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New Year, Less Stuff: Where to Donate Unused Items Near You

December 27 2023

During the holiday break, many locals are taking advantage of the extra time to tackle a few honey-do's on their list, such as decluttering the home. But what to do with all of your unused items? Donate them close to home!

Donating unused items to local nonprofits not only declutters your home, but also helps neighbors in need. Whether it's clothing that no longer fits, home appliances that are rarely used, or toys that your children have outgrown, these items can make a significant difference in someone else's life. This act of giving not only fosters a sense of community but also promotes sustainability by giving a second life to items that would otherwise be discarded. It's a practical way to embody the holiday spirit of sharing and caring.

These local nonprofits regularly accept unused items, which are either given to those who need a helping hand or resold to generate revenue for programs that support our neighbors in need. Before stopping by with your items, confirm holiday donation drop-off hours.

Angel's Attic Benefitting Cypress Assistance Ministries

Cypress Assistance Ministries (CAM) provides family assistance largely through donations from the community. Donating your gently used household items to Angel's Attic including kitchen items, furniture, toys, books, small electrical appliances, and clothing is a terrific way to support CAM! CAM is located at 12930 Cypress N Houston in Cypress and is open Monday through Saturday 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. To learn more about CAM, visit their website or call 281-955-7684. Follow them on Facebook to stay in the loop on sales and special events!

The Hope Chest Resale Market Benefitting Cy-Hope

The Hope Chest Resale Market is a 25,000 square-foot warehouse and shopping area located at 12015 Barker Cypress Road in Cypress that benefits the programs of Cy-Hope making life better for kids in our community. Don't miss the chance to experience this unique marketplace that breaks the mold of the traditional resale store! Cy-Hope accepts gently used items and program supplies donation. Donations can be dropped off daily through Saturday, December 30 from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM.

For more information on program supplies donations, please call the Cy-Hope office at 713-466-4673. For gently used item donations, c lick here to see what items The Hope Chest accepts. To arrange a large item donation pick-up, please click here. Follow them on Facebook to stay in the loop on sales and special events!

Habitat for Humanity Northwest Harris County

Material donations are taken by appointment only at this time. Please call 281-890-5585 to find out if they accept the items that you have available at their location - and to schedule a donation appointment. You may also email donate@thehabitatrestore.org. For more information on ways to donate, please visit habitatnwhc.org/ways-to-help/donate/donate.html.

Northwest Assistance Ministries

Your high-quality items help keep NAM's ministry flowing and the community going. So next time you or your friends want to clean out your closets, you can donate your high quality clothes, furniture and/or household items to support their work of helping our neighbors in need. NAM is located at 15555 Kuykendahl Roadand they accept donations Tuesday to Thursday from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM and Friday from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. For more information about donating your gently used items to NAM, please visit namonline.org/donations. Follow them on Facebook to stay in the loop on sales and special events.

By Tiffany Krenek, My Neighborhood News

Tiffany Krenek has been on the My Neighborhood News team since August 2021. She is passionate about curating and sharing content that enriches the lives of our readers in a personal, meaningful way. A loving mother and wife, Tiffany and her family live in the West Houston/Cypress region.

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