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Donations

American Red Cross—Washtenaw County Chapter

Open for blood donations (appointments preferred) Mon.–Thurs. 1–7 p.m., Fri. 9 a.m.–3 p.m., Sat. 8 a.m.–2 p.m. Bloodmobile clinics (800–448–3543) serve various locations; see website. www.wc-redcross.org V

4624 Packard [map]
971–5300


Ann Arbor PTO Thrift Shop

Sells used clothing, housewares, toys, sporting goods, and small appliances to raise funds for participating Ann Arbor public schools. Mon.–Fri. 9 a.m.–7 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m.–6 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.–5 p.m. Donations accepted Mon.–Fri. 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.–5 p.m. www.a2ptothriftshop.org

2280 South Industrial [map]
996–9155


Ann Arbor Thrift Shop

Sells used clothing, jewelry, shoes, toys, books, household goods, and small appliances. Donations accepted after the 10th day of each month. Proceeds support community service organizations and provide emergency aid for individuals through social service agencies. Store open Mon.–Sat. 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Donations accepted during business hours. www.annarborthriftshop.org

3530 Washtenaw [map]
662–6771


Gift of Life Michigan

Coordinates organ and tissue donations statewide. Houses Michigan’s Organ, Tissue, & Eye Donor Registry and works for donation-friendly laws. info@giftoflifemichigan.org, www.giftoflifemichigan.org

2203 Platt [map]
(800) 482–4881


House by the Side of the Road

Accepts clothing, small household items, bedding, toys, and cribs (no other furniture). Volunteers mend and sort donated clothing. Clients served Mon.–Fri. (except holidays) 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Donations accepted by appointment. V

Washtenaw County Service Center, 4133 Washtenaw
971–2550


Kiwanis Club of Ann Arbor

Accepts used items including clothing, computers, hardware, sporting goods, toys, books, furniture, kitchenware, and cars. Donated items, which must be in working order and salable, are accepted Sat. 9–11:30 a.m. and sold Sat. 9 a.m.–noon. Proceeds support Kiwanis community service projects. Pickup service by appointment for special items. www.aakiwanis.org

200 S. First [map]
665–0450


ReUse Center (Recycle Ann Arbor)

Accepts reusable building materials, furniture, household fixtures, and working electronics. Mon.–Sat. 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Donations accepted until 4 p.m. www.recycleannarbor.org

2420 South Industrial [map]
662–6288


SOS Community Services

Accepts nonperishable foods, personal hygiene items, housewares, infant care items, children’s supplies, office supplies, and holiday items. Donors asked to estimate value of donations. Wish list available on website. Arrange drop-off time and place by phone or email. brendab@soscs.org, www.soscs.org U, V


Brenda Baylis, 484–9905


Salvation Army

Collects and sells used clothing, toys, furniture, housewares, jewelry, and more. Retail store open Mon.–Sat. 9 a.m.–9 p.m. Donations accepted Mon.–Sat. 9 a.m.–9 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.–5 p.m. For furniture pickup, call (313) 965–7760. www.sawashtenaw.org

1621 S. State [map]
332–3474


Scrap Box

Welcomes donations from businesses (remnants, samples, promotional material, seconds, and display materials) and from individuals (beads, spools, yarn, plastic caps, clean fabric, buttons, and seashells). Materials are sold by the bag for art and craft projects. Tues.–Fri. 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.–2 p.m. www.scrapbox.org V

581 State Cir. [map]
994–4420


Shelter Association of Washtenaw County

Accepts toiletries, linens, and medical supplies (including medications). Drop-off 6 a.m.–11 p.m. Wish list online. shelterassociation@ewashtenaw.org, www.annarborshelter.org V

Robert J. Delonis Center, 312 W. Huron
662–2829, ext. 221

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St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store

Accepts and resells used clothing and household items in good condition. Proceeds from sales go toward food, housing, and medical expenses for those in need who meet screening requirements. Mon.–Wed., Fri., & Sat. 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Thurs. 10 a.m.–7 p.m. V

1001 Broadway [map]
761–1400


 
 
 

 

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