If you took our advice from our Dec. 30 blog posting on becoming more organized, you probably have some items you no longer use or need. So what do you do with them? Well, there are many things you can do with unwanted items; you can sell them, give them to friends or family, trash them, or donate them.
Donating is easy, gives back to the community and is tax deductible. When donating any item whether it is a coat, a book, a lamp, a kitchen item, etc., make sure it is in good condition. Use the rule, if I needed this item would I take it in this condition? If the answer is no, then you are better off throwing it away. Before donating any clothing item, toy, or cooking item please wash the item. Places to donate items are all around you. Some of the more common places to donate to are:
- Good Will International
- The Salvation Army
- United Cerebral Palsy
- ARC
- Savers
- Local churches
For your convenience, many of these places can pick up items from your home or you can drop donations off at their facilities. Check out a donation center near you to see how you can make a difference in not only your life, but in someone else’s.
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