Donate Furniture
*** Donation Drop-offs ***
Keeping everyone safe is our primary goal. As a result we are open for drop-off donations only. No pick-ups are being scheduled at this time.
You must have an appointment to drop off items, and we limit the items that we accept. Please read the guidelines below to see what we take and don't take, and then use the following link to schedule an appointment.
If you have an open pickup truck, or your items are in the trunk, we will off-load your items. If you have a car, van, SUV, etc, we will offload any easily accessable items, but if they're not easily accessable, you will have to remove the items and place them on our carts. Please plan accordingly.
All donation drop offs will take place outdoors in our parking lot. You must wear a mask and social distancing rules will need to be followed.
Donation Guidelines
Items need to be clean and in good working condition.
We cannot accept items which are broken, torn, stained, covered with pet hair, non-functioning, water-stained, smell like smoke or mold, or are missing parts.
We also do not accept holiday items.
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Bedroom Furniture: (click here)
- Mattresses – (Twin, Full & Queen) in like-new condition only. No stains or which have been regularly used. 8" minimum. These will be carefully inspected before we accept them. No Ikea, Sleep Number, or water-bed mattresses.
- Box-springs – Even if your mattress doesn't meet the above standards, we will still take your box-sping if it is in good condition.
- Metal bed frames (collapsible & has all feet/wheels)
- Headboards & Footboards (No TWIN (we have too many right now), King-sized or antique)
- Toddler beds (No cribs)
- Bunk beds (Must have all hardware. Assembly instructions are helpful)
- Dressers/bureaus
- Nightstands
- Upholstered or Rocking chairs
- Desks: Small student-sized desks only (no secretary desks)
- Bookcases: Small bookcases (under 5 ft tall)
- Lamps with shades (floor or table)
- Framed artwork (Max 3' any dimension)
- Decorative mirrors (Small - must be able to hang on the wall easily)
- Decorative pillows
- Bound rugs – No larger than 8x11 (will be unrolled & inspected)
No Thank You to:
- Oversized items (over 6.5′ tall or wide)
- King-sized headboards
- Headboards with built-in storage/shelves
- Mattresses with any stains or that have been regularly used. No Ikea, Sleep Number, or water-bed mattresses.
- Platform beds, Day beds, Trundle beds, Futons or Cots
- Ikea furniture that requires assembly
- Armoires which are heavy or have been modified to hold a TV
- Baby furniture
- Large desks or Office Furniture
- Wall-mounted furniture, shelves or lamps
- Posters, picture frames or unframed art
- Cedar/Hope chests
- Wicker or rattan furniture
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Livingroom Furniture: (click here)
- Couches and Loveseats (no large sectionals)
- Small Sectional Sofas
- Sleeper Sofas – Mattresses will be inspected
- Recliners, Rocking chairs (No upholstered chairs)
- Lamps with shades – floor or table
- End Tables
- Coffee Tables – Small sizes only
- Low TV Stands
- Sofa Tables
- Desks: Small, student-sized desks (no secretary desks)
- Bookcases: Small Bookcases – under 5 ft tall
- Decorative Pillows
- Bound Rugs (No larger than 8x11. We will unroll & inspect)
- Framed Artwork (max 3' any dimension)
- Decorative Mirrors (must be able to hang on the wall easily)
No Thank You to:
- Upholstered Chairs (we're overflowing with them right now)
- Oversized items
- Large Sectional Sofas
- This-Ends-Up style of furniture
- TV Trays & Magazine Racks
- TV’s, Stereos, Stereo Cabinets, Entertainment Centers or CD Cabinets
- Lift chairs or Office Chairs
- Curio Cabinets or Glass Cabinets
- Posters, Picture Frames or Unframed Art
- Wall Mounted Furniture, Shelves or Lamps
- Office Furniture, Credenzas or File Cabinets
- Outdoor, Porch, Sunroom or Wicker Furniture
- Curtains, Curtain Rods or Shades/Blinds
- Gaming or Drafting Tables
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Kitchen & Dining Room Furniture: (click here)
