Living in New York comes with a fast-paced lifestyle—and sometimes that means our apartments, brownstones, and homes start to fill up with stuff we no longer need. But before you toss everything to the curb, pause and consider this: Decluttering can actually do good when you donate the right items to the right places.
At the Quick Junk Squad, we offer donation pickups across Long Island, New York City and surrounding boroughs, helping you clear your space and give back at the same time. But not everything can be donated—and knowing what’s accepted saves everyone time and effort.
Let’s break it down:
âś… Items You Can Donate in NYC
Most charities and nonprofit organizations in New York accept gently used items that are clean, functional, and in good condition. Here are some commonly accepted items:
🛋 Furniture
Sofas, chairs, dressers, dining tables, end tables
Bookshelves and small desks
Bed frames (in good condition and fully disassembled)
Note: Mattresses are generally not accepted due to hygiene laws—more on that below.
đź‘• Clothing & Linens
Adult and children’s clothing (clean, wearable)
Shoes and boots (in pairs)
Sheets, blankets, towels, coats, and scarves
đź“š Household Items
Pots, pans, dishes, silverware
Small kitchen appliances (toasters, coffee makers, blenders—must be working!)
Home decor, mirrors, rugs
đź“š Books, Toys, & Games
Children’s books, puzzles, and board games
Educational materials
Toys in good condition (all pieces intact)
đź–Ą Electronics (in working order)
Laptops, tablets, phones
Small TVs, speakers
Printers, monitors
❌ Items You Can’t Donate (And Why)
New York City has strict guidelines for health and safety. Here’s what most donation centers and charities will not accept:
Used mattresses or box springs
Damaged, broken, or heavily worn furniture
Non-working electronics or appliances
Baby cribs, car seats, or walkers (due to safety recalls)
Soiled, ripped, or stained clothing and linens
Open food or hygiene products
Anything with mold, pet damage, or strong odors
Where Your Donations Can Go in NYC
When we pick up donation-ready items, we do our best to deliver them to trusted organizations like:
Housing Works
The Salvation Army
Goodwill NYC
Big Reuse
Local shelters and community outreach programs
We prioritize getting your items into the hands of those who truly need them.
Why Use a Junk Removal Company for Donations?
We know navigating traffic in the Bronx, finding parking in Brooklyn, or hauling furniture down a fifth-floor walk-up in Manhattan isn’t for the faint of heart. That’s where we come in.
We’ll:
Pick up donation-ready items from your home
Sort and deliver them to local nonprofit partners
Dispose of anything that’s not donation-eligible in an eco-friendly way
All you have to do is point—we handle the rest.
Final Tip: “When in Doubt, Leave it Out”
If you’re unsure whether something is donatable, let us assess it during your scheduled junk removal or donation pickup. We’re trained to identify what can be salvaged, what can be donated, and what needs to be responsibly disposed of.
Ready to declutter with purpose?
Call The Quick Junk Squad at 516-229-1677 or book your pickup online. Let’s turn your clutter into a blessing for someone else—the New York way.