Updated for 2026
Whether you’re preparing for a move, downsizing, spring cleaning, or simply trying to declutter your home, knowing where to donate your unwanted items can make the process easier while helping your local community.
At Maid to Shine, we help Portland homeowners prepare their homes every day. One of the questions we hear most often is:
“Where should I donate all this stuff?”
So we created this updated guide to help you quickly find the right place for everything from furniture and clothing to books, toys, pet supplies, and electronics.
Where to Donate Furniture
Large furniture can be one of the hardest things to part with, but several Portland nonprofits accept gently used furniture, some will even come haul it away for you.
Habitat for Humanity ReStore
What they accept: Furniture, appliances, and building materials that are clean, complete, and in sellable condition.
Pickup available? Yes, through their ReSupply pickup partnership; fees start around $99 depending on volume and location. Free drop-off is also available.
Website: pdxrestore.org
Tip: Wipe down and photograph larger pieces before pickup — it speeds up their intake and helps them assess condition ahead of time.
Community Warehouse
What they accept: Furniture, mattresses, sofas, and kitchen tables in good, clean, ready-to-use condition — this is a furniture bank, so quality standards matter.
Pickup available? Yes, free pickup can be scheduled by emailing logistics@communitywarehouse.org.
Website: communitywarehouse.org
Tip: Group smaller household items into coordinated sets before you donate — it helps families receive complete, usable collections rather than mismatched pieces.
The Salvation Army
What they accept: New and gently used furniture (no built-in appliances or older electronics).
Pickup available? Sometimes, call 1-800-SA-TRUCK to check availability in your zip code, since in-home pickup is limited in parts of the Portland area right now. Drop-off locations are always an option.
Website: satruck.org
Goodwill (smaller furniture only)
What they accept: Smaller furniture pieces like chairs, side tables, and lamps. No mattresses, large appliances, or damaged items.
Pickup available? No — drop-off only, at any of their multiple Portland-area locations.
Website: meetgoodwill.org
Tip: Pre-sort items into categories — clothing, electronics, home goods — before you arrive. It makes for a much faster drop-off.
William Temple House
What they accept: Furniture, antiques, area rugs, and household goods in gently used condition.
Pickup available? Yes, for a $50 fee ($25 for no-contact curbside pickup). Call 503-715-0336 to schedule.
Website: williamtemple.org
Tip: Gently used décor — lamps, vases, mirrors — helps create a welcoming feel for someone shopping to furnish a new home.
PickUp Please (Vietnam Veterans of America)
What they accept: Clothing, small furniture, household goods, books, toys, and shoes.
Pickup available? Yes — free home pickup, serving the Portland/Gladstone area. Schedule online or call 1-888-518-8387.
Website: pickupplease.org/portland
Tip: Label your bags or boxes clearly and leave them out on the scheduled morning — no one needs to be home for the pickup.
Where to Donate Clothing
Good clothing can make an immediate impact — whether it’s helping someone dress for a job interview or keeping a family warm this winter. Organizations include:
- Dress for Success Oregon — accepts professional attire, suits, blouses, shoes, and accessories, but only during their monthly Donation Call Out days. A kind note tucked into a blazer pocket can mean a lot to someone starting a new chapter.
- Goodwill — accepts clothing of all kinds at any location, any day.
- William Temple House — gently used clothing and shoes for their thrift store.
- Transition Projects — in-season, clean clothing for people experiencing homelessness; drop off Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. Bundling socks, hats, and gloves into small care packages is especially useful heading into Portland’s rainy season.
- Portland Rescue Mission — clothing, blankets, and new undergarments and socks, accepted at Shepherd’s Door Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday afternoons.
- Rose Haven (women) — clothing, shoes, and outdoor gear for women and gender-fluid folks; drop-off Tuesday afternoons.
