Acceptable Donations
Learn what items Goodwill can accept to help support our mission. Your gently used clothing, household goods, electronics, and more help stock our thrift stores and fund job training, employment services, and community programs across Oregon.
Donate to Goodwill Donation Centers in Oregon
When you donate to Goodwill Industries of Lane and South Coast Counties, your gently used items are sold in our thrift stores to help fund free job search assistance, career training, and vocational services in your local community.
Thrift store donations made at Goodwill donation centers in Oregon residents rely on directly support programs that help individuals gain skills, find employment, and build brighter futures.
If your items are clean, usable, and in good condition, they can often be donated and given a second life.
What Items Can I Donate?
Goodwill donation centers accept a wide variety of gently used items that can be resold in our thrift stores. Common acceptable donations include:
- Backpacks and purses
- Books and media
- Cameras
- Clothing and accessories
- Computers and computer accessories
- Used Furniture (in sellable condition)
- Kitchenware and household goods
- Shoes
- Sports and camping equipment
- Toys
- Video game consoles and gaming equipment
- And much more!
Your donations help keep usable items out of landfills while supporting job training and employment services across Oregon communities.
Donations We Cannot Accept
Due to safety, environmental, and disposal regulations, Goodwill cannot accept the following items at our donation centers:
- Aerosol or pressurized cans
- Baby furniture
- Bio-hazard materials
- Construction or building materials
- Firearms or explosives
- Hot water heaters
- Household chemicals or cleaners
- Large appliances
- Mattresses and box springs
- Paint
- Propane tanks
- Tires
- Trash or garbage
- Wet or damaged goods
If you are unsure whether an item can be donated, please contact your local Goodwill donation center in Oregon before visiting.
Donate A Vehicle
If you’re looking to donate a vehicle in Eugene, Goodwill makes the process simple and impactful. Donating your car, truck, motorcycle, or RV helps fund job training and employment programs that support individuals working to build brighter futures in our community.
Why Donate to Goodwill?
Donating to Goodwill does more than clear space in your home. Every item donated helps fund:
- Job training programs
- Employment assistance services
- Career development support
- Community workforce programs
Revenue generated from donated goods sold in our Goodwill thrift stores allows us to provide services that help individuals overcome barriers to employment.
Your donation helps create opportunities in communities across Lane County, Coos County, and Curry County.
Find a Goodwill Donation Center Near You
Goodwill donation centers are conveniently located throughout Lane County and the southern Oregon coast, making it easy to donate clothing, furniture, electronics, and household items.
If you’re searching for Goodwill donation centers Oregon, our locations provide a simple way to donate items while supporting job training programs in your community.
Quick Donation Tips
To help our team process donations quickly:
- Ensure items are clean and in usable condition
- Pack donations in bags or boxes when possible
- Avoid donating items on the restricted list
Thank you for supporting Goodwill and helping strengthen our communities.
Tax Benefits of Donating to Goodwill
Donating items to Goodwill donation centers in Oregon may qualify as a tax-deductible charitable contribution. When you donate clothing, furniture, household goods, and other items in good condition, you may be eligible to claim the value of those donations on your tax return.
Goodwill is a nonprofit organization, and donations made to our Goodwill thrift stores and donation centers help fund job training programs and employment assistance services throughout the community.
When you donate items, you can request a donation receipt to keep for your tax records. The value of your donation is typically determined by the fair market value of the items you donate.
For specific tax guidance or questions about deducting charitable contributions, please consult a qualified tax professional or refer to IRS guidelines for charitable donations.