.
Donations Accepted: Gently used maternity clothing. Due to health and safety regulations, only maternity clothes can be used – all other items must be new. Other needs include baby clothing and toys, diapers, formula, cribs, car seats, etc. Click here to see the PRC’s highest priority needs.
How to Donate: To ensure client confidentiality, please call ahead to arrange a donation time and use the side door. Donation drop-offs can be arranged with Allison Brown at (804) 673-2020 or [email protected].
Contact:
Pregnancy Resource Center of Metro Richmond
1510 Willow Lawn Drive, Suite 200
Richmond, VA 23230
(804) 673-4150
[email protected]
STEP (Strategies to Elevate People) Richmond
Mission: To use Christian values to develop strategies to meet the needs of the urban poor in the Richmond area and to defeat poverty in the local communities.
Donations Accepted:
Back to School: School supplies
Christmas Store: New, unwrapped toys, games, gift cards, electronics, bikes and other children’s items for resale at half (or less) of the original price.
How to Donate: Organize a donation drive or collection locations for your community, business or church group or drop off private donations at 1900 Chamberlayne Avenue between 8:30am – 5pm or by appointment. Contact Bekah Yowell at [email protected] or call (804) 648-7552 to learn more.
Tax Benefits: All financial gifts/donations are tax-deductible. Contact STEP to find out about tax benefits for donated goods.
Contact:
STEP Richmond
1900 Chamberlayne Avenue
Richmond, VA 23222
(804) 648-7552
[email protected]
CARS
Goodwill – Central Virginia
Mission: To meet the job training and career development needs of individuals, including those with challenges to employment, including physical and/or intellectual disabilities, a lack of work experience or history, illiteracy, language barriers, or a dependency on public assistance. Goodwill is there to serve the unemployed and underemployed in our community, including Veterans, older workers, women, youth, and returning citizens.
Donations Accepted: Clothing, shoes, furniture, collectibles, jewelry, antiques, books, household goods (dishes, housewares, etc.), home décor, linens (towels, sheets, etc.), flat-panel TVs, DVDs and other audio/visual items, small electronics, accessories, computers, printers, other electronics, and IT equipment. See the complete list of acceptable and unacceptable items here.
Goodwill also accepts cars. Click here for more information.
How to Donate:
- Bring your items to any Goodwill drop-off location. Find the nearest drop-off location with Goodwill’s store locator.
- Contact Goodwill’s partners, College Hunks Hauling Junk, to arrange for a pick-up at a discounted price. Click here or call 1-888-461-5241 for more information to receive a quote.
Tax Benefits: All donations are tax deductible, but you must estimate the value of your own goods. Click here to see a Goodwill valuation guide.
Contact:
Goodwill – Central Virginia
6301 Midlothian Turnpike
Richmond, VA 23225
(804) 745-6300
Click here to find your nearest drop-off location.
Military Order of the Purple Heart
Mission: Dedicated to providing support, services and programs for ALL veterans and their families.
Donations Accepted: Clothing and cars. Click here to learn more about acceptable donations.
How to Donate: Pack up your items. Visit www.purpleheartpickup.org. Schedule a pick up or drop off with GreenDrop Richmond.
Tax Benefits: All donations to Military Order of the Purple Heart are tax-deductible.
Contact:
Military Order of the Purple Heart Service Foundation, Inc.
7008 Little River Turnpike
Annandale, VA 22003
(703) 256-6139
[email protected]
For clothing or car donations: (888) 414-4483
GreenDrop drop-off location (Richmond):
6919 Patterson Ave
Richmond, VA 23226
Hours: Monday – Friday 8am – 8pm; Saturday 8am – 6pm; Sunday 10am – 6pm.
Salvation Army – Central Virginia
Mission: To serve those in need, including the provision of domestic services for adults, elderly, children, veterans, prisoners and the homeless, as well as international sponsorships and disaster relief.
Donations Accepted: Clothing, furniture, household goods and supplies, small appliances, cars and more.
How to Donate: To donate clothing, furniture or other household items to the Salvation Army, find a drop-off location or schedule a free pick-up.
Tax Benefits: All donations are tax deductible. Click here to see the donation valuation guide to help estimate the value of your donated goods for tax purposes. A receipt will be provided to you at the time of donation.
Contact:
The Salvation Army Central Virginia Area Command
2 West Grace Street
Richmond, VA 23220
(804) 225-7470
Services: Family Services, Shelter, Rehousing, Employment Preparation, Administration, Development
Click here to see other Salvation Army offices. Other services include Shelter & Transitional Housing, Family Services, Boys and Girls’ Club, Adult Rehabilitation and more.
Click here to find the nearest donation drop-off location.
There are other ways to help support fellow Richmonders in need. Click here to find out how you can volunteer your time to help non-profit organizations in the Richmond area.
