Minot Monday is made possible through a partnership with BeLOCAL Minot. BeLOCAL is a guide on living and thriving like a local in our community–something I’m passionate about. Today I’m sharing places in Minot to donate goods. Read on for the list.
The holidays have come and gone. You (and your kids) may have unwrapped lots of great gifts that are now settled into a place in your home. If you’re like me, this is often a time of year when I find myself with a big box of donation items ready to be taken away. Today I’m sharing the places in Minot to donate goods.
Please understand this list isn’t exhaustive. I’m sure there are other places in town that will accept your donations. But these are the biggies and will get you started on your journey to a decluttered home.
Thrift Stores
Dakota Boys and Girls Ranch Thrift Store
Best for: Clothing, furniture, household goods
Read about their mission and organization here.
See donation guidelines here.
Other things to know: pick up services can be arranged if needed, they also offer online thrift shopping (see here)
RSI ReStore
Best for: Clothing, furniture, household goods, sporting goods
Read about their mission and organization here.
Other things to know: they offer a monthly $8 stuff-a-bag sale
Goodwill
Best for: Clothing, furniture, household goods
Read about their mission and organization here.
See donation guidelines Here
Other things to know: pick up services can be arranged if needed
4R Home
Best for: Clothing, furniture, household goods, and some building materials
Other things to know: While most thrift stores in town will accept donations of limited building supplies, 4R Home has a section for these items. They offer lots of sales and low prices on furniture and clothing–which helps many families. They also donate a portion of proceeds to local charities (chosen by customers.)
On Base Options
Minot AFB Thrift Store
Best for: Gently used clothing, furniture, household goods, toys
Read about their mission and organization here.
See donation guidelines here.
Other things to know: Proceeds from the Thrift Shop go back to the Minot Spouses’ Club for Charities and Scholarships in and around Minot AFB, Minot, and other AF Organizations. Also, they are always in need of volunteers to help staff the store.
Minot AFB Airman’s Attic
**As of the date of publishing, the Airman’s Attic is currently closed and in the process of changing locations. Follow their Facebook page for updated hours and news about their reopening.**
Best for: Gently used clothing, furniture, household goods, toys–especially items that may be needed by a family before their household goods arrive
Read about their mission and organization here.
See donation guidelines here.
.Other things to know: This is a FREE, self-servicing thrift shop. Airman’s attic was a huge blessing to me when we finally closed on our house here in Minot. Derek was out of state for training, our house was empty and our furniture and other goods weren’t due to arrive for several weeks.
Consignment
Closet Connection
Best for: lightly worn clothing
Other things to know: you’ll need an appointment to consign your items, but they make the process very simple
Grow With Me
Best for: lightly used children’s clothing, maternity wear, toys and baby supplies
See consignment guidelines Here
Other things to know: they accept children’s clothing up to size 12
Community Organizations
YWCA
Best for: Donating new and unused items and items for their community closet. (See guidelines below.)
Read about their mission and organization here.
See donation guidelines Here (including their wishlist)
Other things to know: is our region’s only homeless shelter for women and children.
Domestic Violence Crisis Center
Best for: Donating new, unopened items (in non-COVID times other items are accepted as well), other items may be accepted, but call the office to be sure, also I believe they are currently accepting winter gear.
Read about their mission and organization here.
See donation guidelines Here (including their wishlist)
Other things to know: follow them on social media to see most up to date wishlists and other accepted donations.
Contact: (701) 852-2258
Men’s Winter Refuge
Best for: Donating household (think bedding and bath supplies) and mens clothing/footwear
Read about their mission and organization here.
See donation guidelines Here (including their wishlist)
Other things to know: in the past when I’ve donated, the staff has stressed the great need for quality (even lightly used) men’s boots and footwear.)
Minot Public Library
Best for: donations of books, DVD, magazines and games.
Donation guidelines here.
Other things to know: donations are sold in the book sales, which supports the library and its programs.
For More
For more on living like a local remember to check out and follow BeLOCAL. (I love their updates on local events!) If you love thrifting as much as you love donating, read this post all about places to score second hand treasures in town.
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