Decluttering is a fantastic way to reclaim space in your home and bring a sense of calm and organization to your life. But once you’ve sorted through your belongings and decided what to part with, the next challenge is figuring out where to donate everything.
Fortunately, if you’re in the Phoenix area, there are plenty of trustworthy nonprofits and organizations eager to take your items off your hands. Below, I've compiled a handy guide to help you find the perfect place to donate everything from clothes and books to makeup and linens.
Clothes, Bags & Accessories
If you’re looking to donate men’s, women’s, and children’s clothing, you can’t go wrong with local favorites like Goodwill, Saint Vincent de Paul, and the Salvation Army. These organizations do great work in the community by reselling donated items to fund various charitable initiatives. Another great option is Savers, which partners with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Arizona, helping to provide essential services to local children. Shelters like the Central Arizona Shelter Services are also looking for used clothes and accessories.
Additional Organizations:
The Cinderella Affair
Accepts donations of prom dresses, shoes, and accessories to provide free formal wear to high school students.
Deseret Industries Thrift Store
1020 W Broadway Rd, Mesa, AZ 85210
Variety of items accepted
Dress for Success
1024 E. Buckeye Rd., 165, Phoenix, AZ 85034
www.dfsphoenix.org/get-involved/
Professional Business Attire
Flo's on 7th
4116 N 7th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85013
Clothing, Household Items, Auto, Boats, School Supplies
The Helping Hands House
6935 E. Williams Field Rd. Mesa, Arizona 85212
www.houseofrefuge.org/donation-center/
Nourish Phoenix
501 S 9th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85007
Clothing, Household Items
Save the Family
125 E University Dr, Mesa, AZ 85201
Clothing, Household Items, Benefits Homeless Families
White Dove Thrift Shoppes
Multiple Valley Locations
Clothing, Household Items (Large Item Pick Up Available)
Consignment Stores
If you’d like to earn a little extra cash for your gently used items, consignment stores are a fantastic option. Buffalo Exchange and Plato’s Closet are popular spots where you can drop off your clothes and accessories. They’ll sell your items for you, and you’ll earn a percentage of the sale price.
Books & Toys
Many thrift stores accept books and toys, which they then resell at discounted prices. But if you’re a book lover looking to donate, check out Changing Hands Bookstore, with locations in Phoenix and Tempe, or Half Price Books. These stores often buy back your gently used books, giving you the chance to earn store credit or cash while also supporting a local business.
Library & Charity Organizations
For those who prefer to support community services, Friends of the Phoenix Library and VNSA are excellent choices. These organizations accept book donations, which they sell during special events to raise funds for library programs or other local human services. It’s a great way to give your books a second life while supporting a good cause.
Makeup & Toiletries
Women’s Shelters
Unused makeup and toiletries can make a big difference for women in need. Consider donating to shelters like the Phoenix Rescue Mission, Maggie’s Place, or the Sojourner Center, which distribute these items to women who are rebuilding their lives.
Fresh Start Women
1130 E. McDowell Road, Phoenix, AZ 85006
www.freshstartwomen.org/get-involved/donate/
The Bra Recyclers
15051 N Kierland Boulevard Suite 160, Scottsdale, AZ 85254, United States
www.thebrarecyclers.com/drop-off-locations
HonorHealth – Tina’s Treasures Cancer Care Boutique www.honorhealth.com/medical-services/cancer-care/support-services/tinas-treasures-cancer-care-boutique
Accepts donations of new or gently used wigs, hats, scarves, and mastectomy bras for cancer patients.
Towels, Linens, and Fabrics
Pet Shelters
Animal shelters and rescue organizations are often in need of towels, pillowcases, and linens to help care for their animals. The Arizona Animal Welfare League & SPCA and the Arizona Humane Society are two no-kill shelters that would greatly appreciate your donations.
Cause 4 Paws Arizona
Accepts donations for pet food, supplies, and funds to support animal rescue efforts.
Arizona Pet Pantry
Provides pet food and supplies to families in need, helping to keep pets with their owners.
Maricopa County Animal Care & Control
Accepts donations of pet food, supplies, and funds to support shelter animals.
HALO Animal Rescue
Accepts donations of pet supplies, food, and funds to support their no-kill animal rescue efforts.
Arizona Animal Welfare League & SPCA
Accepts donations of pet supplies, food, and funds to support Arizona’s largest and oldest no-kill shelter.
Fabrics & Quilting Supplies
If you have fabric or quilting supplies to donate, consider reaching out to local charities or churches. Some, like The Bad Girls Do Good Things, use these materials to create items like pillows for recovering breast cancer patients. Always contact the organization first to confirm their current needs.
Additional Organizations:
Arizona Helping Hands
3110 E Thunderbird Rd Ste. 100, Phoenix, AZ 85032
Baby Items, Baby Clothing, Hygiene, Benefits Foster Families, Household Items, School Supplies
Homeward Bound
2302 W Colter St, Phoenix, AZ 85015
Clothing, Household Items, Snacks
House of Refuge
6858 E Ursula Ave, Mesa, AZ 85212
Clothing, Household Items, Snacks, TVs, Appliances
Infinite Finds Thrift Store
6528 E Cave Creek Rd, Cave Creek, AZ 85331
Household Items (Upscale) Bridges the Financial Gap of Long Term Care Insurance
Tools
Phoenix Community Toolbank
Got tools that you no longer use? The Phoenix Community Toolbank is an excellent option for donating. They rent out tools to charities for free, ensuring that these essential items are available to those who need them most.
Phoenix Community Toolbank
3801 E Illini St, Phoenix, AZ 85040
Variety of Items
If you have a mix of items that you’re looking to donate, many thrift stores and nonprofits are ready to accept a variety of goods. Whether it’s clothing, household items, or even tools, these organizations make it easy to give back.
Additional Organizations:
AZStRUT
1720 W Broadway Rd, Mesa, AZ 85202
Electronics
Habitat for Humanity Restore
Statewide
Household Items (Pick Ups Available)
Infinite Finds
Accepts donations of upscale household items, with proceeds supporting long-term care insurance and financial gap services.
Project C.U.R.E.
Accepts medical supplies and equipment to support healthcare facilities in developing countries.
Salvation Army
Valley wide
Variety of items accepted
Soles4Souls
Accepts donations of new or gently worn shoes, which are distributed to people in need around the world.
Sunshine Acres Children's Home
3465 N Higley Rd, Mesa, AZ 85215
Variety (Sales from Thrift Store Benefit the Children's Home)
Treasures 4 Teachers Thrift Shop
www.treasures4teachers.org/t4t-thrift-shop
Accepts donations of school supplies, office supplies, and other materials to support educators and classrooms. Proceeds from the thrift shop benefit teachers and students.
UMOM New Day Centers
3333 E Van Buren St, Phoenix, AZ 85008
Baby Items, Clothing, Household Items, Hygiene
Welcome to America Project
1711 W University Dr # 158, Tempe, AZ 85281
Baby Supplies, Household Items
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