Ways to Donate
Donate Goods
Donating Goods? Due to COVID-19, and with an abundance of caution, all drop-off donations are made by appointment only. In addition, we are only accepting brand new linens.
Financial Donations will help us to continue to purchase new items as we need them. Please call us if you have questions. Thank you for your continued support!
Please review: List of Items Not Accepted, Donation Drop Off Hours, and Donation Pick Up information below.
Download: Donation Guidelines – List of Items Accepted and Not Accepted (PDF)
Donation Guidelines for Items That We Always Need
All donated items should be in good condition, clean, and functional (not broken, stained, ripped, or have animal fur).
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
At this time, due to COVID-19, we are only accepting brand new linens.
New 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 and Pack ‘n Plays)
Toys
Stuffed Animals
Miscellaneous (Can’t Accept)
Clothing (Except 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 Hours and Where to Donate
Due to COVID-19, please call to set up an appointment to drop off your donation.
Donations are accepted anytime during our normal operating hours. We would appreciate it if you would drop off your donation at least 30 minutes before closing time. However, if you have a large donation let us know in advance by calling us so we can be sure we have enough staff to assist you. Leave a voice message if we are unable to take your call. We return every call.
Hours and Location
Monday through Friday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Mission of Deeds Inc.
6 Chapin Ave Reading, MA 01867
Call: (781) 944-9797
Charity Donation Pick Up – Furniture
Our pick up of donated items is scheduled by appointment only. Please call: (781) 944-9797 to review what you have and add your name to our pick up schedule.
We do not have a donation box outside our facility so any donations must be brought to us during our normal business hours.
All donated goods must be able to be easily carried by two people.
We reserve the right to refuse items that we know will not be suitable for our clients’ needs. We are often outfitting small spaces. If you have any questions, please call.
Other Ways to Support MOD:
- Donate Money Online
- Donate Time: Volunteer
- Host a Drive for Items Most Needed
- Donate Art and Valuables