Greater Portland homes, from older capes in South Portland to farmhouses in Gorham and Falmouth, often hold solid furniture and housewares that are too good to throw away. When a parent downsizes, local nonprofits can give those items a second life.
Several organizations in the Portland area accept household donations, and the Habitat ReStore takes building materials and appliances too.
Donation centers serving Portland accept furniture, clothing and household goods, and the Habitat ReStore also takes appliances, cabinets and building materials. They provide donation receipts, and some can pick up large items.
Each organization on this list was confirmed as an active nonprofit or charity-run program with a real donation drop-off or pickup service in the Portland area, not a for-profit resale operation or an unattended drop box.
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Yes, though pickup schedules can slip after big storms. Drop-off centers usually keep regular hours.
Some organizations do for items in good condition. Ask about their pickup area and wait times.
The Habitat ReStore often takes usable doors and windows. Call first, since needs change.
Mattresses, damaged upholstery, broken items and older TVs.
Ask for a receipt when you drop off or at pickup, and keep a list of what you gave.