Resources to keep your organized!
Below is a list of local resources and our favorite small businesses to help you get rid of your unwanted items and clutter
BOOKS
Re-Book It
The donations benefits libraries, schools, hospitals, at-risk children and the Last Bookstore.
Location: Free book pickup in LA county
Website: https://www.rebookit.org/
Discover Books
Discover Books has recycled over 500 million pounds of paper, saving thousands of books from ending up in the landfill.
Location: Use their drop off locator to find your local bin
Website: https://www.discoverbooks.com/
book driver
Offering a free pick-up service for as many as 300 books at a time, Book Driver use donated books to raise funds for local literacy programs as well as shipping them to various Friends of the library organizations across the United States.
Location: Pick up from anywhere in Los Angeles, CA by filling in this form
Website: http://www.bookdriver.net/about-us/book-driver-losangeles/
children’s book world
Location: 10580 ½ West Pico Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90064
Website: http://www.childrensbookworld.com/book-recycling-center/
american book drive
This organization’s business model is to sell donated books online and use the funds raised to benefit charities within Los Angeles and the surrounding counties.
Location: Pick up from anywhere in Los Angeles or go here to enter your zip and find your nearest drop-off bin.
Website: http://www.americanbookdrive.com/donating-los-angeles-used-books-questions-and-answers/index.asp
BOOK ENDS
This organization is specifically looking for children’s books, which are then redistributed through local literacy projects
Location:
PATH, 340 Madison, Los Angeles, CA 90004.
Under the Sea, 204 South Sepulveda Blvd., Manhattan Beach,CA 90266.
Website: https://bookends.charityfinders.com/how-to-donate-books
CLOTHING & HOUSEHOLD ITEMS
national council of jewish women (ncjw) / Council thrift stores
The values of the National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW) “are based upon respect for the dignity of all human beings and the pursuit of justice through education and awareness.” They serve many of our Los Angeles public schools with their after-school homework clubs, “Light Up a Library” Program, and more.
Location: Six location in the LA area with pick-up currently available
Website: https://www.ncjwla.org/store-location-and-hours/
Goodwill southern california
Goodwill was established in Southern California more than one hundred years ago. Their mission has been to “transform lives through the power of work.”
Location: Multiple locations - check their website to see which ones are accepting donations
Website: https://www.goodwillsocal.org/donate/donation-center-locator/
union rescue mission
The Union Rescue Mission has been in operation for over a hundred years and assists men, women, and children experiencing homelessness. They ask that all donated clothing be cleaned and ready to wear.
Location: 545 S. San Pedro St., Los Angeles, CA 90013
Website: https://urm.org/donation/gifts-in-kind/products/
upward bound house
Upward Bound House is working to “eliminate homelessness among families with children…” They accept donations of NEW children’s clothing and shoes.You must call to secure a drop off time.
Location: 1020 12th St., Santa Monica, CA 90403
Website: https://www.upwardboundhouse.org/
San Fernando Valley Rescue Mission
The San Fernando Valley Rescue Mission was established in 1998 to serve the needs of homeless men, women, and children in the San Fernando Valley. They accept donations of new and/or gently used clothing (all sizes).
Location: 8756 Canby Ave., Northridge, CA 91325
Website: https://sfvrescuemission.org/
Alexandria House
Alexandria House was founded in 1996 and is a non-profit transitional residence and house of hospitality. They provide “safe and supportive housing for women and children in the process of moving from emergency shelters to economic stability and permanent housing.”
Location: 426 S. Alexandria Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90020
Website: https://www.alexandriahouse.org/
HAZARDOUS WASTE
Permanent collection centers offer a convenient, free method for Los Angeles County residents to properly dispose household hazardous and electronic waste (HHW/e-waste). Residents can drop off items such as paint, solvents, chemicals, computers, batteries, cell phones, fluorescent lights, etc.
City of Los Angeles S.A.F.E. Permanent Collection Centers usual hours of operation are Saturdays, and Sundays, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Click HERE to see a list of locations.
The Burbank Recycle Center: 500 South Flower Street, Burbank
HOURS: Monday – Friday 8am – 5pm and Saturday 8a-4p
hazawaytoday.com
For a small fee, they will come to you and remove the unwanted hazardous waste materials in your home or office.
Website: https://hazawaytoday.com/
JUNK MAIL
Opt-Out Prescreen
This is a web form that lets you opt in or out of receiving credit card offers. You can choose between a period of 5 years or permanent removal.
Opt out of CatalogChoice
CatalogChoice is a free service that helps you opt out of catalogs you don’t want.
FURNITURE & CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS
habitat for humanity
Habitat accepts large quantities of in-kind donations such as building materials, appliances, and more. A few examples of items we need include skilled professionals in the areas of plumbing, HVAC, and electrical work; new construction materials such as siding, roofing materials, flooring, electrical supplies.
Website: https://www.habitatla.org/support-us/donate/in-kind-donations/
L.A. SHARES
L.A. SHARES is a nonprofit material reuse program that receives donations of reusable goods and materials (both new and slightly used) from the local business community and redistributes these items free-of-charge to nonprofits and schools throughout the city of Los Angeles.
Website: https://www.lashares.org/
moving families forward
Moving Families Forward provides free furniture and household items to Los Angeles families in need who are moving from homelessness and temporary living situations into permanent housing. Call to schedule a free pickup.
PAPER SHREDDING
Your local FedEx and Staples both charge by the pound of paper.
medications
Website to search where to dispose of unused medications in California: https://www.dca.ca.gov/webapps/pharmacy/takeback_search.php
RECYCLING
CONSIGNMENT
Here are some popular options to sell your clothing and other household items.
Thredup | Mercari |The Real Real | Tradesy | Chairish | Facebook Marketplace
Poshmark (save $10 with referral code: CHEFSARAH15
FLAGS
Did you know? When your flags become worn there is a proper way to dispose of them. Go to Star Spangled Flags to find the nearest drop off location.