Bookmark this page because these resources to get rid of clutter may come in handy at some point in your life! If you’re anything like me, you want to reduce the amount of waste that ends up in landfills. Purging responsibly may require some effort on your part. However, let that not discourage you. When we purge it’s an opportunity for us to help ourselves, others, and our planet. The time and effort you put into giving will result in receiving more than you ever could imagine. It’s true. Read this article and get inspired to donate!
Here is a list of some great resources to get rid of clutter in Richmond, VA. New resources will be added as I find them so keep coming back!
CARITAS
2220 Stockton Street, Richmond, VA 23224
(804) 358-0964
info@caritasva.org
Caritas takes home goods, furniture, linens, and clothing. Here is a direct link to their donation page for further details. Take time to read what they don’t accept. Pick-ups are also available for a small fee.
PRO
The big win for CARITAS is they take mattresses! They have a bed oven. The bed oven kills germs and bugs making the mattresses ready for use. It’s super cool!
CON
No king-size or foam mattresses.
F.R.E.E.
6301 Midlothian Turnpike, Richmond, VA 23225
(804) 920-9828
richmond@free-foundation.org
F.R.E.E. accepts gently used walkers, canes, crutches, shower chairs, wheelchairs, and more medical equipment.
PRO
Donations in the Richmond and South Hampton Roads areas may be dropped off at any Goodwill of Central Virginia location.
CON
F.R.E.E. does NOT accept nebulizers, CPAPs, oxygen, hospital beds, tubing, tube feeding, etc. They also don’t do pick-ups.
Diversity Trift
1407 Sherwood Ave, Richmond VA 23220
(804) 353-8890
thrift@diversityrichmond.org
Diversity takes furniture, housewares, clothing, books, and electronics in working condition.
PRO
Free pick-ups are available! If you have large furniture to donate call ahead and make an appointment for pick up. You’ll need to send pics so they can ensure the pick-up is warranted.
CON
Some furniture they don’t accept so be sure to check their list before attempting to bring items to them.
Scrap RVA
119 W Brookland Park BLVD. Richmond, VA 23222
804-525-9060
SCRAP is a donation-based creative reuse store and donation center in Richmond, VA. They accept art and craft supplies of all kinds. They accept donations Tuesday-Friday and request no donations on Saturdays. Go to their donate page to learn more about what they do and don’t take.
PRO
There are so many items they will take because so many things can be used creatively. Do your best to bring items in an organized manner.
CON
At the present time, the store is small and they’re busting at the seams with donations. Soon they are moving to a bigger building on Brookland Park Blvd.
Safe Harbor Shelter
(804) 249-9470
info@safeharborshelter.com
Safe Harbor provides the support that survivors of sexual and domestic violence and human trafficking need to overcome their crisis and transform their lives.
PRO
Pantry donations that range from canned goods to toiletries are accepted. See a specific list on their website here.
CON
Clothing or furniture is not accepted. They have little space to store these types of items.
SPCA Richmond
2519 Hermitage Road, Richmond, VA 23220
(804) 521-1308
give@richmondspca.org
The Richmond SPCA is a nonprofit, no-kill humane society in Richmond, Virginia. They accept a wide variety of items for donation. It’s best to visit their website here for specific information. Generally, they take towels, blankets, unused (or very gently used) pet supplies, and toys. Unopened pet food, medical supplies, etc.
PRO
They help our sweetest furry friends!
CON
On specific days and at various times they accept donations (Monday, Tuesday, Saturday, and Sunday). Plan accordingly and go to their donation page to get all the details.
Furbish
2833 Hathaway Rd, Richmond, VA 23225
(804) 505-3117
The mission of Furbish Thrift is to support and amplify local nonprofit animal welfare organizations in any way we can. The purpose of the retail store is to create a sustainable revenue stream through sales of donated goods to reliably assist these organizations and those they serve.
PRO
They help our sweetest furry friends! They accept furniture and the usual donated items. But they also take gowns, musical instruments, and electronics. Learn more on their website.
CON
They are closed Mondays and Tuesdays and they don’t accept donations on these days.
Junk Shuttle
(804) 895-0303
Junk Shuttle provides the best junk removal process utilizing local facilities for recycling and disposal! Items are donated whenever possible. They offer furniture and appliance removal, light demolition, construction debris removal, and big clean-outs. We have partnered with Junk Shuttle for years and recommend them highly.
Mike Kelleher Enterprises
(804) 502-2690
Mike Kelleher is an estate clean-out and collectibles expert. His main interest is in pop culture items like vinyl records and music memorabilia as well as items and collectibles from famous and vintage films, toys, video games, stereo equipment, and more. Mike offers clean-out, decluttering, and item appraisal services.
If decluttering is on your to-do list we can help make the process much faster and easier. We hope these resources to get rid of clutter are helpful to you. If you need more support Book a FREE phone consultation with us and we can discuss your options.
