7 Reasons to Donate Your Items Before Moving

You know what they say: one man’s trash is another man’s treasure. If you’re willing to let go of unnecessary belongings (hello old futons and ill-fitting clothes), you could be helping those who actually need them. Not to mention, reaping multiple benefits for yourself. From saving money on your move to selling your home faster (and for more!), here are 7 reasons why donating items before a move is a good idea.

You’ll save on taxes

Your move will be cheaper

You’ll create a calming space

You may be able to sell your home faster

You’ll be less likely to clutter up your new home

You won’t have to pay for a storage unit

You can help others

Where to donate your belongings before moving

Not sure where to donate belongings before moving? Here are five places to consider when donating clothing and household goods.

Goodwill –Goodwill accepts new and gently-used household items. The non-profit has also partnered with Dell to collect electronics and unwanted devices. Goodwill will refurbish and recycle the materials to benefit your local community. To donate your belongings before moving, simply drop them off at a local Goodwill Donation Center. Many Goodwill locations also offer free pickup services as well.
Thredup – To donate items by mail, simply order yourself a Clean Out Kit from Thredup. The company will mail you a bag where you can place any and all clothing you wish to donate or consign. After dropping it in the mail, Thredup will send you a donation receipt to save for tax purposes.
Salvation Army – Consider donating your household belongings to one of Salvation Army’s Family Stores. Drop off locations and pick up options are available at various Family Stores throughout the U.S. The Salvation Army accepts clothing, furniture, automobiles, household goods and appliances. All proceeds from the Family Stores go towards funding Salvation Army’s Adult Rehabilitation Centers.
Habitat for Humanity – The Habitat for Humanity Restores sell new and gently-used furniture, appliances, home accessories, building materials and more. Those looking to donate large pieces of furniture, such as couches, dining tables or beds, can call a Habitat for Humanity Restore and arrange for a pick up – free of charge.
Dress for Success – Donate gently-used, work-appropriate clothing to Dress for Success. This international non-profit organization helps women thrive in the workplace by providing professional attire and development tools to those who need it. The organization accepts new or nearly-new suits, business appropriate apparel, shoes, handbags, cosmetics and jewelry. To donate your items, locate an affiliate in your area.

Finished donating your things?

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