ITEMS WE ACCEPT (JULY 2023):
We are thankful for the generosity of our community and their donations. Unfortunately, we can’t always resell what comes in and sometimes the generosity exceeds our store and storage capacity. Acceptance of all donations is at the discretion of our staff. We ask for your support and understanding if a staff member is unable to accept your donations. Please know that we make every effort to take in donations as much as space allows. Decisions to take in or not take in donations are made on a daily basis and as such cannot always be updated on the website. Follow us on social media for daily updates on donations news, sales and more!
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This list may be updated or modified to accommodate changing business needs.
ALL ITEMS NEED TO CLEAN AND IN SELLABLE CONDITION IN ORDER FOR US TO ACCEPT THEM.
Please note that we only accept electronic (anything that plugs in or takes batteries) donations by appointment.
This list may be updated or modified to accommodate changing business needs.
ELECTRONICS: We can only accept coffee makers, hair styling tools, Laptops, and air pods if they are NEW and in their original packaging/boxes.
The following electronic items will be accepted if they are clean, have all their parts and are in working order (subject to testing when dropped off):
Kitchen: Instapots, food processors, hand-held mixers, juicers, espresso machines, microwaves, toasters, standing mixers (example KitchenAid, Hamilton beach, Le Creuset)
Lighting: Standing lamps with bulbs, desk lamps with bulbs, string lights
Power tools: Drills, power saws, leaf blowers
Stereo: Record players, CD players, receivers, speakers, game systems and remotes, headphones (over the head not earbuds or air pods)
Miscellaneous: Vacuums (bagless only), fans, space heaters, cameras, tablets and readers (no laptops – please see above)
FURNITURE (in good shape and not in need of assembly):
Chairs: Office, dining, living room (non-upholstered)
Tables: Dining, kitchen, coffee, end, computer, side, patio, etc.
Other: Desks, dressers, china cabinets, bookcases, mirrors (in frames only)
Infant products: NEW baby bottles, clothing, carriers (new), pack n plays, accessories
Accessories: Backpacks, bags, bras (new or gently used), gloves/mittens, hats, luggage (new/gently used, zippers, etc. must work), jewelry, pantyhose (new in package), purses, scarves, sunglasses, ties, underwear (new in package), wallets
Animal: Aquariums, Beds, bowls, cat trees, crates, grooming tools, leashes, toys
Children’s items: Games and puzzles (complete sets), play structures (assembled), stuffed animals/dolls (clean/gently used), toys (new/gently used/complete sets)
Clothing and shoes: Children’s, Men’s, Women’s and Infant’s for the current season.
Exercise/Outdoor: Bicycles (complete and in ridable condition), bike trailers/racks, car roof racks/boxes, exercise equipment (in working order), golf items, lawn mowers (push/electric), skis/snowboards and equipment, sports equipment (weights, mats, bands, bosus, etc.)
Kitchen/Bath: Cleaning supplies (new), cutlery, décor, dishes, glassware, pots, pans, silverware, stemware, utensils, vases, toiletries (new)
PLEASE PLACE ANY SHARP ITEMS IN A SEPARATE, SECURE LABELED BOX AND GIVE DIRECTLY TO OUR STAFF
Linens/Textiles: curtains, mats, rugs (clean and not overly worn, sheets (washed or new in package/complete sets) shower curtains (new and in package), tablecloths, towels
Media: Books (hardback and paperback), blu-rays, CD’s, DVD’s, magazines, records, videos and computer games
Seasonal: We do accept holiday and seasonal items. Please see the dates below for specific holiday donations;
Halloween items are accepted from September 15th to November 5th.
Christmas items are accepted from November 1st to January 5th.
Other holiday items are accepted all year.
Vehicles/veterinary supplies: Please contact our Executive Director at 530-902-6264 or kimk@yolospca.org
ITEMS WE ARE UNABLE TO ACCEPT (JULY 2023):
This list may be updated or modified to accommodate changing business needs.
ELECTRONICS:
Computer/audio/tv: computer monitors, computer towers, laptops, loose cords/chargers, printers, software, televisions, VCR’s.
Kitchen/laundry: Bread makers, coffee makers, dishwashers, dryers, easy bake ovens, refrigerators, stoves, washing machines
Light fixtures: anything hardwired
Miscellaneous: bag vacuums, foot spas, humidifiers, jump starters, portable generators, smoke alarms
FURNITURE: Nothing torn, soiled or weathered
Chairs/couches: Nothing upholstered
Other: Anything that needs assembly (except new in box), entertainment centers, IKEA furniture, particle board pieces, pianos, sofa beds, television stands, unframed mirrors.
Infant products: baby baths, baby bouncers, bed guards, breast pumps, car seats, cribs, diaper pails, infant swings, pack n plays, pacifiers, toddler beds, walkers
Accessories: Luggage with broken handles, zippers or wheels, used makeup, used underwear and socks,
Animal: NO animals, animal food without original packaging
Automotive: Batteries, fenders, inside trunk covers, jacks, mufflers, tires, tire chains, trailer hitches
Beds and Bedding parts: Bed frames, box springs, bunk beds, curtain rods, hide-a-beds, head/body pillows, mattresses, mattress covers, mattress toppers/padding, sleeping bags/pads, tents, waterbeds
Construction Materials: Blinds, carpeting, cabinets, doors, lumber, pipes, sinks, tubs, windows
Exercise: Ellipticals, treadmills, stationary bikes
Flammable products: Any items that operate or contain any fuel: gas cans, propane cylinders, barbeques or camp stoves (clean and in usable condition must by okayed by Manager), lighter fluid, oil lamps, tiki torches
Hazardous materials: batteries, bear spray, chemicals, empty cleaning products, light bulbs, liquids, pepper spray, poisonous items/materials, pressurized products or containers
Kitchen: Metal pots and pans with rust or grime, old cookware or enamelware that is chipped, peeling or badly scratched
Media: Any discriminatory or hateful propaganda, cassette tapes, empty media cases, encyclopedias, VHS tapes
Medical: Blood glucose machines, strips or accessories, blood pressure machines, crutches, hospital beds, medical boots or braces, standing toilets, shower chairs, toilet risers, walkers, wheelchairs (exceptions may be made if new, subject to Manager approval)
Miscellaneous: Fire extinguishers, first aid items (new in package unopened ok), food/drink (unopened/unexpired ok), ironing boards, lampshades
Safety: Helmets (bike and motorcycle), life jackets
Seasonal: Halloween items are not accepted until September 15th; Christmas items are not accepted until November 15th.
WE THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT AND YOUR DONATIONS. PLEASE MAKE SURE THAT ALL THE ITEMS YOU DONATE ARE CLEAN AND IN GOOD CONDITION FOR US TO BE ABLE TO ACCEPT THEM. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTION ABOUT DONATION AND OUR POLICIES, PLEASE REFER TO OUR DONATIONS FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS PAGE ON OUR WEBSITE.