Donating Goods?
We prefer all drop-off donations are made by appointment.
To treat our clients with dignity and respect, we cannot accept items that are stained, worn out, torn, scratched, chipped, broken, missing parts or have pet fur. We can only accept furniture that will fit in a small apartment and can be carried up a narrow staircase. Disposing of items comes at a cost that takes away from our ability to serve clients. We will inspect items before accepting and reserve the right to decline anything that would not suit our clients. Please print our guidelines.
We can only pick up in the following towns: Burlington, Lexington, Lynnfield, Melrose, North Reading, Reading, Stoneham, Wakefield, Wilmington, Winchester, and Woburn. For liability reasons, we will not enter a home to pick up donations. Items must be in an accessible outside area (garage, driveway, curb etc.).
If you have spoken with us, please click here to submit upholstered furniture pictures.
New Bedding Needed
You can purchase bedding and drop them off at our Reading location. Or we can do the shopping with your generous donation.
Items Accepted for Donation
Furniture – No Glass
Bureaus/Dressers (max 5′ wide, 5′ height)
Nightstands
Adjustable Metal Bed Frames
Kitchen/Dining Chairs and Table (max. table length 54″ without leaves, must be 2+ chairs, no pedestal tables)
Coffee and End tables
Bookcases (max height 5′)
Student Desks (max width 3′)
TV Stands (NOT entertainment centers)
The following items require a photo sent to info@missionofdeeds.org before scheduling:
Living Room Chairs
Recliner Chairs
Lift Chairs
Kitchen
Pots and Pans
Flatware/Utensils/Knives
Everyday Dishes (Corelle)
Glasses (dishwasher safe)
Mugs (dishwasher and microwave safe)
Baking Pans
Mixing Bowls
Coffee Makers/Tea Kettles
Toasters/Toaster Ovens
Blenders/Mixers
NEW Dish Towels/Pot Holders
Microwaves
Grocery Store Gift Cards
Linens (only NEW linens accepted)
NEW Bed Pillows
NEW Full/Queen Sheets
NEW Full/Queen Blankets
NEW Full/Queen Comforters
NEW Twin Sheets
NEW Twin Blankets
NEW Twin Comforters
NEW Towels/Face Cloths
Children’s Items
Books in English & Spanish
DVDs
Pack ‘n Plays
Household Items
Lamps with Shades
Upright Vacuums
Clocks/Alarm Clocks
Irons/Ironing Boards
These Items Are NOT Accepted
Furniture (cannot accept)
Sleep/Recliner/Sectional Sofas
Headboards and Footboards
Entertainment Centers
TV Cabinets
Mattresses and Box Springs
Platform Beds/Trundle Beds
Folding Cots/Rollaway Beds
Bunk Bed Frames
Office Desks/Office Furniture
Rocking Chairs
Hutch
Bar Stools
Electronics (cannot accept)
Large Appliances (e.g. refrigerator)
Air Conditioners
Stereos
Computers, Monitors, Printers
Children’s Items (cannot accept)
Cribs
Car Seats
Toddler Beds
Children’s Furniture
Toys
Stuffed Animals
Miscellaneous (cannot accept)
Clothing (except new winter coats accepted
November 1-April 1 for Coat Drive)
Food
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
Heaters
Fans
Pressure Cookers
Hope Chests
Medical (cannot accept)
Walkers, Commodes, and Crutches
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.
