Atlanta Peach Movers understands that between sorting, packing, and discarding your things there is always something to cross off your list. There are many useful websites that can help sell your belongings before a move. Another great option to do this is donating to charity is another great way to get rid of the things you no longer need or want when moving.
The goal is to get rid of things you no longer need instead of bringing them to your new home. Of course, there is a lot going on prepping for the move so using charities that offer donation pickup allows you to make a difference and save time.
Before you hire a professional moving service check out this list of charities that offer donation pickups right from your home. Start organizing and find out how easy it is to give new life to your unwanted items.
The Salvation Army
The Salvation Army has been around since 1865 so when you think about donating your belongings your mind might go straight to them. Items donated to them are either brought directly to those who need them or sold at the store. The organization even offers free furniture pickup.
You can use their Donation Value Guide to determine the approximation tax-deductible value of commonly donated belongings.
What they accept:
- Furniture
- Mattresses
- Clothing
- Various household items
- Electronics
- Books
- Used cars
To schedule a Salvation Army pickup go to https://satruck.org/ and enter your zip code to find a drop-off location, schedule a free pickup, or donate your vehicle. When you donate goods to The Salvation Army those items are sold at their thrift stores and the proceeds are used to help fund their adult rehabilitation centers.
Goodwill
Another well-known organization that will pick up your donated items is Goodwill. Founded in 1902 with over 3,300 stores in the U.S. and Canada. Your items will be brought to a nearby Goodwill store and sold at a great discount to those in need.
You can use their Donation Valuation Guide to determine the approximation tax-deductible value of commonly donated belongings.
What they accept:
- Furniture
- Shoes and clothing
- Toys and games
- Electronics
- Housewares
- Art
- Books
To schedule a pickup, you need to contact your local Goodwill store directly. You can locate a Goodwill near you at https://www.goodwill.org/locator/. Goodwill provides jobs and job training programs to youth, the elderly, individuals with disabilities, and those trying to reclaim their lives after a prison sentence.
Habitat for Humanity
Habitat for Humanity was founded in 1976 and helps provide decent and affordable housing to those in need worldwide. Their ReStores are ideal places to make a furniture donation.
What they accept:
- Furniture
- Building materials
- Household items
- Appliances
Many Habitat ReStores offer free pickup of large items. To schedule a pickup go to https://www.habitat.org/restores/donate-goods and enter your zip code to see the list of ReStores in your area. Contact them to let them know you have items to donate then determine the best method to donate your items.
Pickup Please
Pickup Please, is a program that supports the Vietnam Veterans of America (VVA). They aren’t as widespread as some of these other organizations but they still offer a great solution for your furniture and clothing donation.
What they accept:
- Clothing
- Household items
- Toys
- Electronics
- Books
- Sports equipment and tools
- Small home furnishings
One thing to note is that they do accept “almost anything” but items must be small and light enough for one person to easily carry on their own.
Visit https://pickupplease.org/donation-pickup/ and enter your zip code to see if Pickup Please offers services in your area. They offer fast service with pickup within as little as 24 hours for many locations which is good in case you are on a time crunch. Pickup Please helps finance the general welfare and medical care of unhoused and disabled veterans.
AMVETS National Service Foundation
AMVETS has been serving U.S. veterans since 1948. The organization operates in 22 states with physical stores and donation pickups.
What they accept:
- Small furniture and appliances
- Clothing and accessories
- Toys and games
- Electronics
- Bedding
- Bicycles
- TVs, computers and exercise equipment five years old and newer
Go to https://amvetsnsf.org/thrift-stores/ to locate your state. If AMVETS is in your area you will find a number or website link that you can use to arrange your donation for pickup. Your donation helps support U.S. war veterans and other charitable efforts.
The Arc
The Arc has been supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities since 1950 with over 600 state and local chapters throughout the U.S.
What they accept:
- Furniture and housewares
- Clothing and shoes
- Electronics
- Toys and games
- Used cars
- Books
Check out https://thearc.org/get-involved/ways-give/donate-physical-items/ to find your local chapter and schedule your pickup.
We also recommend saving your donation receipts and an itemized list of all donated items for tax purposes.
When donating your items make sure to clean and disinfect everything, make sure the items aren’t damaged, test all the equipment that requires power, and don’t include anything that may be considered hazardous.
So now that all your things have been donated to a good cause to those who need it. You’re prepped and ready to move so you can now book your packing and moving services to transport everything you have kept!
