Donate to ReStore

The items we accept for donation are subject to change due to our fluctuating inventory and changing needs.
ReStore staff will screen your items at the time of drop-off.
 

How to Donate Items to ReStore

Thank you for considering a donation to our Habitat ReStore.

Please do not drop off any items without first talking to store staff or a volunteer. See donation & store hours at the bottom of this page.

We prefer that customers bring in their donations, but we do offer a free pick-up service for large donations within Sonoma County. Schedule a donation pick-up.

Sonoma County Habitat for Humanity is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. All donations to ReStore are tax-deductible.

ReStore Donation Criteria

Click on any materials category link below for expanded information.

Items that cannot be accepted

Appliances more than 10 years old

Ballast or fluorescent light tubes

Used tile or carpet

Paint

Dehumidifiers

E-waste or office equipment

Exercise equipment

Unframed glass

Chemical solvents/strippers

Used patching materials: putty, grout, etc.

Broken or incomplete items

Items subjected to rodent waste

Appliances

Less than 10 years old

Fully functioning

All parts and pieces included, assembled, and in working order; cannot be missing parts that impede functionality in any way

Free of rust and excessive grease and black mold

No significant aesthetic or functional damage

Furniture

Upholstered furniture must be in "like new" condition.

No pet stains. No rips, tears, or discolouration.

No smokers odor. No sleeper sofas or hide-a-beds. No mattresses.

Wood furniture must be in good condition. No water damage, stains or mold.

Cabinets – Wooden

Must have all doors, shelves, and drawers; no missing pieces or parts

Free of significant structural, aesthetic, or functional damage

Free of mold and water damage

CFL Lights, fluorescent etc.

Must be new, bagged, free of holes and tears, not damaged or permeated by moisture
No used insulation

Dish Sets

Service for 4 or more

Electrical Supplies

Free of excessive rust

No conduit lengths; fittings ok

Fiberboard Cabinets

Must be in excellent condition: no peeling veneer, holes, patched holes, cracks, broken glass, or failed seals

Free of water damage

Not modified in any way by customer

Flat Screen

In WORKING condition only, please

Flooring

All materials must be NEW, UNUSED, AND IN ORIGINAL PACKAGING

Tile and flooring will only be accepted in quantities of 50 square feet or more

Vinyl flooring will only be accepted in quantities of 30 square feet or more

Carpet will only be accepted in quantities of 100 square feet or more

Glasses
  • 4 or more matching pieces

 

Hardware

Free of excessive rust or corrosion

Functional or useable

Home Decor

Wall art, mirrors, vases, sculpture, small fountains, pottery, etc.

Landscape Garden

Tools and equipment must be in good, working condition; no fix-its needed

Lawn and farming products must not be expired or within relative close range to expiration

Bricks and pavers must be free of mortar

Lighting

All lights must be in working condition; no frayed wires or significant corrosion

Bulbs must be new and in packaging, no fluorescents or ballasts

No recessed can or track lighting

All necessary mounting hardware must be included

Lumber/Wood

Sheet lumber must be in full (4'x8') or half sheets; no scraps

Lengths of lumber, molding, and base boards must at least 6'; no scraps

All lumber must be new/unused and free of mold and water damage

Plumbing

Porcelain items must be free of chips, cracks, and significant discoloration

Cast iron items must be free of excessive rust and chips, cracks and significant discoloration

Toilets must be rated 1.8 or less GPF and have a clear indication of this behind the seat or inside the toilet tank; toilets without this mark cannot be accepted

Vanity tops must have the cabinet to match them or be a relatively symmetrical shape and size; CULTURED MARBLE VANITY TOPS CANNOT BE ACCEPTED.

No PVC lengths; fittings ok.

Roofing

All materials must be new/unused

Small Appliances

CLEAN/like-new blenders, toasters, food processors, coffeemakers, etc.

Cook/Bakeware in excellent condition only, please

 

Tools

Must be fully functional and have all parts necessary for functionality

Windows

Must have no frame damage, be fully functional (ex: no need to replace sash window springs)

Include all parts necessary for functionality (ex: crank windows must have crank and case cover)

No chipped or cracked glass, no failed seals

Aluminum windows (anodized or not) and single pane cannot be accepted

 

Schedule a pickup of your donation.