by Jenn Heller
Moving, especially when downsizing, is a great opportunity to inventory the things that you have and begin the process of donating items that you no longer need, use or want. This can go beyond the scope of just clothing. Furniture items, small appliances and other household goods are highly accepted by donation centers who give back to your local community to support those in need. Donating items, especially while in the midst of packing for a move, can be a hassle, but it doesn't have to be. There are several local organizations in Jacksonville and the Beaches area that will come and pick up your donations, greatly alleviating the pressure of loading up the car and doing it yourself. Here's a few of our local favorites that we have used and come to love:
Our Fathers Housewares
Our Fathers Housewares is part of the Community Presbyterian Church and services the beaches area from St. Johns Bluff Road east down to Ponte Vedra Beach. Furniture and household goods donations to Our Fathers Housewares are used to ensure that those who have fallen on hard times in the Beaches community have a comfortable home with a bed to sleep in. Below are the items accepted by Our Fathers Housewares and donation pick up information to schedule your pick up.
Items Accepted by Our Fathers Housewares
- Beds (twin, double and queen size only)
- Small home appliances
- Bedding and linens
- Home furniture (couch, loveseat, chair, coffee table, bookcase, etc)
- Lamps
- Kitchen table
- Patio furniture
- Clothes
- Shoes
Items Not Accepted
- King size beds
- Glass top tables
- Large kitchen appliances
How to schedule an Our Fathers Housewares donation pick up:
Phone: 904-930-5654
Email: fathershousewares@gmail.com
Website: https://www.cpcab.org/our-fathers-housewares/
BEAM
BEAM (Beaches Emergency Assistance Ministry) is a 501(c)(3) organization tending to the needs of the low income residents of Beaches communities in the 32233, 32266, 32250, 32082, 32224 and 32227 zip codes. BEAM relies heavily on the beaches community to assist in the community prevention of homelessness by covering overdue rent and utility payments while also providing meals from two food pantries in the beaches area. The overall mission of BEAM is in providing emergency assistance for those struggling, ensuring that they never go hungry or face eviction. Donations made to BEAM are sold at two locations in Jacksonville Beach; 318 7th Avenue N and 1110 Shetter Ave with funds going back to their overall mission. Items accepted and donation pick up information for BEAM is below.
Items Accepted by BEAM
- Gently used clothing and accessories
- Household items
- Furniture
- Linens
- Home decor
- Books
- Jewelry
- Small household appliances
- Sports equipment
- Collectibles
How to schedule a BEAM donation pick up:
Phone: 904-241-2326
Email: info@jaxbeach.org
Website: https://jaxbeam.org/beamthrift/
Salvation Army
Salvation Army has several drop off locations throughout Jacksonville plus a few thrift stores in the Jacksonville area. While Salvation Army focuses on community and human needs worldwide, Thrift Store sale proceeds are focused on Adult Rehabilitation Centers for those battling addictions to drugs and alcohol.
Items Accepted by Salvation Army
- Gently used clothing and accessories
- Household items
- Furniture
- Linens
- Home decor
- Books
- Small household appliances
- Sports equipment
- Collectibles
- Cars
How to schedule a Salvation Army donation pick up:
Phone: 800-SA-TRUCK
Website: https://satruck.org/
Habitat for Humanity / Habitat ReStores
Habitat for Humanity is non-profit organization focusing on affordable housing while assisting individuals worldwide improve their home or build them a home. These endeavors, made possible through strong community partnerships, help individuals and families alike to build or rebuild while gaining stability and independence. Habitat ReStores assists with this Habitat for Humanity mission. Habitat ReStores, a home improvement store, accepts donations for resale. All proceeds from sales at Habitat ReStores goes back to Habitat's community mission work worldwide.
What can you donate at Habitat ReStores? Accepted items and donation information can be found below.
Items Accepted by Habitat for Humanity
- Sofas
- Chairs
- Kitchen/Dining tables
- Dressers
- Bedframes
- Coffee and/or end tables
- Filing cabinets
- Bookshelves
- Household appliances
- Kitchen appliances (less than 10 years old)
- Housewares
- Building materials - flooring, cabinets, wood,
- Cars
- Lighting
- Plumbing supplies
- Windows
- Flat screen tv (working condition only)
Items Not Accept by Habitat for Humanity
- Large desks
- Mattresses or box springs
- Baby items
- Non working items
- Chemicals or hazardous materials
- Glass or unframed mirrors
- Appliances over 10 years old
- Microwaves over 5 years old
- Dishwashers over 5 years old
- Computers
- Fax machines or copy machines
- Shower doors
- Vertical blinds
- Clothing
- Bedding, linens, drapes or curtains
- Books
- Large tubs or jacuzzi tubs
How to schedule a Habitat for Humanity donation pick up:
Website: https://www.habitat.org/
The Arc Jacksonville
The Arc Jacksonville supports those with developmental and intellectual disabilities with a portion of funding coming from thrift store items. The Arc Jacksonville, founded in 1965, has since supported thousand of individuals and families in the community by offering good education, good employment and a supportive community to thrive to their fullest potential.
Items Accepted by The Arc Jacksonville
- Furniture
- Housewares
- Electronics
- Toys and games
- Cars
- Books
How to schedule an Arc pickup:
Website: https://donate.thearc.org/
Phone: 1-800-283-2721.
About the author
Jenn Heller is the Operations Manager for The Volen Group, a top real estate team in Ponte Vedra Beach. Jenn has over 20 years of real estate experience in Ponte Vedra Beach and is a resident of Atlantic Beach.
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