Donating Goods?
We prefer all drop-off donations are made by appointment.
All donated items should be in good condition, clean, and functional (not broken, stained, ripped, or have animal fur). Please print our guidelines.
New Linens Needed
You can purchase linens and drop them off at our Reading location. Or we can do the shopping with your generous donation.
Items Accepted for Donation
Furniture
Bureaus/Dressers (not excessively large)
Nightstands
Metal Bed Frames
Kitchen/Dining Chairs and Table (max. 54 in. long without leaves)
Sofa/Loveseats (not sleepers or recliners)
Living Room Chairs
Recliner Chairs
Coffee and End tables
Bookcases
Student Desks
Kitchen
Pots and Pans
Silverware/Utensils/Knives
Glasses
Mugs
Baking Pans
Mixing Bowls
Coffee Makers/Tea Kettles
Toasters/Toaster Ovens
Blenders/Mixers
Dish Towels/Pot Holders
Linens (only NEW linens accepted)
Bed Pillows
Full/Queen Sheets
Full/Queen Blankets
Full/Queen Comforters
Twin Sheets
Twin Blankets
Twin Comforters
Towels/Face Cloths
Children’s Items
Books in English & Spanish
DVDs
Toddler Beds
Pack ‘n Plays
Household Items
Lamps with Shades
Microwave Ovens
Vacuums
Framed Artwork
Clocks
Irons/Ironing Boards
Fans
These Items Are NOT Accepted
Furniture (can’t accept)
Mattresses and Box Springs
Sleep Sofas/Recliner Sofas
Platform Beds/Trundle Beds
Folding Cots/Rollaway Beds
Bunk Bed Frames
Office Desks/Office Furniture
Headboards or Footboards
Rocking Chairs
Bar Stools
Electronics (can’t accept)
Large Appliances (i.e., refrigerator)
Air Conditioners
Televisions
Stereos
Computers, Monitors, Printers
Children’s Items (can’t accept)
Cribs
Car Seats
Children’s Furniture (except toddler beds & pack ‘n plays)
Toys
Stuffed Animals
Miscellaneous (can’t accept)
Clothing (except new winter coats accepted November 1-March 1 for Coat Drive)
Food
Out-of-Season Holiday Decorations
Electric Blankets
Duvet Covers
Rugs of Any Size
Curtains, Drapes, and Rods
Window Shades/Blinds
Yard Sale Leftovers
Décor Accessories
Metal Trim Dishes
Stemware/Wine Glasses
Medical (can’t accept)
Walkers, Commodes, Crutches (wheelchairs occasionally accepted)
Donation Drop-Off
Please call to schedule an appointment to drop-off your donation. Leave a voice message if we are unable to take your call. We return every call.
Hours and Location
Monday through Friday: 9:00AM – 4:00PM
Mission of Deeds Inc.
6 Chapin Avenue, Reading, MA 01867
Donation Pick-Up
Our pick-up of donated items is scheduled by appointment only. Please call 781.944.9797 to review what you have and to schedule your pick-up.
All donated goods must be able to be easily carried by two people.
We reserve the right to decline items that we know will not be suitable for our clients’ needs. If you have any questions, please call.
