donation guide

Thank you for your interest in donating your item(s) to DIG! Please thoroughly review this page to ensure the success and safety of your donations. We are a volunteer-operated organization that relies on the cooperation of our community through this intentional drop off process.

Please review the following donation guidelines as well as our list of what we can and cannot accept prior to scheduling your drop off appointment.

your gently used household items can change a family’s life

general donation guidelines:

  • Quality, gently used and new items accepted

  • All items must be clean, safe, and functional

  • All items must be in ready-to-use condition, with all parts assembled or clearly labeled and securely attached to the item(s)

  • Items must be free of stains, tears, pet hair, mold, and odors

  • All items must be from a non-smoking household

  • PLEASE NOTE: DIG has the right to turn away any donation, including during a drop off

Thank you for honoring these guidelines so that we can achieve our mission of instilling dignity with quality, functioning items for families in need!

what we do & do not accept

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FURNITURE:

No rips, stains, tears, pet hair, odors
Must be in clean and working condition

    • Armchairs and recliners (non-electric only)

    • Bookshelves

    • Coffee tables

    • Small desks

    • Desk chairs

    • Dressers

    • End tables

    • Futons (with mattress)

    • Dining chairs

    • Dining tables

    • Lamps

    • Nightstands

    • Couches

    • Loveseats

    • Electric recliners, lift chairs

    • Mattresses, box springs

    • Bed frames

    • Headboards and footboards

    • Hospital beds

    • Armoires

    • Sofa beds

    • Baby items (cribs, beds, changing tables, high chairs, etc.)

    • Large entertainment centers

    • Outdoor furniture

    • Light fixtures (hardwire)

    • Medical equipment

    • China cabinets

KITCHENWARE:

No alcohol-related items
Must be in clean and working condition

    • Pots and pans

    • Baking dishes

    • Can openers

    • Cooking utensils

    • Cutting boards

    • Dish racks

    • Dish towels

    • Kitchen knives

    • Silverware

    • Mixing bowls

    • Potholders

    • Drinking glasses & mugs (no wine, beer, or cocktail)

    • Cracked or chipped dishes

    • Dishware with ANY alcohol-related branding

    • Beer/wine/cocktail glasses

    • China sets

ELECTRONICS & APPLIANCES:

Must be in clean and working condition

    • Air conditioners

    • All counter-top kitchen appliances (e.g. blenders, microwaves, coffee makers, etc.)

    • Fans

    • Space heaters

    • TVs (flat screen only)

    • Vacuum cleaners

    • Alarm clocks

    • CD players, stereos

    • Computers

    • DVD players

    • Anything alcohol-related

    • Large appliances such as ovens/stoves, washer/dryers, refrigerators, dishwashers, etc.

    • Tube TVs

LINENS:

No rips, stains, tears, pet hair, odors
Must be clean

Want extra good karma?! Please label the size of any sheets / linens prior to donating!

    • Blankets, quilts, comforters (please wash first!)

    • Bath & hand towels, wash cloths (please wash first!)

    • Bedsheets (all sizes) (please wash first!)

    • NEW bed/sleeping pillows

    • Curtains

    • Table cloths (please wash first!)

    • Throw pillows

    • Linens with stains or tears

    • Bed Skirts & Duvet Covers

    • Valances

    • Electric blankets

BATHROOM:

No rips, stains, tears, pet hair, odors
Must be clean

    • Bath & hand towels, wash cloths (please wash first!)

    • Bathroom decor

    • Bath mats (please wash first!)

    • NEW shower curtain liners

    • Shower curtains (please wash first!)

    • Shower curtain hooks

    • used shower curtain liners

    • bathroom scales

    • bathroom appliances such as hair dryers, straighteners, etc.

MISC. HOUSEHOLD ITEMS & DECOR:

No rips, stains, tears, pet hair, odors
Must be clean

    • Artwork

    • Rugs

    • Knick Knacks

    • Clothes drying racks

    • Shoe racks

    • Miscellaneous storage such as 3-drawer plastic organizers, 3-tier carts, etc.

    • Irons & Ironing Boards

    • Trash cans

    • Laundry baskets & hampers

    • China sets

    • Exercise equipment

    • Toys & Books

OTHER:

ARE YOUR ITEMS ACCEPTED? DO THEY MEET OUR GENERAL DONATION GUIDELINES?

great! you’re on your way to putting your gently used items to good use!

Please follow the prompts below to choose how you would like to get your item(s) to DIG. Our drop off option is free and guaranteed. Our pick up option is handled by a third-party, veteran-owned company, ReSupply. They will handle all fees and coordination of the pick up.

DIG IS MOVING!

Because of this, we will not be accepting any donations starting Monday, October 26, through November. We hope to be able to begin accepting donations again at our new location by November 24, 2026.

Thank you for your patience and support!

alternative donation sites

Check out our list of alternative donation sites to contact for any items that DIG does not accept.