ReStore: Donating Materials

Donating Materials

We accept just about everything - including the kitchen sink!

To make a donation, drop it by the store, or call the ReStore at (217) 355-6460 to arrange for pickup. The ReStore is open Mon-Sat 10am-5pm.

For a printable version of our Donation Criteria, click here.

Appliances - Clean and Fully functioning

Washers                         Dish Washers            Cook Tops
Dryers                             Freezers                    Microwaves
Refrigerators                   Ranges                      Air Conditioners

Cabinets

All doors and drawers present No water damage.

Carpet - Minimum 6'x6'

Clean, free of stains, free of visible wear.

Countertops

At least 6 feet long
No cut-outs
No angle joints.

Doors

No LEAD paint No water damage.

Electronics - Fully Functioning

TVs                                     Stereos                             CDs
VCRs                                   Speakers                          DVDs
DVD players                        CD Players                        LPs
DVRs                                   Satalitte Recievers            Cassette Tapes (no home recordings)

Computer Monitors
Computers
Windows 98 or newer
Mac OS 9 or newer

Exercise equipment - In Good Working Condition

Treadmills Weight Benches Hand Weights
Stationary Bikes Stair Steppers Bench Weights

Please contact a manager before bringing in Excercise Equipment (355-6460 or [ email ]).

Furniture

Upholstered - Visibly clean and free of stains, tears, and holes.

Wood - Good condition, all parts present.

Garden supplies

Garden tools                            Plants                   Pavers
Pots                                         Soil                        Bricks
Planters                                   Mulch

Hardware and tools

Clean, organized, and fully functioning.

Household goods - Clean & Ready to Use

Kitchen items                    Framed art                 Holiday decor
Linens                               Picture frames
Lamps                               Home decor
Small appliances
(must be functioning).

Light fixtures and celiing fans

Clean and fully functional, all parts present.

Lumber and trim

Must be at least 6 feet long.

Plumbing and electrical

Clean, complete, and up to code.

Sheet goods - Minimum 4'x4"

Drywall
Plywood
MDF
Paneling

Sinks

No Cracks No Stains

Tile and flooring

Windows

Less than 20 years old With sash and frame.