Donated items help build homes!
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Drop off your donations at the ReStore 1402 W. Washington St., Bloomington, IL 61701 Our volunteers and staff will help you unload once you arrive. Tuesday - Saturday: |
Let us pick up your items for you Free pickup in McLean County If your items are too large for you to drop off, we offer FREE, scheduled pick-ups. COVID19 Update: items must be located on a porch, in a garage, or outside, as staff members are prohibited from entering residences |
All donations are tax-deductible. Revenue from the sale of your donated items helps build Habitat homes with partner families in McLean County. Since the Bloomington ReStore opened in 2009, we have brought in over $3.3 million on behalf of Habitat for Humanity of McLean County.
Other Ways to Give
If you would like to give to Habitat for Humanity's local projects, but do not currently have any items to donate to the ReStore, please consider making a monetary donation directly to Habitat of McLean County. You can also support us by shopping through Ebay for Charity, PayPal Giving Fund, and AmazonSmile.
We currently have a special need for a truck, trailer, or any vehicle that can expand our free donation pick-up service. Please email our team at restore@habitatmclean.org if you have any leads.
What items can you donate?
Acceptable Donations
The following list is a general guideline of donated items we can accept. Because we are a non-profit organization, the ReStore has limited funds available for disposal costs, so we ask that all donations be in good, working condition, free from any major defects, damage, or excessive wear. If you have any questions, feel free to email us at restore@habitatmclean.org.
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Appliances |
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| Air Conditioners | Humidifiers |
| Refrigerators/Mini-Fridges | Freezers |
| Microwaves | Small Kitchen Appliances |
| Dryers | Washing Machines |
| Space Heaters | Furnaces |
| Ovens/Stoves | Cook Tops |
| Ranges & Hoods | Industrial Kitchen Appliances |
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Building Materials |
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| Flooring/Carpet | Ceramic Tile |
| Showers/Bathtubs | New Plumbing |
| Hardware | Lumber |
| Toilets | Sinks |
| Trim | Fencing |
| Roofing Materials | Doors |
| Windows | |
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Cabinets |
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| Bathroom Cabinets/Vanities | Cabinet Knobs and Hardware |
| Countertops | Kitchen Cabinets |
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Decorations & Household Items |
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| Framed Artwork/Sculptures | Garden Supplies |
| Cookware & Glassware | Exercise Equipment |
| Musical Instruments (except pianos) | Collectibles |
| Rugs | Sporting Goods |
| Vases | Fake Plants |
| Books | |
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Electronics / Electrical Items |
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| Blu-Ray/DVD Players | Stereos |
| Surge Protectors | Extension Cords/Power Strips |
| Videogames | Videogame Consoles |
| CDs | CD Players |
| DVDs | Lamps/Light FIxtures |
| Working Flat-Panel TVs | |
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Furniture |
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| Armoires/Wardrobes | China Cabinets |
| Headboards/Footboards | Bed Frames |
| Couches/Love Seats | Sleeper Sofas/Futons |
| Dressers | Trunks |
| Bookshelves/Shelving Units | Tables (End, Coffee, Sofa, Dining) |
| Armchairs, Recliners, Dining Chairs | Buffets |
| Desks | Entertainment Centers |
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Tools |
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| Drill Presses/Drills | Levels |
| Stud Finders | Screwdrivers |
| Pliers | Tape Measures |
| Saws | Flashlights |
| Utility Knives | Putty Knives |
| Hammers | Wrenches |
| Wire Strippers | Ladders |
| Screw Guns | Snow Blowers |
| Lawn Mowers | Edgers/Weed Eaters |
Unacceptable Donations
While the ReStore would love to accept everything, we are unable to sell or dispose of certain items. The following is an up-to-date list of items we CANNOT accept.
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Liquids |
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| Cleaning Chemicals | Paint |
| Unusual Chemicals | Gasoline/Kerosene |
| Pesticides | Solvents |
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Miscellaneous Items |
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| Baby Furniture/Items | Toys |
| Clothing* | Safety Equipment |
| Tube Televisions** | Computer Monitors** |
| Dishwashers | Water Heaters |
| Mattresses/Box Springs*** | Hazardous Waste |
| Vanity Tops (without Vanity Base) | Unframed Mirrors |
| Window Blinds | Broken Items |
| Pianos |
*New and gently-used clothing can be donated to Home Sweet Home (see below), Carle BroMenn Resale Boutique,or Goodwill.
**Old televisions and computer monitors can be dropped off at the Town of Normal Public Works Department.
***Used mattresses and box springs can be donated to Recycling Furniture for Families or Kern Mattress Outlet.
The ReStore now has a Home Sweet Home clothing bin on our property:
