Whether you’re preparing for a move, downsizing, settling into a new home in Bend, or simply tackling a seasonal declutter, knowing where to donate your unwanted items can make the process easier while giving back to our community.
At Cleaner Living, we help Central Oregon homeowners get their houses in order every day, before a move, after a big life change, or just for a fresh start. One of the questions we hear most often is:
“Where should I donate all this stuff?”
So we put together this updated guide to help you quickly find the right place for everything from furniture and clothing to baby gear, books, electronics, and pet supplies, all across Bend, Redmond, Sisters, Prineville, and Madras.
Where to Donate Furniture
Large furniture can be one of the hardest things to part with, but several Central Oregon nonprofits accept gently used furniture, and a few will even come haul it away for you.
Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity ReStore
What they accept: Furniture and home décor, major appliances, building materials, and tools that are clean, complete, and in sellable condition.
Pickup available? Yes, for larger loads that won’t fit in a passenger vehicle — schedule online or call 541-312-6709. Fees may apply depending on volume and distance. Free drop-off is also available in Bend (Monday–Saturday 9am–5pm, Sunday 11am–3pm) and Redmond (Tuesday–Saturday 9am–5pm).
Website: restorebend.org
Tip: Wipe down and photograph larger pieces before pickup — it speeds up their intake and helps them assess condition ahead of time.
Furnish Hope
What they accept: Gently used furniture, bedding, and kitchen, home, and bedroom essentials in good, clean, complete condition (no stains, odors, pet hair, or major wear).
Pickup available? Yes, request a free pickup through their online form; a suggested donation toward labor and transportation costs is appreciated but not required. Drop-off is also available Monday–Saturday, 9:00–11:00am, at 1006 SE 9th Street, Bend.
Website: furnishhope.com
Tip: Furnish Hope furnishes entire homes for families transitioning out of homelessness — donating a matching set (like a bed frame with nightstands) helps them put together a complete room for a family all at once.
SuperThrift (Bend)
What they accept: Clothing, furniture, tools, appliances, and household items — proceeds support Teen Challenge, an addiction recovery program.
Pickup available? Yes — SuperThrift will send a truck to your home and load it free of charge. Schedule online for the Bend location.
Website: superthrift.org
St. Vincent de Paul of Bend
What they accept: Furniture, clothing, and household items in good condition.
Pickup available? Sometimes — call 541-389-6643 to check availability, since pickup isn’t guaranteed for every donation. Drop-off is always an option.
Website: stvincentdepaulbend.org
Opportunity Foundation of Central Oregon
What they accept: Furniture, clothing, and household items in good condition.
Pickup available? Yes for $50 per pickup — call 541-548-2822 to schedule. Drop-off is always an option.
Website: opportunityfound.org/thrift-store
Where to Donate Clothing
Good clothing can make an immediate difference, whether it’s keeping someone warm through a Central Oregon winter or helping a family get back on their feet. Organizations include:
- Bethlehem Inn — accepts seasonal clothing and outerwear (their needs rotate with the seasons — think rain gear in spring, warm coats and wool socks in winter), along with backpacks, blankets, and new hygiene products, at their Bend and Redmond locations, Monday–Friday, 9am–4pm. Call 541-322-8768 with questions, or check their current wish list before dropping off.
- Shepherd’s House Ministries — also accepting backpacks, blankets, and new hygiene products, plus warm clothing, coats, socks, gloves, and sleeping bags for men, women, and children experiencing homelessness. Drop off at their location on NE Division Street near Revere Ave in Bend; donations are accepted on-site.
- Central Oregon Veterans Outreach (COVO) — supports veterans and veteran families; accepts clothing, bedding, camping gear, and hygiene items at their Bend location (61510 S Hwy 97). All items should be clean and in good working condition.
- Humane Society of Central Oregon Thrift Store — accepts clothing and accessories of all kinds, along with household goods and pet supplies, at their Bend location.
- Goodwill — accepts clothing of all kinds at any Central Oregon location.
- Opportunity Foundation of Central Oregon – accepts clothing and shoes in good condition, jewelry including bracelets, necklaces, rings and watches. Accessories including handbags, ties, betls, scarves and backpacks.
- St. Vincent de Paul and SuperThrift — both accept clothing donations alongside furniture and household goods.
Where to Donate Household Goods
Kitchenware, décor, lamps, small appliances, linens, and towels are always in demand at furniture banks and thrift stores. Suggested organizations:
- Furnish Hope — accepts kitchen, bedding, and home essentials alongside furniture.
- Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity ReStore — good option for kitchen items, light fixtures, and décor, though they can’t take clothing, linens, or unframed mirrors and glass.
- Humane Society of Central Oregon Thrift Store, Goodwill, St. Vincent de Paul, and SuperThrift — all accept most clean, working household goods.
Where to Donate Baby Items
Baby gear is one of the most-needed donation categories in Central Oregon — new parents need it, and it’s expensive to buy new. Options include:
Every Child Central Oregon
What they accept: Clothing and shoes (newborn through big kid XL), plus baby gear like strollers, carriers, high chairs, bottles, diapers, and infant bathtubs.
What they can’t take: Used car seats, cribs, or bassinets.
Website: everychildoregon.org/centraloregon
Central Oregon Baby Resources
What they accept: Children’s clothing (birth–size 6), baby gear, unopened formula and diapers, bedding, gently used shoes and toys, children’s books, and maternity clothing. Car seats and booster seats manufactured no later than 2020 and pack ‘n plays manufactured after February 2014 are accepted, but are inspected in person at their scheduled drop-off events.
What they can’t take: Furniture, medication, used breast pumps, open food, or clothing with tears or stains.
Website: centraloregonbabyresources.org
MountainStar Family Relief Nursery
What they accept: Toys, books, school supplies, and gently used clothing and shoes for children ages 0–5 and their families.
Drop-off: Monday–Friday, 8:30am–3pm, at their Bend location (2125 NE Daggett Ln).
Website: mtstar.org
Where to Donate Books
- Friends of the Sisters Library Book Corner — accepts used book donations at the northwest corner of the Sisters Library; open Tuesdays 11am–1pm and Sundays 1–3pm.
- Friends of the Redmond Library — welcomes gently used book donations to support their ongoing library book sales; reach out to coordinate drop-off.
- Little Free Libraries — leave books directly in any of the neighborhood boxes scattered around Bend and the surrounding area; find the nearest one at littlefreelibrary.org/map. Just don’t overfill them.
- Thrift stores — Goodwill, St. Vincent de Paul, Humane Society of Central Oregon Thrift Store, and SuperThrift all accept books as part of general household donations. (Note: Deschutes Public Library branches do not accept physical book donations directly — they ask that book donors give to the Friends groups or a monetary gift go to the Deschutes Public Library Foundation instead.)
Where to Donate School Supplies
A category that’s easy to overlook, but Central Oregon classrooms rely on it heavily.
Mid Oregon Credit Union — Supplies 4 Schools
What they accept: New school, art, and office supplies, collected starting August 1 each year.
Drop-off: Any of Mid Oregon’s eight branches in Bend, La Pine, Madras, Redmond, Prineville, and Sisters. Financial donations can also be made online at midoregon.com. This annual drive is run in partnership with the Family Access Network (FAN), which distributes supplies to students across Deschutes, Crook, and Jefferson counties.
Website: midoregon.com
Friends of the Children – Central Oregon
What they accept: Office materials, art supplies, healthy snacks, and children’s games for their clubhouse programs.
Website: friendscentraloregon.org
Where to Donate Art & Creative Supplies
Hearts Unknown Education (HÚE)
What they accept: Art and craft supplies, costumes, musical instruments, sewing machines, and unused canvases, supporting their free creative wellness classes for youth.
Location: 184 Franklin Ave, Bend.
Website: ilovehue.org
Where to Donate Electronics
- E-Cycles Oregon — a free statewide recycling program for computers, monitors, TVs, and printers (up to seven items at a time), available at certified Central Oregon drop sites including Deschutes Recycling, Goodwill, and the Opportunity Foundation.
- Deschutes Recycling (Knott Landfill, Bend) — accepts electronics beyond the E-Cycles limit, or from businesses, for a fee of about $0.25 per pound.
- Best Buy (Bend) — in-store recycling for most consumer electronics, plus a trade-in program for devices still in working condition.
- Opportunity Foundation of Central Oregon – accepts TV’s less than 5 years old, radios, stereo, speakers, fans, heaters and lamps.
Note: Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity ReStore accepts stereos, speakers, and flat-screen TVs, but cannot take computers, monitors, printers, fax machines, or copiers — route those to E-Cycles instead.
Where to Donate Bicycles
Bicycle Re-Source of Bend
What they accept: Bicycles and bike-related parts and accessories, which are reconditioned and given to community members in need across Central Oregon.
Drop-off: Sundays, 7:00–10:30am, at their Bend shop (2669 NE Twin Knolls Dr). For other arrangements, contact Jeff Schuler at 541-410-9620.
