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The Comprehensive Guide to Donations in Northeast Queens

You got stuff? Here's where to donate it.

August 21, 2026

 

Drop Off Only

These organizations gladly accept donations of goods, they do not offer pick up services. 

 

The Bridge to Life- College Point

 

The Bridge to Life provides pregnancy tests, options counseling, ultrasound referrals, pregnancy and parenting support, and material assistance. Our goal is for women and men to choose life and equip moms and dads to be the best parents they can be.

 

Accepted Items

  • Maternity clothes
  • Baby gear (cribs, strollers, car seats, high chairs)
  • Infant care essentials (walkers, bouncies, playmats, baby toiletries)
  • Children's clothing, toys, and books


Drop-Off Guidelines

  • Location: 14-02 124th Street, College Point, NY 11356
  • Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday (10:00 AM – 3:00 PM)
  • Restrictions: No item or clothing donations are accepted on Wednesdays.


The Worthy Pause - Bayside

 

The Worthy Pause is a non profit charity thrift store helping our neighborhood cats & dogs and their caregivers. We are grateful to all our donors. Please DO NOT leave any donations outside when the shop is closed as this creates an eyesore and many items disappear.

 

Accepted Items


  • Items Sold: Bric-a-brac, vintage goods, housewares, antiques, jewelry, and small decor.
  • Donations Accepted: Small household items, books, DVDs, and antiques during open business hours only.
  • Items Not Accepted: Clothing, large furniture, and electronics


Drop-Off Guidelines

  • Location: 40-08 Corporal Kennedy Blvd, Bayside, NY 11361
  • Hours: Tues- Sat Afternoons- Hours Vary
  • If you’re unable to drop off at these times, call or email for an appointment: Phone: (718) 279-8191                                                                                                     Email: wpthriftshopbaysideny@gmail.com

 

Grace Episcopal Church Thrift Shop - Whitestone

 

The Thrift shop at Grace Church funds the many supports The Grace Church offers the community. Their outreach spreads further than just their church family. Volunteers are always welcomed with open arms

 

Accepted Items

  • At this time, all clothing in new or gently used condition accepted (men's, woman's, children’s) only
  • Items Not Accepted: While Grace Church has historically taken household items, such as small appliances and different types of accessories and jewelry. It is just no longer in their capacity to accept these things due to low volunteer rates.


Drop-Off Guidelines

  • Location: 14-15 Clintonville Street, Whitestone, N.Y. 11357
  • Hours: Please call the office 718-767-6305 (Tues-Thurs 9A-12P) to schedule a drop-off time. Items can be dropped off during Thrift Shop hours too!
  • Restrictions: Please do not leave any items outside.


All Saints Episcopal Church Thrift Shop - Bayside


The All Saints Episcopal Church Thrift Shop offers a curated selection of secondhand goods, vintage finds, books, and household items, with proceeds supporting the church's community outreach.

 

Accepted Items

  • Women’s, Men’s, Children’s Clothing. Household goods. Gently used toys. Books, CDs , and more!
  • Items Not Accepted: Furniture


Drop-Off Guidelines

  • Location: 214-35 40th Ave, Bayside
  • Hours: Please call the office 718-229-5631 to schedule a drop-off time. Items can be dropped off during Thrift Shop hours too! Thurs- 10A-12:45P
  • Restrictions: Please do not leave any items outside.


The Book Fairies

Book Fairies directly supports hundreds of under-resourced school districts and community-based organizations to improve children’s literacy rates and build a better future. Your upcycled books can make a difference in the lives of underserved people living across Long Island, New York City and internationally.


 

Accepted Items

  • all age books in good condition, from baby through adult, published in the last 20 years. We also accept college-level textbooks published within the past 10 years.
  • Items Not Accepted: encyclopedias, magazines, CDs, DVDs, or faith-based books.

Drop-Off Guidelines

  • Location:  DANIEL GALE SOTHEBY’S INTERNATIONAL REALTY 36-35 Bell BoulevardSuite 204Bayside New York 11361 Directions or 220 Miller Place
    Hicksville, NY 11801
  • Restrictions: 25 Books Or Less
    • Please do not overload the book bin or leave books or boxes of books outside of the bin, as they may get ruined by the weather.
      Drop the books into the bin a few at a time
      Bin Is Emptied:
      Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday


Pick Up 

These organizations make it super easy to give! Just set a pick up a time and location and you’re all set!



New York Vietnam Veterans of America

 

VVA’s goals are to promote and support the full range of issues important to Vietnam veterans, to create a new identity for this generation of veterans, and to change public perception of Vietnam veterans. VVA strives to achieve the following:

  • Aggressively advocate on issues important to veterans, Seek full access to quality health care for veterans, Identify the full range of disabling injuries and illnesses incurred during military service, Hold government agencies accountable for following laws mandating veterans health care, Create a positive public perception of Vietnam veterans,Seek the fullest possible accounting of America’s POWs and MIAs, Support the next generation of America’s war veterans, Serve our communities

Accepted Items

  • 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
  • Items Not Accepted: Large Furniture


Pick-up Guidelines


St Mary’s Clothing Drive


Clothing that is donated is made available for free to those in need at our facility at 230 Classon Ave. Brooklyn, NY 11205 from Monday through Friday. The facility is run on an appointment system, and is firs

We also sell a portion of the clothing to help us cover cost of running operations and create valuable resources that go back to the community.

Accepted Items

  • Clothing, jackets, shoes & boots, linens, towels, bags & accessories, scarves, hats, small items
  • Items Not Accepted: Furniture, electronics or books.


Pick-up Guidelines

 

Lupus America


Lupus America® Communities Household Goods Donation Program raises funds to support the fight against lupus. You can donate your gently used clothes, shoes and household items to support vital research and education programs for individuals with lupus and their families in communities like yours. All donations benefit Lupus America® Communities, a 501(c)(3) tax exempt charity established to support the mission of the Lupus Foundation of America. Donated items are sold by Lupus America® Communities, generating revenue which is used to help people impacted by lupus. All donations are tax-deductible.

Accepted Items

  • Clothing -- all types and sizes, Shoes -- all types and sizes, All bedding items, Draperies and curtains, Housewares and glassware, Jewelry and cosmetics, Toys and games, Knick knacks, Small appliances, Tools of all kinds
  • Items Not Accepted: Furniture or large items

Pick-up Guidelines

Habitat for Humanity


Habitat ReStores are home improvement stores that accept small and large donations of new or gently used furniture, appliances, housewares, building materials and more. Proceeds from the sales of these items help Habitat’s work in your community and around the world.

Accepted Items

  • Furniture: Sofas, chairs, dining tables, dressers, bed frames, and bookshelves.
  •  Building Supplies: Lumber, hardware, doors, windows, flooring, and electrical or plumbing supplies.
  • Appliances: Working major appliances that are generally less than 10 years old.
  • Items Not Accepted: Used mattresses, box springs, and baby furniture. Pianos or large entertainment centers. Damaged, heavily worn, or non-working items

Pick-up Guidelines


The Chesed Center

Conveniently donate your used clothing and household goods to support families across New York and Israel.

Accepted Items

  • Clothing,Shoes, Handbags, Bedding, Towels, Dishes,Toys,Electronics
  • Items Not Accepted: Large Appliances, Strollers, Books, FurnitureRugs

Pick-up Guidelines