Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, THRIFT!

So what kinds of items are thrift stores looking for when it comes to donations?

It’s pretty easy, really: Here’s a quick list of donations thrift shop in Destin, FL accept:

CLOTHING

• Men’s, Women’s, Children’s Clothing
• Men’s, Women’s, Children’s Shoes
• Nylons, Socks, Underwear
• Accessories such as: Hats, Mittens, Scarves, Ties, Purses, Wallets, Fanny Packs, Bags

HOUSEHOLD ITEMS

• Bed sheets, blankets, pillows, curtains, tablecloths, and similar items
• Bath towels, hand towels, wash clothes, bath rugs
• Sports equipment, exercise equipment, bicycles
• Kitchen Ware such as pots, pans, utensils, china, vases, dishes, cutlery, glassware, silverware
• Small electrical appliances such as power tools, irons, blenders, mixers, stereos, CD players, speakers, DVD players & VCRs, lamps, fans, humidifiers
• Miscellaneous Items such as jewelry, crafts, mugs, candles, pictures/frames, baskets, ornaments, hand tools

FURNITURE

• Chairs, sofas, couches, loveseats, recliners, foot stools, storage dressers, armoire, bookcase, cabinets, entertainment centers, dining tables, kitchen tables, coffee tables, end tables, computer tables, night stands, patio sets

VEHICLES

• Cars, trucks and RV’s (must be able to drive it to the store / do not call for home pick up)

ENTERTAINMENT

• Hardback and paper books
• Magazines
• Records, tapes, CDs
• Videos, DVDs, Blu-rays
• Toys, games, and puzzles

Sadly, we do draw the line at some items. Here’s a list of donations thrift stores cannot accept:

• Mattresses/box springs for sanitary reasons
• Hazardous waste/materials
• Pepper spray/mace
• Used children’s car seats
• Used major appliances
• Mini-fridges
• PC’s / Computers / Printers
• Box TVs (tube, cabinet, console). We will only accept flat monitor style that can be easily mounted on a wall.
• Construction remains (i.e. carpet scraps, boards with nails, etc.)
• Items recalled by the CPSC
• Liquids
• Firearms, stun guns and firearms accessories