Emma Wallace Whether you are cleaning out your closet or simply looking for a way to give back, there are endless places to donate necessities and goods in Bergen County. With so many charitable organizations, it can be somewhat overwhelming to know where to donate and which types of items. We’ve rounded up a list of local places to donate all kinds of things, from food to clothes to furniture + more. Before dropping anything off, be sure to check each organization’s current donation guidelines, as accepted items and drop-off hours can vary. Read on for a non-exhaustive list of where to donate in Bergen County.
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Clothing, Furniture & Household Goods
Goodwill NYNJ Store & Donation Center | 30 Broadway, Elmwood Park
Donation Drop-Off | Monday–Saturday from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Phone Number | (201) 794-4670
Goodwill NYNJ Store & Donation Center accepts clothing, accessories, household goods, and other gently used items that can be resold to support Goodwill’s mission.
Goodwill NYNJ Outlet Store & Donation Center | 400 Huyler Street, South Hackensack
Donation Drop-Off | Monday–Saturday from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Phone Number | (201) 727-8215
Goodwill NYNJ Outlet Store & Donation Center accepts clothing, household goods, and other gently used items for resale through Goodwill’s outlet and retail operations.
Families for Families | 250 Braen Avenue, Wyckoff
Donation Drop-Off | Tuesday–Thursday from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM; preapproval required for household items and furniture
Phone Number | (201) 499-5622
Families for Families accepts a wide range of donations, including clothing, food, toiletries, cleaning supplies, household goods, and some furniture, to support local families in need.
Midland Park Community Thrift Shop | 85 Godwin Avenue, Midland Park
Donation Drop-Off | Mondays from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM + first Saturday of each month from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Phone Number | (201) 652-7661
Midland Park Community Thrift Shop accepts gently used clothing, shoes, accessories, toys, electronics, linens, books, and household items, with proceeds benefiting local charities.
Habitat For Humanity of Bergen County ReStore | 121 Carver Avenue, Westwood
Donation Drop-Off | Tuesday–Saturday from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Phone Number | (201) 500-5009
Habitat for Humanity of Bergen County ReStore accepts qualifying furniture, appliances, building materials, tools, home décor, and other household items, with proceeds supporting affordable housing efforts.
Advance Housing | 64 E Midland Avenue, Paramus
Donation Drop-Off | By appointment
Phone Number | (201) 488-2525
Advance Housing accepts furniture in excellent condition to help furnish homes for people transitioning from shelters into permanent housing.
Bergen County Donation Center | 1 Bergen County Plaza, Hackensack
Donation Drop-Off | By appointment
Phone Number | (201) 336-7420
Bergen County Donation Center accepts donations of clothing, personal care items, and other goods to support individuals staying at Bergen County shelters and in need of assistance.
Mom’s Mission Thrift Store | 208 Main Street, Little Ferry
Donation Drop-Off | Monday–Saturday from 10:30 AM – 6:30 PM
Phone Number | (201) 641-8944
Mom’s Mission Thrift Store accepts clothing, household goods, furniture, and other gently used items, with donations helping support the organization’s mission.
Food & Basic Necessities
Center for Food Action | 75 Knickerbocker Road, Englewood
Donation Drop-Off | Monday–Friday from 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Phone Number | (201) 569-1804
Center for Food Action accepts nonperishable food donations to help provide groceries and other assistance to individuals and families experiencing food insecurity.
Office Of Concern Food Pantry At St. Cecilia’s | 55 West Demarest Avenue, Englewood
Donation Drop-Off | By appointment
Phone Number | (201) 568-1166
Office of Concern Food Pantry at St. Cecilia’s accepts food and other essential donations to help stock its pantry and support individuals and families in need.
The Food Brigade Inc. | 185 W Madison Avenue, Dumont
Donation Drop-Off | By appointment
Phone Number | 201-614-4414
The Food Brigade accepts food and other donations to help provide groceries and essential resources to Bergen County residents experiencing food insecurity.
Family Promise of Bergen County | 100 Dayton Street, Ridgewood
Donation Drop-Off | By appointment
Phone Number | (201) 833-8000
Family Promise of Bergen County accepts household essentials, cleaning supplies, toiletries, paper products, gift cards and other items to support families experiencing or at risk of homelessness.
Housing Authority of Bergen County | 120 South River Street, Hackensack
Donation Drop-Off | By appointment
Phone Number | 201-336-6491
Housing Authority of Bergen County accepts donations of needed items and supplies for individuals and families receiving services through Bergen County’s shelter and housing programs.
Center for Hope & Safety | 12 Overlook Avenue, Rochelle Park
Donation Drop-Off | By appointment
Phone Number | (201) 498-9247
Center for Hope & Safety accepts toiletries, cleaning supplies, household goods, baby supplies, and other essentials to support survivors of domestic violence and their families.
Bergen’s Promise | 3 University Plaza Drive, Suite 300, Hackensack
Donation Drop-Off | By appointment
Email | [email protected]
Bergen’s Promise accepts donations, including school supplies and backpacks, to provide resources and support to children and teens throughout Bergen County.
Pet & Animal Supplies
Bergen County Animal Shelter | 100 United Lane in Teterboro
Donation Drop-Off | Daily from 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Phone Number | (201) 229-4600
Bergen County Animal Shelter accepts pet food, towels, blankets, cleaning supplies, toys, and other needed items to care for animals at the county shelter.
START II Animal Rescue | 136 Cedar Lane, Englewood
Donation Drop-Off | Monday–Friday from 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Phone Number | (201) 797-8861
START II Animal Rescue accepts pet food, cleaning supplies, laundry products, paper goods, and other supplies to help care for rescued animals.
Humane Society of Bergen County | 221 Stuyvesant Avenue, Lyndhurst
Donation Drop-Off | During business hours
Phone Number | (201) 896-9300
Humane Society of Bergen County accepts donations ranging from towels and bedding to pet food and other supplies to support animal care in its programs.
Bergen County Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals | 100 Eisenhower Drive, Paramus
Donation Drop-Off | By appointment
Phone Number | 201-573-8900
Bergen County Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals accepts donations to support animal welfare programs, including its pet food bank and other services for pets and their owners.
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