There are many places to donate, sell, or discard items that you no longer need.
There are many services available to help with getting organized and decluttering. One of the daunting tasks is figuring out what to do with the stuff that we no longer need or want. Here are a few businesses that can help.
Charities that Pick Up Donations
Vietnam Veterans of America (VVA): The VVA will come to your home and pick up clothing and small household items. Clothing is an especially need item. For more information go to https://vva.org/
What they take: Clothing of all types & sizes (men’s, ladies, children’s, baby’s) • Clothing accessories • Shoes (all kinds) Baby items • House and glassware • Books, toys, bikes • stereos, radios, portable TVs • All bedding, draperies, curtains • Kitchenware • Usable small furniture & rugs • Small appliances • Tools (all kinds) • Jewelry and cosmetics
How to arrange a pick up: Call 1-800-775-8387 or online at https://www.clothingdonations.org/results-app/#/schedule
Donation Drop Off Sites
Goodwill Industries: Goodwill accepts donations of clothing, household items, books, electronics, household goods, and furniture that is in good shape. Goodwill resells items to help provide employment training and job placement services in our community. Many Goodwills have drive-up donation centers where attendants can help unload your donation. For more information and a link to find drop-off locations, go to https://www.goodwill.org/donors/donate-stuff/. There are numerous donation locations in the area.
ReStore: ReStore is a company that accepts donations of furniture, building supplies, tools, working kitchen or laundry appliances, and office furniture. ReStore resells the items to help fund Habitat for Humanity, which builds affordable homes for families in Oregon and around the world. You can call Restore at 503-906-3823 or get more information on how to donate at https://pdxrestore.org/donate/. In some cases, ReStore may help arrange pick up of larger items.
Union Gospel Mission: This is a church based mission that helps Portland residents who are experiencing homelessness, hunger, addiction and domestic abuse. They have a thrift store in Tigard which sells donated items to fund their mission. They accept clean clothing and linens, newer televisions, some furniture, working small home appliances, tools, musical instruments, kitchenware, area rugs, computers, knick-knacks, books and jewelry. You can call them at 503-639-6488 for more information or go to https://ugmportland.org/thrift-store.
Resale Shops
Rock It Resale: Rock It Resale is a consignment shop which sells your clothes for you. You bring in the clothes and they will take what they think they can sell. If your item sells, you get 40% of the sale. You may get store credit for any amount or cash out if you have $25 or more in sales. Any unsold clothing will get donated to charity. For more information call 503-646-2021 or go to https://rockitresell.com/consign-with-us/.
Consignment Northwest: Consignment Northwest buys and sells home decor, jewelry, and furniture. They will accept items for sale that are in good condition. For furniture and household items, they will try to sell your item for 90 days and if sold, you get 50%. For jewelry, the consignment period is six months, and again you receive 50% of the sale price. For more information, you can call 503-626-2566 or go to https://www.consignment-nw.com/.
Recycling
Note: Many cities in Oregon offer curbside recycling for most house hold paper items, some plastic containers, cans, and glass. Check your local garbage provider to see what recycling may be offered. In addition to curbside recycling, particular for larger quantities of recyclable material, please see these other resources:
SBC Recycle: SBC recycles electronics and other items that can be hard to dispose of. In some cases they do charge a small fee. They take computers, laptops, telephones, tvs, VCR and DVD players, cameras, fluorescent bulbs, appliances, water heaters, batteries, BBQ grills, patio furniture, lawn mowers, tools, mattresses and sofas. You can call for more information at 503-334-4146 or go to https://www.sbcrecycle.com/items-recycle/.
Far West Recycling: Located in Hillsboro, Far West Recycling offers a drop off site for many recyclable materials including metal, glass, cardboard, magazines, and office paper. They take a limited amount of appliances and electronics, but you may want to call first about these items. You can find out more by calling 503-643-9944 or going to https://farwestrecycling.com/
Garbage Disposal
Note: Most residences have garbage service available. Keep in mind there may be extra charges for large amounts of garbage that exceed your container storage. Most garbage services can provide large sized containers or dumpsters to a residence for large garbage collection. Note that most electronics, batteries, paint, and other household chemicals cannot be discarded in regular trash. Outside services are available to help with garbage and junk removal.
Washington County Landfill: Washington County has a landfill you can dump items at located in Hillsboro. They charge for some items to be dumped, which can get spendy, but they also take many items for free. Check the hours before heading out and it is a good idea to review their website page on using the landfill so there are no surprises. Call 866-909-4458 or go to: https://www.wmsolutions.com/locations/details/id/246?cmp=LocalSEO_GoogleMaps_HillsboroOR_Landfill.
College Hunks Hauling Junk and Moving: This company provides both moving services and junk removal. They can also, for a fee, pick up donations to be delivered to a charity of your choice. If you have lots of heavy stuff to move or junk to remove, this company can do it. They offer free estimates and will give you an online quote for the job cost before they begin. Take a look at their services at https://www.collegehunkshaulingjunk.com/ or call them at 503-966-3836.
Affordable Junk Removal LLC: This woman-owned company removes junk and garbage and charges by volume. They also rent dumpsters. Call 503-354-7887 or go to their website ajrpdx.com.
The Junk Luggers: This company offers junk removal with a focus on reducing landfill waste. They will donate, recycle, or repurpose whatever they can. It is a more eco-friendly alternative to the landfill. Call 971-501-6145 or find more information at https://www.junkluggers.com/portland-and-beaverton/.
Metro Central Hazardous Waste Disposal: Household hazardous waste like paints, stains, pool chemicals, solvents, automotive fluids, pesticides, rodent poisons, medical syringes, or highly flammable liquids can be disposed of for a fee. It is located at 6161 NW 61st Avenue, Portland, Oregon. You can call for more information 503-234-3000 or look it up on their website at https://www.oregonmetro.gov/tools-living/garbage-and-recycling/garbage-recycling-hazardous-waste-disposal-portland.
Disclaimer: The above services are listed for your convenience. Minimize & Manage does not receive any funds from these companies and is in no way affiliated with them. Please do your own research and verify information on your own.