- Kitchen Tables (6ft max without leaves. No glass tops. Please remove table legs)
- Kitchen chair sets (Only if they come with a table - we're overrun with chairs right now )
- Kitchen Counter Chairs/Bar Stools (minimum of 2 matching)
- Kitchen Hutches
- Kitchen Carts
- Baker’s Rack
No Thank You to:
- Oversized items
- Tables that the legs or base that can’t be removed for storage
- Glass Top Tables
- Individual Kitchen Chairs/Bar Stools
- Folding Tables and Chairs
- TV Trays
- China Cabinets, Glass Top Hutches or Buffets
- Wall-mounted Furniture, Shelves or Lamps
- Vases
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Kitchen Items: (click here)
- Sets of dishwasher safe dishes, glasses & flatware
- Kid Friendly Plastic Dishes & Cups
- Pots & Pans
- Oven Safe Cookware
- Bakeware, Mixing Bowls, Measuring Cups & Spoons
- Cooking Utensils, Kitchen Knives, Cutting Boards
- Colanders
- Can Openers
- Small Trash Cans
- Tea Kettles – Stove Top & Electric
No Thank You to:
- China & Crystal Stemware
- Bar Glasses, Wine Glasses or Wine Racks
- Cannisters
- Non-dishwasher or Non-microwave Safe Items
- Coffee Mugs with logos, Tea Cups & Saucers or Decorative TeaPots
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Kitchen Appliances & Electrical Items: (click here)
- Small Microwaves (Within 5 years old)
- Coffee Pots (No Keurigs)
- Crock Pots with lids
- Toasters & Toaster Ovens
- Blenders
- Mixers
- George Foreman type grills
- Irons & Ironing Boards
- Vacuums
- Fans (Only summer months - must be clean)
- Lamps (Floor and Table)
No Thank You to:
- Any other kitchen appliance not listed above
- Built In Appliances
- Keurig Coffee Makers
- Air conditioners
- Heaters
- Dehumidifiers
- Air Purifiers
- Desk Lamps
- Electronics (computers, TVs, stereos, clock radios, printers, etc)
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Linens - Bedroom, Kitchen & Bathroom: (click here)
*** Please place linens in bags or boxes that can close/stack. If possible, please indicate sizes for things like sheets, blankets, etc. ***
- Sheets, Blankets, Comforters – Crib, Twin, Full & Queen
- New Bed Pillows
- Decorative Pillows
- Tablecloths
- Shower curtains & Hooks
- Shower curtain liners – new only
- Bathroom Towels – including washcloths
- Bathroom Rugs
- Laundry Baskets
- Kitchen Towels
- Oven Mitts
No Thank You to:
- King Size Linens
- Electric Blankets, Bed Skirts, Pillow Shams, Sleeping Blankets or Used Bed Pillows
- Mattress Pads or Mattress Toppers
- Curtains, Curtain Rods, Window Treatments or Blinds/Shades
- Aprons
- Hangers
Donation Drop-Off at our Store
Please click here to schedule an appointment to drop off donations.
We are located at 16 Brent Drive in Hudson.
The entrance to our parking lot is near the top of the hill.
Look for our A-frame sign on the left-hand side.
Click on the following link for a map.
Donation Pick-up
Due to Covid-19, we have discontinued pick-ups for the foreseable future.
However, here are a list of some for-fee companies, who we have partnered with,
who will pick up items and will selectively bring items to Fresh Start.
1-800-Got-Junk (Ashland) - 1-800-468-5865
Green Team Junk Removal - 508-361-0519
Fresh Start Furniture Bank relies heavily on the generosity of individuals, companies and community service groups. In 2020 we expected to furnish the homes of ~600 low income families with over 24,000 pieces of donated furniture and home goods. Covid-19 has slowed that down, but we're still helping a lot of families.
All donations to our organization are tax deductible. Fresh Start Furniture Bank is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit charity.
To help estimate the value of your donation you can check out the Salvation Army Guide, IRS Guide or Goodwill Valuation Guide. We provide a blank donation receipt that you can fill out.
Almost all of your donations are given, for free, to families in need. However, we do consign some items of value which are not suitable for distribution to our customers, such as antiques, in order to help pay for some of our operating expenses.
Revised November, 2020