THE RESTORE
How to Donate to the ReStore
Your donation helps build safe and affordable homes.
When you donate to The Lakeshore ReStore you're helping local families access affordable homeownership.
Donating your items is easy.
Bring your items to us or let us pick up larger items for you.
Remodeling your home and replacing cabinets, doors, and more?
Let our skilled team come in to carefully handle the deconstruction, removal, and transportation of your reusable items.
Why donate to the Lakeshore ReStore?
Environment
It helps the environment: Every item donated to the ReStore means less useable material thrown in a landfill.
Community
It’s good for the community: Every ReStore purchase helps local families thrive through Lakeshore Habitat for Humanity’s Homeownership Program.
Tax-Deductible
While your donation helps provide homes for others, for you it's tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.
It's Easy!
Free pick-up makes donating simple: Call or submit a pickup request online for a free pickup of your large donations.
What can be donated to the Lakeshore ReStore?
All items must be in good condition so that they can be resold. The Lakeshore ReStore reserves the right to refuse any item. If you don’t see an item on either list, or if you have a donation question, please call us at (616) 399-7006. And we accept cars and boats, too!
Building Supplies
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Cabinets, doors and hardware
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Doors: interior, exterior, sliding
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Drywall/Plywood/MDF (2’ x 4’ minimum)
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Hardware: door and cabinet
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HVAC ductwork, registers, thermostats
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Lumber/trim (over 4’ with no nails or screws)
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Nails and fasteners
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Shelving (no MDF, please) and brackets
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Roofing materials
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Vinyl siding, soffit, facia, trim
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Windows
Decorating
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Ceramic Tile (wall, floor)
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Floor coverings (LVT, laminate)
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Paint Supplies (as-new brushes and rollers)
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Window Blinds/Coverings (no cords)
Furniture
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Bed frames and headboards
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Dining tables and chairs
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End/coffee tables
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Upholstered
Electrical Supplies
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Ceiling Fans
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Wire, boxes, panels, outlets, switches
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Lighting (ceiling, wall, and table)
Household Items
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Appliances (fully functional only)
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Mirrors (must be framed)
Lawn and Garden
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Outdoor Power Tools (functional only)
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Patio sets/picnic tables
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Paver/patio stones
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Sprinkler, hose, and irrigation
Plumbing
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Supplies (pipes/fittings)
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Fixtures, sinks, toilets, and bathtubs
Tools
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Hand and power tools
Condition of Donations
Flooring
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Full pieces only (no partially cut pieces)
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Must be bundled in packs of 10 (loose pieces will not be accepted)
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No nails or fasteners
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Must be in good condition or better
Furniture
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No stains
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No odors
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No rips or tears in fabric
Appliances and Power Tools
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Must be fully functional
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Power cords must be in good condition (no loose, frayed or exposed wires)
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Required accessory parts such as mounting brackets, burners, racks, microwave turntables, etc. must be included
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Must be clean with no built-up food or grease on any surface
Donations NOT Accepted
Automotive
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Car/Truck Parts and Tires
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Car/Truck Accessorie
Building Supplies
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Drywall/Plywood/MDF (smaller than 2’ x 4’)
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Glass without frame
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Granite or quartz countertops
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Lumber/Trim (smaller than 4’ or with nails)
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Shingles (less than a full bundle)
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Window Sash (older wood frames are okay)
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Shower doors without frames
Furniture
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Baby furniture, cribs or toys
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Mattresses
Decorating
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Carpeting, area rugs or runners
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Mirrors without frames
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Paint
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Window blinds/coverings with cords
Household
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Clothing
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Electronic
Prohibited By Law
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Alcoholic Beverages
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Guns, Ammunition, Weapons
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Hazardous Chemicals
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Recalled Items
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Safety Equipment
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Stolen Goods
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