A well-organized donation process helps us support the mission of Mennonite Central Committee more efficiently. You can help by pre-sorting your items and placing them in the labeled containers. View our donation room layout.
Furniture donations are accepted during store hours only at Door 13 — located around the corner from our regular donation area, west of the Volunteer Entrance.
Every donation to Hartville Thrift Shoppe helps fund global relief, development, and peacebuilding through the Mennonite Central Committee (MCC). For financial contributions, please use MCC’s secure donation portal:
(less than 5 years old)
(gently used*)
All furniture and appliance donations are subject to approval by our Donation Attendants. Items must be clean, complete, and in good working order. Unsalable items increase our disposal costs and take away from our mission.
(car seats, etc.)
Furniture without Hardware
(tires, batteries, etc.)
Paint or Chemicals
Clothing, linens (kitchen, bath, bed), drapes, & hangers
Purses, wallets, belts, hats, backpacks
Pillows, stuffed animals, quilts, comforters
Shoes and boots
Fabric, notions, crafting magazines
Framed photography and décor
Every donation counts — but not every item can be accepted. Knowing the guidelines helps us serve more people and reduce waste.
Yes, any item that we cannot sell becomes a real liability in disposal costs. Many new appliances are not designed to be repaired – unfortunately, they must be discarded when they no longer work. Find local facilities for recycling these items wherever possible.
We would welcome the donation of your furniture in good condition, but we are not able to offer trade-ins.
Some animal and bird species are protected by Wildlife Acts. We are not able to handle these items, but suggest that you contact the appropriate government agency.
Government safety standards are enforced on all baby equipment. We do not accept cribs or car seats of any kind because of the potential for accidents and injuries.
Yes, we hold Silent Auctions for items of special value and have many customers looking for antiques and collectibles.
Yes, as long as they are in condition with no rips or stains.
Yes, as long as they are clean and good condition.
