Tips for Charity Donation Pick Ups
Charities can be selective, understandably, about what items they accept and what areas they serve. Following are some tips to help make your donation process easier:
- Plan and book your pick up several weeks ahead for your donation deadline.
- Educate yourself on what charities will accept your items. You may need to schedule more than 1 charity pick up.
- Learn what causes the charities support – maybe you have a favorite cause you prefer to donate to!
- Day Before Pick Up: Have your items packaged and set out. Most charities require you to set items outside your home or in your garage, due to insurance restrictions.
If you have last minute needs and no pick up is available, some options are:
- Rent a truck or van from Home Depot, UHaul or Zipcar and do it yourself. This is a good option if you have only 1-2 stops or plenty of extra time to make more stops.
- Hire a hauling service. The great thing about hiring a service is that they will take everything, including your garbage and undonatables, for a flat rate. They sort everything back at home base and deliver it respectively.
Here are a few Northwest Charities who Provide Pick Ups:
Unclutter
Make Room to Thrive
Personal space is important to a healthy mind. Amy will help you create systems and put everything in its place for those in throes of residential woes.
Relocate
Your Move Done for You
You've got a busy life there! Amy can handle all aspects of your move for you -- from planning and packing to new home or office set up.
Maintain
Keep Moving Forward
You are on a roll, so don't lose that momentum. Amy will handle the paperwork, errands, and skillfully keep that ball from dropping like a brick.
Assist
Organize the Flow
CEOs from all walks are notorious for not delegating. Let Amy be your "MoneyPenny" or "Pepper Potts" to keep your projects on course and on time.
I liked your tip to plan and book your donation date several weeks ahead of time. You also mentioned that you should educate yourself on what charities will accept your items. I think it’s a good idea to choose a donation company that you know will put your car to good use.