Website: bicycleresourceofbend.org
What to Do With Food You Aren’t Going to Use?
If you’re looking to donate canned goods or other pantry items instead of tossing them donate to Family Kitchen, The Giving Plate, Bend Food Project, and The Salvation Army. All accept food donations across Central Oregon. They accept unexpired canned goods and non-perishable pantry staples.Â
Where to Donate Building Materials
- Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity ReStore — lumber, doors, windows, cabinets, tile, flooring, plumbing fixtures, and tools in usable condition. They currently cannot accept paint donations.
- Miller Paint (Bend) — a certified PaintCare drop-off site that accepts leftover house paint, stains, sealers, and clear coatings for free recycling. Located at 2121 NE Division St, Bend. Visit paintcare.org to find additional drop-off sites around Central Oregon.
| Organization | What They Pick Up | Free Pickup | Restrictions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Furnish Hope | Furniture and household essentials | Yes (suggested donation appreciated) | Items must be clean and in good, complete condition |
| SuperThrift | Clothing, furniture, tools, appliances, and household goods | Yes | Schedule online for the Bend location |
| Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity ReStore | Furniture and building materials | Available for larger loads; fees may apply | Items must be clean, complete, and sellable |
| St. Vincent de Paul of Bend | Furniture and clothing | Sometimes—call to confirm | Availability varies by donation |
| Humane Society of Central Oregon Thrift Store | Clothing, household goods, and pet supplies | No | Drop-off only |
| Opportunity Foundation of Central Oregon | Clothing, furniture, exercise equipment, tools, appliances, and seasonal items | No | Items must be clean and in good, working condition |
What Most Donation Centers WON’T Accept
Even the most generous nonprofits have limits. As a general rule, avoid trying to donate:
- Paint (take it to a PaintCare site like Miller Paint instead)
- Broken or heavily damaged furniture
- Mattresses with any visible wear (only pristine mattress/box spring sets are accepted, and only at select locations)
- Car seats, cribs, or bassinets past the age cutoffs each organization sets for safety reasons
- Hazardous waste
- Open, expired, or perishable food
- Recalled items
- Used breast pumps, pacifiers, or crib bumpers
Before You Donate: A Cleaner Living Checklist
A little prep goes a long way toward making sure your donations actually get used rather than tossed. We recommend:
- Wash clothing before donating
- Bundle similar items together
- Label boxes by category
- Test electronics to confirm they power on
- Include hardware, remotes, and manuals with furniture or electronics
- Clean furniture before drop-off or pickup
- Call ahead for seasonal or capacity-limited donations (many Central Oregon nonprofits post current wish lists online)
These little steps make donations far more useful, and far more likely to be accepted on the spot.
Why Donating Matters
Instead of throwing usable items away, donating keeps Central Oregon’s landfills lighter and its nonprofits stocked. It supports local organizations that rely on in-kind donations to operate, reduces landfill waste at Knott Landfill and beyond, helps families furnish homes and dress for our high-desert winters, creates affordable shopping options for neighbors on a budget, and strengthens the broader Bend, Redmond, Sisters, Prineville, and Madras community in the process.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I donate furniture in Central Oregon?
Who offers free furniture pickup?
Are donations tax deductible?
Where can I donate mattresses?
Only pristine mattress and box spring sets with no visible wear are accepted, and only at select locations like Habitat for Humanity ReStore. Mattresses with any wear typically need to go to Deschutes Recycling instead.
Where can I donate baby gear like car seats?
Can I donate broken appliances or electronics?
Decluttering Tips for Central Oregon Homes
Set Aside Time: Make decluttering more enjoyable by setting aside a specific afternoon to tackle one room at a time. Use Bins: Sort items into “donate,” “discard,” and “keep” bins to keep your process organized.
Involve the Family: Get the whole household involved, and use it as a chance to teach kids about the value of giving.
Think Seasonally: Central Oregon’s swing between high-desert summers and snowy winters means your closets probably hold a lot of seasonal gear — donate what you’re not using before the next season turns it into clutter again.
How Cleaner Living Can Help
Whether you’re preparing for a move, downsizing, helping a loved one transition to a new home, or just reclaiming your space, decluttering can feel overwhelming. Our professional cleaning team helps Central Oregon homeowners every day by preparing homes before and after major life transitions. Once you’ve sorted what to keep and what to donate, we’ll help you make the space shine.
Learn more about our recurring cleaning, and deep cleaning services across Bend, Redmond, Sisters, Sunriver, and Powell Butte.
