Drop Off in-store or Schedule a Donation Pickup
*Donation drops off are available during normal business hours.
Donation Guidelines
Before donating items to the Habitat Store, please use this guide to determine what items we accept. Any item with a blue recycle symbol â™» is something that we do not accept and you may be able to find other organizations or local recycling centers that will take them.
Donations are accepted during normal store hours. Please ensure that all donations are in clean resalable condition with no rips, tears, stains, pet hair, or repairs needed.
Auburn Store | 1407 Auburn Way South, Auburn, WA 98002
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Southcenter Store | 1185 Andover Park West, Tukwila, WA 98188
Ellensburg Store | 212 South Railroad Ave, Ellensburg, WA 98926
Appliances
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All appliances must be clean and in working condition. Used appliances must be 10 years old or younger
- New Appliances
- Air Conditioners
- Microwaves *(must be 7 or fewer years old)
- Refrigerators & Freezers
- Stoves/Ovens/Ranges/Cooktops
- Vent Hoods
- Washers and Dryers
Reuse or Recycle Elsewhere
- Appliances over 10 years old
- Used Dishwashers
Cabinets
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Full kitchen cabinet sets are preferred. All doors and drawers must be attached. Please remove any countertops and screws sticking out.
- Kitchen Cabinets
- Medicine Cabinets
- Vanities (must include sink)
- Cabinet Hardware
Reuse or Recycle Elsewhere
- Painted Cabinets
Doors
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All doors must be standard size (nothing taller than 80 inches) and paneled style (No flat slabs).
- Interior Doors
- Exterior Doors
- Sliding Glass Doors (Vinyl Clad Only)
- Door Hardware
Reuse or Recycle Elsewhere
- Closet Doors
- Flat Doors
- Screen Doors
- Shower Doors
- Storm Doors
Electrical
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All electrical components must be in safe and working condition.
- Breakers
- Boxes
- Outlets
- Wiring
Reuse or Recycle Elsewhere
- Damaged or missing pieces
Flooring
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Area rugs must be 5′ x 7′ or smaller and free of stains or damage. All other floorings must be unused, matching, and a minimum of 50 sq. ft.
- Area Rugs
- Carpet Tiles
- Hardwood
- Laminate
- Tile
Reuse or Recycle Elsewhere
- Carpet Rolls
- Laminate Rolls
- Mismatched and/or small quantities
Furniture
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All furniture must be free from any tears, stains, pet hair, or damage and include all parts.
- Armoires & Wardrobes
- Bed Frames
- Benches
- Bookcases & Shelving Units
- Buffets & Sideboards
- Chests & Trunks
- Chairs, Ottomans & Stools
- China Hutches
- Couches, Sofas & Sectionals
- Curio Cabinets
- Desks
- Dressers
- Futons (must include mattress and frame)
- Nightstands & Side Tables
- Patio & Outdoor Furniture
- Recliners & Rockers
- Tables
- TV Stands
Reuse or Recycle Elsewhere
- Baby Furniture
- Entertainment Centers
- Hide-a-Beds
- Mattresses & Box Springs
- Painted Furniture
Heating & Cooling
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- Air Conditioners
- Ducting & Vents
- Forced Air Furnaces
- Water Heaters (never installed)
Reuse or Recycle Elsewhere
- Previously Installed Water Heaters
Home Decor
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- Artwork
- Mirrors
Reuse or Recycle Elsewhere
- Candles
- Linens & Textiles
- Throw Pillows
Insulation
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Must be bagged in original wrapping.
- Blow In Insulation
- Insulation Batts
- Rigid Insulation
Reuse or Recycle Elsewhere
- Loose Insulation
- Previously Used Insulation
Lighting
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Please include mounting hardware (when applicable).
- Light Fixtures
- Lamps
Reuse or Recycle Elsewhere
- Ceiling Fans
- Fluorescent Fixtures
- Fluorescent Bulbs
- Used Light Bulbs
Lumber & Trim
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All lumber and trim must be at least 6 feet long and free of paint, nails, or screws.
- Dimensional Lumber
- Unused Trim
Reuse or Recycle Elsewhere
- Any shorter than 6 ft.
- Painted Lumber & Trim
- Used Trim
Paint Recycling
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We partner with PaintCare to recycle leftover house paints in containers of up to 5 gallons. All containers must have the original manufacturer’s printed label on the container and must be covered with a secured lid.
- Latex House Paint
- Oil-Based House Paint
- Stain
- Varnish
Reuse or Recycle Elsewhere
- Aerosols (spray paint or other spray products)
- Containers without original labels
- Containers that are leaking or empty
- Products designed for industrial or non-architectural use
- Solvents
Plumbing
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- Bathroom Hardware
- Kitchen Sinks
- Pedestal Sinks
- Utility Sinks
Reuse or Recycle Elsewhere
- Jetted Bathtubs
- Shower Doors
- Toilets
- Used Fiberglass Tubs
- Used Shower Stalls
Roofing
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All roofing must be unused and in original packaging.
- Roll Roofing
- Shingles (min. 2 bundles)
- Tar Paper Rolls
Reuse or Recycle Elsewhere
- Previously used roofing
- Small and/or mismatched quantities
Sheet Goods
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Sheet goods must be 4 feet x 4 feet or larger.
- Drywall
- Plywood
- Siding
Reuse or Recycle Elsewhere
- Smaller than 1/2 Sheet
- Sheets that are not rectangular or square
Tile
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- Tiles (min. 50sq. ft. and matching)
- Glass Blocks (must be free of mortar)
Reuse or Recycle Elsewhere
- Small or mismatched quantities
Tools
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- Hand Tools
- Power Tools (must be working and include cord/battery)
Reuse or Recycle Elsewhere
- Power tools that are missing cords/batteries
- Tool sets that are missing pieces
Windows
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- Vinyl Frame Windows (6 ft. or smaller)
Reuse or Recycle Elsewhere
- Non-Vinyl Frame Windows
- Windows Larger than 6 ft.
- Window Screens
- Windows with Broken or Damaged Glass
Yard & Garden
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- Gardening Tools
- Grills (clean inside without propane tank)
Reuse or Recycle Elsewhere
- Gas Powered Equipment and Tools
- Propane Tanks
You may be able to donate the below items to another organization or a local recycling center. Check out King County’s recycling guide here.
- Apparel, Clothing & Footwear
- Baby Furniture & Car Seats
- Bedding and Linens
- Blu Rays, CDs, & DVDs
- Dishes, Serveware & Cookware
- Toilets
- Electronics
- Mattresses & Box Springs