Goodwill Stores in Indiana & Kentucky Will Not Accept These Items

It’s that time of year again—time to start thinking about fall cleaning! If you’re anything like me, you probably have a ton of stuff you don’t use anymore that you could quickly sell at a yard sale or, even better, donate to charity.

I’ve always chosen to give our unwanted items to Goodwill because I really support what they do for their employees.

What is the Mission of Goodwill?

Goodwill provides training, employment, and supportive services for people with disabilities or disadvantages who seek greater independence. Their vision is to transform lives and communities through the power of work.

We often accumulate things we don’t really need, and much of what’s cluttering our closets, basements, and garages is in good condition and could be useful to someone else. Of course, there are also items that are worn out or broken and need to be cleaned out or replaced, but Goodwill isn’t the place for those.

Here’s what Goodwill has to say about items they can’t and won’t accept:

Some items are rejected for being non-recyclable or containing hazardous materials. Other times, an item must be refused because it costs more to transport, repair, or refurbish than it can be sold for in our stores.

Sometimes, the items they can’t take are due to health and safety guidelines or state laws that prohibit the resale of certain items. Other times, it’s simply about space and whether the item can be resold.

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24 Items that Goodwill won't take

Used Mattresses

Medications or medical supplies

Blinds

Damaged Furniture

Bean Bag Chairs

Cribs

Weapons and Ammunition

Food

Gas Grills

Tube televisions

Old newspapers and magazines

Air Conditioners

Household Cleaners

Old Paint

Make-up

Auto Parts

Hair products

Stained or torn clothing

Building Materials

Pianos or organs

Large appliances

Carpet or padding

Plumbing items

Trash

Please remember that Goodwill and similar organizations are not just a place to dump everything you don’t want. It’s important to be respectful when donating items. If something is trash or not suitable for donation, take the time to find out where you can recycle or safely dispose of it. Your thoughtfulness makes a difference!

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