- Do Good Multnomah — supports veterans experiencing homelessness in North Portland; accepts clothing, shoes, bedding, furniture, and household items. Weather-appropriate items like jackets and sweaters are especially welcome as the weather cools.
- PickUp Please — will pick up clothing donations for free along with household goods and small furniture. pickupplease.org/portland
Where to Donate Household Goods
Kitchenware, decor, lamps, small appliances, linens, and towels are always in demand at furniture banks and thrift stores. Suggested organizations:
- Community Warehouse — accepts cookware, dishes, linens, and small household essentials alongside furniture.
- William Temple House — takes cookware, housewares, bedding, and small electrical appliances.
Goodwill — accepts most clean, working household goods, though not large appliances. - Habitat for Humanity ReStore — good option for kitchen items, light fixtures, and decor in addition to furniture.
- My Father’s House — a Gresham family shelter that accepts bedding, kitchen supplies, and toiletries; donating matching sets (bedding with pillows and linens, for example) helps create a more home-like environment for families moving into stable housing. Donation center open Monday–Saturday, 9am–1pm (closed in December).
- Do Good Multnomah — also accepts household items alongside clothing and furniture for veterans.
Where to Donate Baby Items
Baby gear is one of the most-searched donation categories in Portland — new parents need it, and it’s expensive to buy new. Options include:
- Mother & Child Education Center — accepts gently used baby clothing, unopened diapers and formula, and valid car seats and strollers, by appointment only (call 503-249-5801). momchildpdx.org
- Community Warehouse — accepts cribs, high chairs, and other baby furniture as part of their furniture bank.
- Bridges to Change — a Portland recovery organization that supports families in transitional housing; it’s worth calling ahead to confirm current needs for baby items.
- Children’s Book Bank (books) — accepts new and gently used children’s books for kids up through 8th grade. childrensbookbank.com
Where to Donate Books
- Friends of Multnomah County Library — drop off a bag or box at any library branch, or bring up to 5 boxes to their Rose City Reads bookstore.
- Children’s Book Bank — children’s books only, dropped off at their NE Portland location Monday–Friday.
- Little Free Libraries — leave books directly in any of the neighborhood boxes around Portland; just don’t overfill them.
- Schools — many Portland-area schools and classroom libraries welcome gently used book donations; check with the front office first.
- Schoolhouse Supplies — also takes books, games, and other classroom-appropriate learning materials by appointment.
Where to Donate School Supplies
A category that’s easy to overlook, but Portland classrooms rely on it heavily.
Schoolhouse Supplies
What they accept: New and gently used school, office, and art supplies — pencils, paper, folders, backpacks, books, games, and other classroom materials, all clean and in good condition.
Pickup available? No — drop-off by appointment, Tuesday–Thursday, 9:30am–2pm, at 4916 NE 122nd Ave.
Website: schoolhousesupplies.org
Tip: Put together a “student starter pack” — pencils, a notebook, and a few art supplies bundled together. Small, ready-to-use bundles like this brighten a kid’s first day back.
Where to Donate Electronics
- Free Geek — accepts almost anything that plugs in, including computers, monitors, and TVs; public donation hours are Wednesday–Saturday, 11am–4pm.
- Best Buy — in-store recycling for most consumer electronics (up to three items per household per day, some fees may apply), plus a trade-in program for devices in working condition.
- Goodwill (certain items) — accepts some electronics through the Oregon E-Cycles program.
- Oregon E-Cycles — a free statewide recycling program for computers, monitors, TVs, and printers (up to seven items at a time) at certified sites including Metro transfer stations.
- PickUp Please — will also pick up small household electronics along with clothing and household goods.
Where to Donate Pet Supplies
This is a great category for reducing waste — nearly everything left over from a pet’s life can go to another animal that needs it. Include:
- Oregon Humane Society — accepts new and gently used pet food (unopened or original packaging), leashes, collars, bowls, toys, and blankets; drop off daily 10am–6pm.
