Laurel Advocacy & Referral Services (LARS) provides a local Maryland option for reusable estate property. LARS identifies books as an in-kind need for keeping its Little Library stocked and periodically accepts new toys and games during the holiday season. The organization specifically states that clothing is not currently needed because it lacks storage and cleaning facilities, so executors should not use this location for estate clothing.

Physical donations are accepted at the back of the building during open hours; donors should ring the back doorbell and should not leave items outside. Accepted goods support LARS programs serving Laurel-area households experiencing hardship. For executors and families clearing a residence, this can be a practical outlet for qualifying items that are still usable but are not being distributed to beneficiaries or sold by the estate. Save a trip! Call Laurel Advocacy & Referral Services (LARS) first to confirm hours and that they are accepting what you’re bringing.