Donating your dining set may do more than declutter your house; it can help someone in need.
Donating furniture is a great way to not only see an unnecessary item in your household put to good use, but to ensure it goes to someone in need. Often families may need furniture, but cannot afford to buy it due to other critical expenses, such as food, shelter or medicine. If you have a dining set that you no longer need, or are not using, there are numerous ways to donate it in Connecticut and get it to someone who will benefit from your generosity.
Instructions
1. Give the dining set to the Salvation Army. This Christian-based charity resells donated items through their chain of 300 thrift stores, using proceeds to offer assistance to the homeless and those needing a hand during a difficult time. You may visit their website at Use.SalvationArmy.org to find a location near you for donation, or schedule a free pickup of the dining set by calling 1-800-SA-TRUCK (728-7825). Donations are tax deductible.
2. Contact your local Goodwill location to donate the dining set. This organization offers job training and assistance to at-risk individuals and families. Donated items are sold in community thrift stores. You may find the location nearest you by visiting their website at Goodwill.org, or by calling 1-800-741-0186. Your donation is tax deductible.
3. Offer the dining set for free on Craigslist.com. Setting up an account is free and easy; you may then advertise the dining set for free to a family in need. While most "freebies" are donated on a pick-up basis, you can offer to deliver the dining set as part of your donation, if you like.
4. Offer the dining set to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southeastern Connecticut. A furniture pickup can be scheduled by calling 1-877-725-6843. This organization works to pair at-risk kids with a mentoring adult, and any donations given are also tax deductible.
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