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Goodwill Donation Value Guide

Should you donate or sell an item? On the Goodwill site, they list the fair market value of many types of items so you can figure out your tax deduction. (This link takes you to Goodwill Northern New England... so you may want to look up your area for more accurate prices.)

 

This can also help you determine whether it is worth the effort to sell something.

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Freecycle

Let the people in your community know that you have items you are giving away. Freecycle is a nonprofit with the goal of keeping good stuff out of landfills. â€‹

BuyNothing

Use their app or locally run Facebook groups to connect with people who are looking for what you are giving away. If you think you'll end up acquiring as much as or more than what you are giving away, then this won't be a wise option for decluttering. â€‹

Craigslist

Search for your local Craigslist. You can sell or give items away. Be safe when meeting people to transfer items to them by meeting in a public space and/or not being alone. â€‹

Facebook Marketplace

Another way to sell items within your community. Be safe when meeting people to transfer items to them by meeting in a public space (when possible) and/or not being alone. â€‹

Charity Navigator

Although they seem to primarily focus on helping you wisely donate money to a reputable charity, they also list ways to donate goods.​

Donating to Local Groups

Check the website of local churches, temples, and mosques to see if they are collecting specific items (they may have a monthly theme) or if they have donation bins in their parking lots. They may actually gather items to donate to a local charity that they are not affiliated with. â€‹

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You can also check with your town's Council on Aging, library, or schools if you have items that you believe would be used by the individuals they serve. Nonprofit and for-profit nursing homes/rehabilitation centers may also collect books or craft supplies for residents. 

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Before making a donation of items that the organization hasn't specified that they are collecting, call and speak to someone about what you would like to give so you don't burden them with things they are not equipped to deal with. 

Yard Sale Search

A site to post your yard sale. 

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