Resources
Becca’s Closet Donate a dress
Better World Books Sells donated books to help fund literacy initiatives
Bloomerent Make sure your wedding flowers don't go to waste
The Big Reuse “We will reuse that”
Books for Africa ships books to students in need
Bottomless Closet They work to reduce the barriers NYC women face in the search for employment as well as providing on-going support & education so they gain the tools to succeed in their professional lives. They accept new & gently worn women's professional clothing
The Bridal Garden Since 1997 they have been making brides’ dreams come true
Bride and Blossom Donate wedding flowers for those in need
Brides Across America Accepts wedding dresses
Bye Bye Mattress Helps you find the closest recycling facility
Career Gear Professional clothing, mentoring & life-skills to help men in poverty become stronger contributors to their families & communities
CraigsList Give away FREE stuff
Crazy Crayons National crayon recycling program
Donation Town Find a charity that will pick up your donations in your area for free
1-800 JUNK Goodbye Junk. Hello Relief
Earth911.com Find locations near you that accept/recycle more than 350 products/materials, using one of North America’s most extensive recycling databases
EPA.gov/recycle US Environmental Protection Agency Learn how reducing, reusing/recycling can help the environment by saving money, energy & natural resources.
Freecycle Org All about reuse & keeping good stuff out of landfills
Furniture Banks Collects gently used furniture & household furnishings for families in need
Global Giving Connects nonprofits, donors & companies in nearly every country around the world. They help local nonprofits access the funding, tools, training & support they need to become more effective
Goodwill People who shop at Goodwill support communities and protect our environment. Our proceeds go to help people with disabilities and disadvantages do powerful things, like find work, gain independence, and build careers
Green Drop They convert lightly used clothing & household items into critical funds for American charities
The Green Glass Company Repurposing, recycling—Sorting it out
Grow NYC The sustainability resource for New Yorkers—providing free tools & services anyone can use in order to improve NYC
Habitat For Humanity Building/preserving NYC’s hard-working communities
Heifer International Donate an animal; your gift will be matched to ensure children have enough to eat
Household Waste Management Guide for Parents This resource page talks about how simple activities in the household could also contribute to proper waste management
Housing Works Fights for funding for people living with HIV/Aids in NYC
Libraries Call your local library first to find out their policy for taking gently used books
Little Free Library Curbside book exchange. Find an exchange near you
Medical Supplies (Project Cure)
Medic Mobile Give your phone new life to help communities around the world
New York Cares Clothing donation resources
One World Running Serving runners in need around the world
Operation Paperback Donates books to troops overseas
Paint Care Easy to recycle leftover, unwanted paint
Pajama Program Provides ordinary objects (pajamas & books) that transform bedtimes into comforting rituals of love, support & fun
Phones Cell phones for soldiers
Pick Up Please Your donations of clothing, household goods, books, shoes, small appliances, electronics & more make a big difference in the lives of America’s Veterans and their families
Prison Book Program Sends reading materials to inmates
Project Night Night Provides over 25,000 Night Night Packages each year to homeless children 12 & under who need childhood essentials
Project Smile A federally tax exempt non-profit organization collecting new & previously owned stuffed animals for police officers to give to children
Recycle ink & toner cartridges At Best Buy/Office Depot/Staples near you
Recycling Asbestos Guide to Handling, Disposing & Recycling Asbestos
Recyclenation.org Search/find where to recycle anything
Recycling for Kids Great information
Repeat Roses Transforming today's event flowers into tomorrow's social good
Second Chance Toys Rescue/recycle plastic toys for children in need in some metropolitan areas by donating them to community organizations
Society of St. Vincent de Paul Favorite Catholic charity in US
Soles4Souls Bring hope, health & happiness to children around the globe through the gift of new shoes
Stuffed Animals for Emergencies (SAFE) provides comfort to children in traumatic or emergency situations through donations of stuffed animals, blankets, books, children's clothes & baby items.
That Suits You They partner with NYC schools, colleges, job training centers & NYC homeless shelters to provide men with training & attire for their next level
Turtle Wings Certified electronics recycling services
Wine Cellar Innovations Reusing Bottles: Fun Science Experiments, Crafts & Projects
World Computer Exchange Drop-off locations around the country, or via mail