Where Can You Take Donations?
Particularly this year during the pandemic, options for places accepting donations has narrowed. I always recommend calling ahead of time. Here are a few options…Some resources below serve as search engines and allow you to enter a zip code. Some resources are specific to Chicago and Oak Park areas.
Earth911 and Recycle Nation allows you to enter the item you would like to recycle and your zip code.
Epilepsy Foundation for donation pick ups
Books 4 Cause book donation pick up or drop offs (in Chicago and Skokie)
Brown Elephant Closed currently
Share Our Space gently used items for children
Shirley Ryan Ability Lab medical equipment (wheelchairs, walkers, mobility aids)
I Support The Girls bras and menstrual hygiene products
Humble Design furniture, decor, kitchen & bath