When you’re decluttering before a move, don’t immediately send your furniture to the landfill. Local or nationwide charities will pick up furniture for free. Your donation supports their work, and you'll streamline your belongings for an easier move.
In this guide, we’ll introduce 12 charities that offer free furniture donation pickup. Since availability varies by city and organization, we'll share tips on finding services near you and explain which furniture charities usually accept, guidelines for a smooth pickup, and alternatives if pickup services aren't available in your area.
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Moving from the southwest up and down the west coast and back again has also given her plenty of firsthand moving experience. Now, she makes sure that even if you're just moving down the block, you have the accurate tips and know-how to make your relocation a breeze.
When you’re looking for someone to pick up furniture from your house, you have two main options:
At HireAHelper, we recommend arranging a free charity donation pickup if your furniture is usable and in good condition. We only suggest junk removal services for damaged furniture or if charities can't accept your donation, but you still need those items removed.
Here are common furniture pieces and household goods you may want to donate, and whether or not most charities accept them:
As you start organizing your move, note what you want to give away so you can ask your local charity if they'll accept it.
Many national charities operate regional chapters, which may or may not pick up in your area. When you’re ready to donate, search online or contact local organizations to confirm availability.
It takes a few minutes to research your options, but saving unwanted furniture from the landfill can lessen your carbon footprint and save you money when moving.
To get started on donating, you can use this table that lists some national charity organizations, including whether they offer free pickup, furniture condition requirements, and service area.
National Charity Services and Requirements for Donations
Charity | Offers Furniture Pickup? | Furniture Condition Requirement | Service Area |
| AMVETS | Yes | Good condition only | Limited pickup in Maryland, District of Columbia, Delaware, Texas, Virginia, and Oklahoma |
| The Arc (Arc Thrift) | Yes | No stains, rips, tears, or pet hair | Select locations across the country |
| Habitat for Humanity ReStore | Yes | Upholstered and leather furniture must be free of tears, stains, and pet damage | Select locations across the country |
| Furniture Bank Network / Furniture Bank | Yes | Gently used | Select locations across the country |
| GreenDrop | Yes, but small furniture only | Good condition only | Select locations in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, and Arizona |
| Other Charities (Donation Town, PickUpMyDonation, Pickup Please, Goodwill, Salvation Army, Vietnam Veterans of America, Out of the Closet) | Yes, but varies by local partner charity | Good, reusable condition | Select locations across the country |
Whether or not a charity provides furniture pickup is just the start, though. You might want to donate to a cause that’s meaningful to you. Below, we expand on each charity’s mission and provide more details on what they accept.
Whether or not a charity provides furniture pickup is just the start, though. You might want to donate to a cause that’s meaningful to you. Below, we expand on each charity’s mission and provide more details on what they accept.
AMVETS helps veterans find housing, healthcare, jobs, and support services. Your donated goods are sold in AMVETS thrift stores, which raise money to fund veterans’ programs.
The Arc supports individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Donations are sold at Arc thrift stores and help fund programs for employment, education assistance, and training.
Donation Town helps connect you with local charities that offer free pickup. It’s a no-hassle way to support organizations in your area.
Many families are rebuilding after homelessness, domestic violence, or other crises, and the Furniture Bank Network connects you with local charities that provide furniture to those families in need.
Goodwill Industries operates thrift stores across the U.S. and Canada. Your donations help people who are unemployed or underemployed to gain new skills and find jobs.
GreenDrop is a for-profit organization that picks up donations on behalf of nonprofits. Partner charities include the American Red Cross and Big Brothers Big Sisters. GreenDrop pays the charity for your donation, helping them fund their operations.
Habitat for Humanity ReStores sell donated home goods to fund local homebuilding projects. Most locations offer free pickup for larger donations.
Out of the Closet is a thrift store chain operated by the AIDS Healthcare Foundation. The proceeds go to support free HIV research, testing, prevention, and treatment services.
Pickup Please is a free service that picks up small goods. The organization sells the items and uses the money to support charities like the Vietnam Veterans of America.
The Salvation Army is an international charity that offers a range of programs for disaster relief, rent assistance, and family services. The furniture you donate is sold in the organization’s thrift stores to raise money to help people around the country.
Vietnam Veterans of America supports and advocates for veterans. Your goods are sold to provide funding for programs, including VA claims assistance.
PickUpMyDonation is an online platform that connects you with local nonprofits that offer furniture pickup. It’s a tool, not a charity, designed to help you support charities in your area.
Here's a snapshot of organizations in selected cities that pick up furniture donations and use the proceeds to benefit the community. There are many more charities out there, but this list gives you a sense of what’s available in some major metros.
New York City:
Los Angeles:
Chicago:
Houston:
Phoenix:
Philadelphia:
San Antonio:
San Diego:
Dallas:
San Jose:
Las Vegas:
Long Island:
Atlanta:
Brooklyn:
San Francisco:
Sacramento:
Seattle:
Bronx:
Tucson:
Sometimes, the big-name charities don’t serve your ZIP code, or maybe they don’t take the items you want to give away. If you still want to donate furniture (with free pickup) to veterans or local families, you’ve got options:
Before you start packing up your stuff, make sure that charities can take it. Here are some items that charities usually accept and reject for donation pickups — plus a few that are hit-or-miss.
Accepted for donation pickup
Not accepted for donation pickup
Sometimes accepted for pickup
The size of your furniture often determines if it’s eligible for free donation pickup. Some charities have large trucks, so they can handle bed frames and couch donations.
“It takes a few minutes to research your options, but saving unwanted furniture from the landfill can lessen your carbon footprint and save you money when moving.”
Safety matters, too. Most charities won’t pick up used mattresses for health reasons, including pest or allergen concerns. The same goes for flammable substances like paint and fuel.
As much as you may want your used furniture to help someone in need, not every piece is going to be accepted. The charity may not have the resources to clean or repair it, or it may be too hard for them to move.
Here are reasons a nonprofit may decline your donation:
You can sell used furniture if the piece is in usable shape, or check out our article on getting rid of an old couch for additional ideas.
Once you’ve scheduled a donation pickup, it’s time to get your items ready. Here’s how to prep your donations:
When the driver arrives, ask about a tax receipt. Some charities hand them to you on the spot, while others email them later.
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