Items we cannot accept
Thank you in advance for referencing this list -- it saves us an enormous amount of energy! Unfortunately, some items are restricted for resale by the Texas Department of Health Services; others may be too large to fit in our space. We will graciously accept what we are able to sell in our store; otherwise, we will redistribute to other nonprofits that are better equipped to sell, use or dispose of the item(s) in an ecologically-friendly manner.
* = unless new (in original packaging or with tags)
** = unless requested for the Kid’s Closet at Center for Child Protection
Air purifiers, humidifiers
Athletic shoes*
Automotive parts or products
Bedding (sheets, spreads, covers, blankets)
Building Supplies & Tools
Baby and toddler gear or clothing* *
Christmas trees, lights
Computers (desktop or laptop)*
Crafting supplies, fabrics, sewing notions
Cutting boards and other wooden kitchen tools
DVD/VHS players
Electrical supplies
Fans or heaters (inc ceiling fans)
Faux plants, flower arrangements, floral pieces
Food storage containers (unless glass/vintage)
Furniture (sorry, no room!)
Hair accessories*
Hosiery or tights*
Hunting or military gear (inc. guns, knives)
Kitchen appliances (any size)
Men’s Suits
Metal cookware or utensils
Office equipment (fax, phone, file cabinets)
Paperback books (unless current good read)
Pet supplies, toys, carriers
Pillows or cushions (for bed or decor)
Plumbing supplies
Sleeping bags
Socks*
Sporting and Exercise Equipment
Stuffed animals (unless new bears**)
Swimwear
Tablecloths and runers, napkins, placemats*
Telephones (unless vintage) or Cell Phones
Televisions
Towels (bath, hand, kitchen)
Toys and dolls * *
Travel mugs, thermoses, can coolers
Undergarments (unless sports bra or bralette)
Vacuum cleaners
Wedding or Bridesmaid Dresses
Wicker Baskets
Window coverings (drapes, blinds, rods)