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. Blood drive schedules at (800) 448–3543 or
www.wc-redcross.org V
4624 Packard [map]
971–5300
Ann Arbor PTO Thrift Shop
Accepts used clothing, household goods, jewelry, and small appliances to sell to raise funds for participating Ann Arbor public schools. Donations accepted Mon.–Fri. 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
www.a2ptothriftshop.org2280 South Industrial [map]
996–9155
Ann Arbor Thrift Shop
Used clothing, jewelry, shoes, toys, books, household goods, and small appliances accepted starting the 11th day of each month. Proceeds support community service organizations and provide emergency aid for individuals through social service agencies. Mon.–Sat. 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
www.annarborthriftshop.org3530 Washtenaw [map]
662–6771
Gift of Life Michigan
Houses the Michigan Organ Donor Registry and works for donation-friendly laws.
info@giftoflifemichigan.org,
www.giftoflifemichigan.org3861 Research Park Dr. [map]
(800) 482–4881
House by the Side of the Road
Accepts clothing, small household items, bedding, toys, and cribs (no other furniture). Clients served Mon.–Fri. (except holidays) 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Donations accepted by appointment.
VWashtenaw 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 Sat. 9–11:30 a.m. Items must be in working order and salable. Proceeds support Kiwanis community service projects. Pickup service by appointment for special items. www.
aakiwanis.org200 S. First [map]
665–0450
ReStore (Habitat for Humanity)
Accepts used building materials, furniture, working appliances, tools. Mon.–Fri. 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Sat. 8 a.m.–4 p.m. Proceeds provide affordable housing for county families.
www.h4h.org/restore.html170 Aprill [map]
822-1530
ReUse Center (Recycle Ann Arbor)
Accepts reusable building materials, furniture, books, sporting goods, household goods and fixtures, and working appliances and electronics. Donations accepted Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
www.recycleannarbor.org2420 South Industrial [map]
222-7880
SOS Community Services
Accepts nonperishable foods, personal hygiene items, housewares, infant care and children-s items, 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
Accepts used clothing, toys, furniture, housewares, jewelry, and more. 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 V581 State Cir. [map]
994-4420
Shelter Association of Washtenaw County
Accepts toiletries, linens, medications, and medical supplies. Drop-off daily 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 used clothing and small household items in good condition. Proceeds fund food, housing, and medical expenses for those in need. Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
V1001 Broadway [map]
761-1400
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