What we can accept

The Clothes-Line accepts donations from community residents, which can be dropped off from 9am to 9pm at the back door. The following list will assist you in determining which of your donations are appropriate for our organisation.

All clothing that is clean and in good repair (we have off-season storage)
Socks, underwear, belts
Shoes, boots and purses that are in good shape
Books – all children’s that are in good condition; and adult and non-fiction books that are no more than 5 years old
Household items – sheets, towels, blankets, tablecloths
Small household items – knick-knacks, glasses, utensils, dishes, pots
Craft supplies – wool, patterns, fabrics (if larger pieces)
Curtains, drapes in good condition
Toys and puzzles that are complete
Curling irons and blow dryers in good shape
High chairs, strollers – that pass current safety standards
Sporting goods – skates, soccer shoes, baseball equipment
Suitcases that are clean, backpacks
School and office supplies
Seasonal items – Christmas and Halloween decorations
Seasonal clothing – suitable for Christmas or Halloween

Furniture – of any kind, including baby furniture – mattresses, cribs, walkers, car seats, older style gates
Electronic items such as stereos, VCRs, televisions
Toasters, microwaves
Encyclopedias, text books, magazines more than 1 year old
Records, eight-tracks
Telephones, answering machines, electric or manual typewriters
Items that are broken or damaged
Items that are soiled or stained
Tires, propane tanks, paint cans, batteries or other hazardous waste
Home preserves – good food is put aside for the Food Bank
Bicycles and damaged helmets
Crutches, splints and other medical supplies
Exercise equipment – rowing machines, stationary bikes
Blinds, large valances, curtain rods
Ceiling light fixtures that require wiring in
Used architectural fittings such as sinks, doors
Computers, printers, fax machines