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Store Drop Offs

Store Drop Offs

Drop off your gently used goods at any of our Thrift Shops or Bookstore Cafe during store hours. See individual locations for business hours.

Why Donations Matter

Dress To Meals Chair To Housing

Thrift Shop Drop-offs

Our Thrift Shops thrive on community support. Donations that are gently used and in great condition are essential to keep our doors open. We welcome a wide array of items such as men’s and women's clothing, accessories, jewelry, shoes, housewares, books, furniture and more.

We Accept

Womens Mens Furniture Jewelry Handbags Art Houseware Lighting

We Can NOT Accept

No Mdf No Electronics No Appliances No Strollers No Mattresses And Box Springs No Exercise Equipment No Cribs No Toys

How to Drop Off

Donations can be brought to any Thrift Shop during business hours. Looking for a FREE furniture pick-up? Let us do the heavy lifting!

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Bookstore Cafe Drop-offs

Moving? Going digital? Donate your books, music, and movies! Our Bookstore Cafe is made up of 100% donations.

We Accept

Books New Cds New Lps New Books New Copy

We Can NOT Accept

No Bad Condition No Vhs No Magazines No Dated New No Textbooks No Dictionaries No Coursebooks

How to Drop Off

Donations can be brought into the bookstore 10 AM - 5 PM weekdays and 10 AM - 2 PM on weekends, except when we close for special events. It’s always best to call the store and check.

We reserve the right to refuse any donations that do not meet our standards.

See Bookstore Location

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Store Drop Offs

Drop off your gently used goods at any of our Thrift Shops or Bookstore Cafe during store hours. See individual locations for business hours.

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Furniture Pickup

If you have great quality furniture to give, we'll come to you! Learn more about how to schedule your free pick-up today.
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Become a Member

Join our healing community and receive benefits at our stores and at our events.
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Donate Online

Support Housing Works directly with a fully tax-deductible cash donation online right now.
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Join Our Athletic Events

No matter your ability or skill level we welcome you to join Team BRAKING AIDS®!

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Learn about our convenient in-building clothing donation drop-off service.
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Corporate Donations

Corporate donations make a significant impact on daily Thrift Shop sales and annual fundraising events helping us raise crucial funds for lifesaving services

Matching Gift Programs

Maximize your donation to Housing Works with Gift Matching!

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Other Ways to Give

There are many ways to give including through Workplace Giving and Stocks!

Become a Partner

Housing Works Partners are a vital part of our community, they directly impact the number of lives we save and the amount of collective change we accomplish.

Our Mission

Housing Works is a healing community of people living with and affected by HIV/AIDS. Our mission is to end the dual crises of homelessness and AIDS through relentless advocacy, the provision of lifesaving services, and entrepreneurial businesses that sustain our efforts.

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