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Thank you for thinking of CARITAS for your item donation! See below for lists of what we do and do not accept. You can either drop off donations or, if donating essential furniture, request we pick them up.

You can drop off donations Monday through Friday from 11 AM to 3 PM at 2220 Stockton Street, Richmond, VA 23224. Because our needs and space constraints are constantly evolving, we encourage you to call us before dropping off your donation at (804) 887-1594.

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Interested in a large bulk donation? Reach out to volunteer@caritasva.org to discuss this donation.

DONATE PROGRAM SUPPLIES
→ Bikes (gently used or new)
→ Bike helmets (new)
→ Bike locks
→ Gently used or new professional clothing & shoes (please call and before dropping off clothing – we do not always have space for clothing)
→ New undergarments (socks, underwear, undershirts, bras)
→ Hair care products (shampoo, conditioner, styling products, etc.)
→ Hygiene products (body wash, deodorant, toothpaste, toothbrushes, alcohol-free mouthwash, etc.)
→ Over-the-counter medications
→ Spiral notebooks
→ Black ball pens
→ USB flash drives
→ Backpacks
→ Twin sheets
→ Towels & washcloths
→ Rolling luggage and duffel bags (gently used or new)
→ Prepaid cell phones (new)
→ Umbrellas & ponchos
→ Flashlights
→ Alcoholics Anonymous books – “The Big Book”
→ Twin air mattress (new)
Donate Furniture
→ Metal bed frames: NO headboards, footboards, or wooden frames
→ Bookcases
→ Chairs: kitchen and upholstered
→ Dressers
→ Mattresses and box springs: stain and rip-free (NO kings or foam)
→ Sofas, loveseats, and ottomans (NO sleeper sofas or sectionals)
→ Tables: kitchen and dining (NO glass top tables), bedside table, end table, coffee table, and TV stand
→ Mirrors
Donate Linens, Kitchen, & Bath Essentials (full sets not required)
→ Bakeware
→ Bed linens/sheets: pillowcases, flat sheets, fitted sheets, and mattress pads
→ Blankets/comforters/bedspreads: all sizes
→ Cookware: all sizes, pots and pans
→ Dishes: plates, bowls, cups
→ Glassware: larger than 6 oz, NO stemware
→ Knives and cutting boards
→ Laundry baskets and bags
→ Sleeping pillows only, NO throw pillows
→ Hardware: forks, spoons, knives + serving pieces
→ Towels: kitchen and bath (wash, hand and bath)
→ Utensils (serving)
Donate Small Appliances & Electronics
→ Blenders and food processors
→ Clocks
→ Coffeemakers
→ Crockpots
→ Fans: box and floor (NO ceiling fixtures)
→ Heaters: small/electric (no base-board heaters)
→ Irons and ironing boards
→ Lamps: floor and table (NO fixtures)
→ Microwaves
→ Portable radios
→ Toasters and toaster ovens
→ Vacuums
Donate Cleaning Supplies
→ Broom (new)
→ Mop (new)
→ Cleaning kits (bucket, all-purpose cleaner, sponges, paper towels, Windex, disinfectant, etc.)
Items we DO NOT accept
→ Headboards, footboards, or wooden bed frames
→ Hospital or electric beds
→ King-size mattresses, king-size beds
→ Sleeper sofas
→ Tempur-Pedic mattresses
→ Appliances, washers, dryers, refrigerators, stoves, etc.
→ Specialty appliances: electric griddles, woks, fry pans, panini press/grills, quesadilla makers, rice steamers, and waffle makers
→ Glass stemware
→ Electronic equipment, stereo systems, and speakers
→ Rocking chairs
→ Entertainment centers, wardrobes, or armoires
→ TVs
→ Commercial office furniture (e.g., cubicles and large desks)
→ Cribs, car seats, strollers, or other baby equipment
→ Medical equipment or wheelchairs
→ Kitchen cabinets, ceiling fans, light fixtures that require installation, or any other items that attach to building structures
→ Any type of décor/knick-knacks/throw pillows
→ Artwork
→ Toys
→ Computers
→ Books
→ Sewing machines
→ Baby and children’s clothing
→ Used undergarments and socks
→ Purses
→ Face masks

It is important to CARITAS that we provide quality, essential furniture and household items to families served by our programs. Therefore, we are unable to accept items that are not on our accepted donations list and/or are stained, ripped, torn, and/or contain pet hair. Team members have the right to refuse items that don’t meet our quality standards.

Options for Items CARITAS Does Not Accept

NEW LIFE THRIFT STORE

2501 TURNER RD
RICHMOND, VA 23224

(844) 231-HOPE

DIVERSITY THRIFT

1407 SHERWOOD AVE
RICHMOND, VA 23220

(804) 353-8890

LOVE OF JESUS THRIFT STORE SOUTH

5503 MIDLOTHIAN TURNPIKE
RICHMOND, VA 23225

(804) 230-4144

RICHMOND METROPOLITAN HABITAT FOR HUMANITY RESTORE – CHESTERFIELD

1201 MALL DR
RICHMOND, VA 23235

(804) 299-4552

RICHMOND METROPOLITAN HABITAT FOR HUMANITY RESTORE – NORTHSIDE

1901 ROANE ST
RICHMOND, VA 23222

(804) 228-1305