- Pixie Project — accepts pet food, toys, harnesses, crates, beds, and even household cleaning supplies used in animal care.
- The Pongo Fund — a Portland pet food bank helping families facing financial hardship keep their pets fed. Accepts unopened bags of pet food and pet accessories (no prescription food, supplements, medications, or opened/perishable food) at their SE Portland location — check their site for current drop-off hours before you go. Pet beds, blankets, and toys donated alongside food bring extra comfort.
- Local rescues — many smaller Portland-area rescues take unused food, leashes, beds, and toys directly; check their social media or websites for current wish lists before dropping off.
Where to Donate Building Materials
- Habitat for Humanity ReStore — lumber, doors, windows, cabinets, and fixtures in usable condition.
- ReBuilding Center — accepts lumber, hardware, windows, doors, and cabinetry in North Portland; offers free pickup for uninstalled materials on the ground floor. Clean and organize materials before donating — it makes them much easier for the next owner to use.
- PaintCare — free drop-off recycling for leftover paint, stains, and sealers at over 180 Oregon locations, including many Portland-area retailers and ReStores.
| Organization | What They Pick Up | Free Pickup | Restrictions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Community Warehouse | Furniture and household goods | Yes | Items must meet furniture bank quality standards. |
| PickUp Please | Clothing, small furniture, household goods, books, and electronics | Yes | Serves the Portland and Gladstone area. Leave items outside on the scheduled pickup day. |
| Habitat for Humanity ReStore | Furniture and building materials | No — pickup starts at approximately $99 | Items must be clean, complete, and sellable. |
| William Temple House | Furniture and household goods | No — $50 for in-home pickup or $25 for curbside pickup | Pickup is available in the Portland metro area only. |
| The Salvation Army | Furniture | Sometimes | In-home pickup availability is limited by ZIP code. |
| ReBuilding Center | Building materials, not furniture | Yes | Items must be uninstalled and located on the ground floor. |
| Goodwill | Small furniture | No | Drop-off only. |
What Most Donation Centers WON’T Accept
Even the most generous nonprofits have limits. As a general rule, avoid trying to donate:
- Mattresses (accepted only at select locations like Community Warehouse, and often require a separate recycling program)
- Paint (take it to a PaintCare site instead)
- Hazardous waste
- Broken or heavily damaged furniture
- Car seats past their expiration date
- Used bike or sports helmets
- Open or expired food
Before You Donate: A Maid to Shine Checklist
A little prep goes a long way toward making sure your donations actually get used rather than tossed. We recommend:
✔ Wash clothing before donating
✔ Bundle similar items together
✔ Label boxes by category
✔ Test electronics to confirm they power on
✔ Include hardware and remotes with furniture or electronics
✔ Clean furniture before drop-off or pickup
These little tips make donations much more useful — and much more likely to be accepted on the spot.
Why Donating Matters
Instead of throwing usable items away, donating keeps Portland’s landfills lighter and its nonprofits stocked. It supports local organizations that rely on in-kind donations to operate, reduces landfill waste, helps families furnish homes and dress for work, creates affordable shopping options for neighbors on a budget, and strengthens the broader Portland community in the process.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Tips for Thoughtful Decluttering:
- Set Aside Time: Make decluttering an enjoyable task by setting aside a specific time to go through each room in your home.
- Use Bins: Sort items into “donate,” “discard,” and “keep” bins to keep your process organized.
- Involve the Family: Get the whole family involved in the decluttering process, teaching children about the joy of giving.
How Maid to Shine Can Help
Whether you’re preparing for a move, downsizing, helping a loved one transition to a new home, or simply reclaiming your space, decluttering can feel overwhelming. Our professional cleaning team helps Portland homeowners every day by preparing homes before and after major life transitions. Once you’ve sorted what to keep and what to donate, we’ll help you make the space shine.
Learn more about our recurring cleaning, deep cleaning, and move-in/move-out cleaning services.