We strongly suggest people call ahead when they have items they'd like to donate as our policies are subject to change at any time.

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We do very much appreciate your donations; however, due to space limitations, there are some items we cannot accept.



Please read through our list below, as this list was recently updated.


We are  currently accepting donations.


Before bringing in donations to the store

please read our policies below:


Thrift Store

Donations Policies

Please make sure everything is clean, and free of odors, stains, and holes.

We are able to take: 2 bags or box of donations per donation day

(no bags larger than 30 gallon garbage bags will be accepted)

No donations may be left after hours, all donations must be approved before left in the store.

Please be respectful of our donation policies.

Donation Days:  Wednesdays thru Fridays 10 am to 5 pm 

Saturdays  10 am to 4 pm

        unless otherwise posted



***H.O.P.E. is not able to offer pick up services for donations.****


*Please note:

Once donations are left, they become the property of H.O.P.E.








Items we can accept:

(Preferably seasonal items)

Clothing:

Men’s / Women’s

  • Tops
  • Sweatshirts/hoodies
  • Pajamas
  • Pants
  • Dresses

 Kids Clothing

  • Tops
  • Sweatshirts/hoodies
  • Pajamas
  • Pants


 

Household Items:

  •  All glass and or sharp items need to be packaged separately for our safety


Free of stains, odors, holes, washed

  • Complete Sheet sets
  • Blankets
  • Towels/Bathroom linens


Clean and in working conditions

  •  Small appliances
  • Toasters
  • Coffee makers
  • Hand mixers


  • Complete dish sets
  • (microwaveable only)
  • Baking dishes/bakeware
  • Household Décor
  • Lamps/Lamp shades


  •  Puzzles (with all the pieces)
  •  Board Games (with all the pieces)
  •  Books (no older than 10 years)
  • Romance
  • Mystery
  • Young Adult
  • Children's
  •  DVDs


  •  Kid toys (with all the pieces, working condition, nothing bulky)
  • Small baby gear


Furniture: Call for pre-approval, or fill out our online contact form here


Items we cannot accept:

  • Yard Sales: any items left after holding a yard sale
  • Used underwear
  • China dishes - full or incomplete sets
  • Dishes that are not microwave or dishwasher safe
  • Christmas decorations (unless they are new)
  • VHS, cassette tapes
  • TVs
  • Any recalled item, or that are no longer safe to use
  • This includes:
  • recalled/expired baby gear
  • Car seats, cribs, etc.
  • Helmets


  • Electronics that are not complete/do not work 
  • Out-of-date microwaves, ac units, humidifiers 


  • Computers and computer components
  • Loose cords, out-of-date phone chargers, ethernet cords, phone cords.
  • Encyclopedias, text books, and books published more than 10 years ago
  • Broken items or items in need of repair
  • Skis, ski boots and large exercise equipment
  • Clothing hangers (plastic or metal)
  • Personal-care items, unless new or unused
  • Building supplies (tools, hardware, etc.)
  • Toys that are broken or missing parts
  • Expired food/open food

 

** PLEASE DO NOT LEAVE

DONATIONS OUTSIDE **


       Thank you for following our donation policies.


Sincerely,

 H.O.P.E. Staff


Remember all contributions to H.O.P.E. are tax-deductible.

Monetary donations may be sent to:
H.O.P.E. Mailing Address
136 Church Street 
Lyndonville, VT 05851

Visit our store at:
136 Church St.
Lyndonville VT 05851
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