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YOUR DONATIONS CHANGE LIVES.

GIVE GOODS.

CREATE OPPORTUNITY. 

Thank you to our donors! 

When you donate to Goodwill of Colorado, you’re doing more than decluttering your home. You’re helping transform the lives of nearly 150,000 Coloradans each year. 

From providing job training and placement services to fostering sustainable practices and community partnerships, every action represents a shared commitment to building a brighter future for all Coloradans.

Together, we’re neighbors helping neighbors, creating brighter futures for our communities. 

This is the impact you are having. These are the faces you are helping.

 

YOUR IMPACT BY THE NUMBERS:

1.3 MILLION

Over the last decade, we have empowered more than 1.3 million Coloradans to live with greater independence. 

 

65%

65% of Goodwill of Colorado’s social enterprise team members have a barrier to employment.  

1.8 BILLION

Over the last decade, we have received, recycled or repurposed nearly 1.8 billion pounds of donated items.

Donating FAQs

What can I donate to Goodwill of Colorado?

– Books and media
– Jewelry
– Electronic Items (no televisions)
– Computers (or printers, scanners, or peripherals, working or not)
– Household items
– Antiques and collectibles
– Shoes, belts and accessories
– Clothing and linens
– Furniture
– Household décor
– Lamps and light fixtures
– Musical instruments
– Crafts and crafting supplies
– Appliances and other housewares
– Sporting goods, games, toys and bikes
– Exercise equipment and accessories
– Hand tools and small power tools
– Gardening and lawn care equipment
– Pet accessories and supplies
– Vehicles
– Mattresses

What can I NOT donate?

Televisions
Gas cans or gas powered items that contain gas
Broken, stained or worn furniture
Paint, cleaning supplies, or other hazardous materials
Mattresses, box springs, bed pillows, and water bed components
Construction materials, plumbing or building supplies
Automobile parts or tires
Hot water heaters, water softeners, and furnaces
Inoperable or damaged appliances

Can I recycle computers for free?

Recycle your unwanted computers—any brand, any condition—at a Goodwill of Colorado Donation Center, thanks to our partnership with Dell™.

Dell Reconnect accepts these items, of any brand, in any condition:

– Monitors

– Desktops

– Laptops

– Tablets

– Printers

– Scanners

– Hard drives (internal or external)

– Keyboards

– Mice

– Speakers

– Cords and cables

– Webcams

– Printers

– Software

Donating Tips

DO:
– Separate clothing from household items in boxes or bags
– Wash or dry-clean clothing. Keep shoes paired with a rubber band
– Wrap breakable items in newspaper and place in boxes
– Test electrical equipment (wrap cords around items) and battery-operated items
Include all pieces and parts to children’s games and toys
– Clean computer hard drives of personal/business information and include the operating system

DON’T:
– Leave items unattended outside a donation center
– Donate broken or soiled items
– Give items that have been recalled, banned or do not meet current safety standards. For more information, visit the Consumer Product Safety Commission

Is Goodwill of Colorado a nonprofit?

Yes! Goodwill of Colorado is a registered nonprofit charity. When you make a charitable donation to Goodwill, you’re directly supporting job training, education, and community programs for people across the state. Your donated goods don’t just get a second life—they help change lives.

Is my donation tax deductable?

Because no goods or services were provided in exchange for your material goods, your donations may be tax-deductible. Federal law states that donated clothing and household goods must be in “good usable condition or better” in order to qualify for a tax deduction. IRS regulations prohibit charitable organizations from establishing or affirming the value of contributions. Because Every tax situation is unique, please consult with your tax professional.

Click here to download the material donations receipt for you to list each item and assign it a value for every time you donate.

 

Where to Donate Items:

Goodwill of Colorado is proud to offer 53 Donation Centers throughout Colorado. Your generous donations and purchases help thousands of people in your local community each year. Together, we change lives for good. Thank you!

For information on each location, please CLICK on the icons on the map above or click here for individual store hours and addresses.

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