St. Peter Thrift Store is a Catholic parish thrift operation in Bingham that accepts donated goods for resale through its community shop. The Diocese of Portland identifies the thrift store and provides a phone number specifically for people who want to donate or volunteer. Proceeds support the St. Peter Food Pantry, linking reusable donated property […]

The Friends of Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library accepts book donations at its Used Book Store during the store’s open season, generally May through November, and only during open hours. Donations are limited to gently used books, DVDs, and CDs in sellable condition. The store does not accept moldy or soiled materials, marked-up books, old travel

Maine Veterans’ Homes accepts qualifying gifts in kind for resident use at its Homes. The organization gives examples such as DVDs, magazines and books and instructs donors to contact the Development Team about current needs and restrictions before making an in-kind contribution. Gifts may be delivered to a Maine Veterans’ Home, and this row represents

Camden Public Library accepts book donations at its Blue Door Book Shed in the Meadow Parking Lot on Atlantic Avenue, normally on Tuesdays from 9 a.m. to noon. Accepted materials include hardcover, paperback, and audio books, plus puzzles bagged inside their boxes. Items must be in good or better condition, and the library generally limits

Maine Veterans’ Homes accepts qualifying gifts in kind for resident use at its Homes. The organization gives examples such as DVDs, magazines and books and instructs donors to contact the Development Team about current needs and restrictions before making an in-kind contribution. Gifts may be delivered to a Maine Veterans’ Home, and this row represents

Ellsworth Public Library accepts donated books and media for possible use in its collection or other library purposes. The library’s donation guidance says small quantities may be brought to the circulation desk, while donors with a large number of items should call ahead and may use the back-door area for assistance. Donation receipts are available,

Maine Veterans’ Homes accepts qualifying gifts in kind for resident use at its Homes. The organization gives examples such as DVDs, magazines and books and instructs donors to contact the Development Team about current needs and restrictions before making an in-kind contribution. Gifts may be delivered to a Maine Veterans’ Home, and this row represents

Franklin County Animal Shelter accepts physical item donations needed for animal care, including scoopable cat litter, bleach, specified cat and dog foods, blankets, towels, paper towels, large dog toys, cat and kitten toys, tennis balls, and used linens such as blankets, towels, and flat sheets. The shelter advises donors to call about current needs or

The Town of Farmington operates a Swap Shop at its Solid Waste/Recycling Facility for Farmington residents and non-resident property owners to leave usable items for reuse by others. Accepted examples include housewares in working order, sporting goods, small appliances, toys in good condition, and tools. The town specifically excludes clothing, upholstered furniture, televisions, mattresses, refrigerators,

Greater Androscoggin Humane Society accepts a range of in-kind supplies for animals and shelter operations. Its current wish list includes cat and dog food, cat litter, pet carriers, toys, fleece blankets, towels, wash cloths, collars, leashes, paper products, laundry detergent, bleach, office supplies, and other specified items. The organization also invites donors to bring certain

Auburn Public Library accepts donations of new books and used books in good condition, along with DVDs and CDs. Donated books should be free of mold, mildew, excessive dirt, major water damage, missing pages, or serious binding damage. The library does not accept encyclopedias, cassette or VHS tapes, computer software, Reader’s Digest condensed books, textbooks,

Orono Health Association Thrift Shop accepts gently used clothing and home goods. Its published examples include art, books, clothing and outerwear, dishware and flatware, linens, puzzles, games and crafts, shoes and boots, sporting goods, toys, yarn and fabric. Donations should be clean and presentable, and the association provides an outside drop box for donations outside