Major Furniture Donation Organizations
Habitat for Humanity ReStore
Accepts furniture, appliances, cabinets, building materials, and home goods in good condition. Proceeds fund home building for low-income families. Free pickup in most areas. Not available in every market -- check habitat.org/restores for locations. Strong preference for solid wood and higher-quality pieces.
Salvation Army
Accepts furniture, clothing, appliances, and general household goods. Free pickup in most markets. Schedule at 1-800-SA-TRUCK or online. More flexible on condition than some options but still requires items to be saleable.
Goodwill
Accepts furniture at most locations but pickup availability varies significantly by region. Better for smaller items and clothing than for large furniture. Check your local Goodwill's specific acceptance policies -- they vary by franchise.
What Most Charities Will Not Accept
- Mattresses (most locations)
- Items with strong smoke, pet, or mold odors
- Upholstered pieces with visible staining or tears
- Broken frames or missing significant structural components
- Bed frames without headboards (some locations)
- Entertainment centers sized for CRT televisions
Call ahead or check the organization's current acceptance list before scheduling a pickup for anything borderline.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which organization is best for donating furniture?
Habitat for Humanity ReStore is often the best starting point -- they accept the widest range of furniture and home goods, offer free pickup in most markets, and the proceeds directly fund affordable housing construction. Salvation Army and Goodwill are good alternatives if your local ReStore is not accepting the item type you have.
How do I schedule a free furniture donation pickup?
Most major charities offer free pickup scheduling online or by phone. Habitat for Humanity at habitat.org, Salvation Army at salvationarmyusa.org, and Goodwill at goodwill.org all have pickup schedulers. Lead time varies by market -- typically two to seven days. Items must be at a ground-floor level accessible to two people.
What condition does furniture need to be in for donation?
No stains, rips, broken frames, missing major components, or strong odors. Charities inspect items on arrival and will decline pieces they cannot sell. If a piece is borderline, take photos and describe it honestly when scheduling. A charity that shows up and declines your item leaves you in the same position you started.