OUR WISHLIST
Thank you for taking an interest in donating to Fresh Start Furnishings! Please read our wish-list below and be mindful of the items we do and don't take, and note that the IRS requires all in-kind donations to be in “good or better condition”. Looking for more information? Visit our Frequently Asked Questions page by clicking the button below.
WHAT WE NEED:
Living Room:
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Casual sofas, loveseats, chairs, and sofabeds – less than 20 years old (no rips, tears, visible stains, or smells) (Must be pre-approved to drop-off)
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Small TV stands
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Coffee & End Tables
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Desks and Bookshelves
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TVs – flat screen, digital ready, < 52” inches (working items only)
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Area rugs: 6ft.x 9ft. or smaller, rolled, tied and marked with size)
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Lamps, Vacuums, Clocks, Fans, space heaters etc. (All appliances must be in good working condition)
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Wall décor and Decorative pillows
Kitchen & Dining:
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Dining tables & chairs
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Dinette Sets
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Microwaves, toaster ovens, coffee pots, etc.
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Dishes, glasses, pots and pans, flatware, kitchen utensils – no crystal stemware please (microwavable & dishwasher safe)
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Kitchen linens: Placemats, tablecloths, dish towels etc.
Bed & Bath:
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Mattresses & box springs (twin, double, or queen) – (no rips, tears, visible stains, or smells) (Must be pre-approved before dropping off)
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Head/Foot boards: Small to medium sized modern headboards in like new condition only. No poster beds. No shelves or drawers etc. (Must be pre-approved before dropping off)
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Metal Bed Frames: Twin, double, or queen (must be disassembled with all hardware bagged and taped to frame)
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Toddler beds and crib mattresses
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Mirrors
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Clean linens and bedding: Sheets, bed blankets, comforters, etc. (Laundered, bagged, and labeled with size)
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Mattress pads (laundered, bagged, and labeled with size) & NEW bed pillows
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Shower curtains, curtain hangers, bath rugs, laundry baskets and other bathroom accessories
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Towels, wash clothes, etc.
Cleaning Supplies for "Welcome Home" housewarming baskets:
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Laundry detergent
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Disinfectant Spray/Wipes
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Paper towels
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Dishwasher detergent
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Multipurpose cleaner
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Trash bags
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Mops and Swiffer's
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Soft scrub
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Dish soap
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Brooms and dust pans
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Bleach
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Hand soap
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Sponges
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Toilet paper
Textile Recycling:
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Clothing
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Shoes/Sneakers
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Belts
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Purses
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Blankets, sheets, drapes, and pillowcases that are in poor to fair condition and unable to be used by Fresh Start clients
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Stuffed animals
WHAT WE CAN'T ACCEPT:
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Box TV’s, large entertainment centers or wall units
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Hutches, China cabinets, buffets and large consoles
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Rocking chairs or benches
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Furniture made from particle board, missing parts or in need of repair
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Sofas more than 20 years old,
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Sectionals, or This End Up brand
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King-sized bedding/bed frames, Ikea beds, waterbeds, or hospital beds
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Armoires or wardrobe cabinets
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Curio cabinets, glass display units,
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Cribs or other baby care items
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Wicker/patio furniture
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Exercise equipment or luggage
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Computer items or sewing machines
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Food or hygiene products
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Books, toys, games, etc.
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Large appliances
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Housewares requiring installation (faucets, lighting fixtures etc.)