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Guidelines for Donating Materials
The ReCONNstruction Center is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization
that accepts tax-deductible donations of surplus
and reuseable building supplies from businesses, manufacturers, and the
general public. We try our best to keep the following donation list updated.
However, the availability of warehouse space and fluctuating market conditions
may influence our ability to accept every item on a continuing basis.
We inspect all materials and
will decline unsatisfactory, broken, or hazardous items as necessary. Since our
mission is to reuse these materials, they must be in saleable condition.
We sometimes make exceptions to our donation policy. If you have something
to donate that you think we can use, but is not on the list below, please
call us. Likewise, if an item is exceptionally saleable, but you have
no means to deliver it to us, we may arrange to pick it up.
General Acceptance Criteria -If you wouldn't buy it, we probably don't want it!
1. All donated items must be in good reusable
condition. We cannot accept items that are damaged render the item unuseable or unsafe, or that have missing parts. Materials should be clean with no
peeling paint, serious dents, chips, or rust.
2. We cannot accept hazardous materials. This includes items containing PCB’s, asbestos, mercury, or and flammable compounds.
3. You are encouraged to bring items to our loading dock on the right side of our building.
Drop-offs are welcome during normal store hours: Tuesday thru Friday 9AM-6PM, Saturday from 9AM-4PM, or Sundays 12-4PM, (CLOSED ON MONDAYS). An appointment is not required, but we suggest that you submit a donation inquiry form prior to drop-off of large or questionable items or a large quantity of items requiring assistance. (If you have to drop off items at our loading dock in the middle of the night, without receiving a donation receipt, we probably don't want them! You know who you are...)
4. Requesting a pick up: A donation inquiry form is required to request a pick-up.
Completing the form will insure that we have your your contact information, and accurate description of donated items to process your donation and provide your with a receipt for your tax-deductible donation. We do pick-up items, usually on Mondays and Tuesdays, or before 10AM during the week free of charge, however, we have to consider our cost of approximately $25 per hour for pick-up compared to the value of the merchandise being collected. In order to request a pick-up, please complete the donation inquiry form so we can schedule your pick-up with others. |
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Items We Can Accept - Residential Use
**** Notice Effective May 1, 2010 ****
The ReCONNstruction Center is putting a moratorium on donations of windows with single glazing and toilets other than those white in color unless arriving with matching vanity top or sink.
Building Materials
Dimensional Lumber (4’ in length or longer; no paint or nails)
Plywood (1/2 sheets or larger; no paint or nails)
Drywall (1/2 sheets or larger)
Insulation, rigid foam (1/2 sheets or larger)
Insulation, fiberglass batts (clean and packaged in clear plastic bags)
Siding, wood and vinyl, in quantity
Moldings (4’ or longer, no paint or nails)
Stair railing and balusters
Hardware: (hinges, nails, screws, hasps, locks, anchors, etc)
Block, brick, pavers
Flashing
Roof shingles (asphalt only, complete packages)
Caulking, putty, adhesives, grout (unopened containers only)
Appliances
Appliances should have a digital clock, with the exception of gas stoves.
(less than five years old and in good working condition)
Furniture
Solid Wood Furniture, chairs, tables, book cases, etc. (no upholstered items)
Windows
Wooden windows and sashes must be stained, primed or unpainted due to risk of lead paint used before 1985. Exceptions made for unique leaded and stained glass, and historic items.
Double-pane (complete with frame only)
Wood and Vinyl Replacement and New Construction
Triple Track Storm windows with complete tracks
Shutters, wood or vinyl (no missing slats)
Doors
Wooden doors must be stained, primed or unpainted or only lightly painted to reduce the risk of lead paint used before 1985. Exceptions made for unique and historic items.
Interior and Exterior doors with no damage. Prehung with hardware, preferred.
Storm doors with complete frame, hardware, and closers.
Sliding or French doors with complete frames, screens if available.
Fencing and gates
Fireplace doors and screens.
Bathroom
Vanities
Fixtures (faucets), Towel Bars, etc.
Sinks
Tubs (fiberglass or claw-foot only, no dated colors)
Shower and tub enclosures (new only)
Toilets, complete with tanks and tank covers (no dated colors).
Kitchen
Cabinets in sound condition
Counter tops
Hardware
Sinks and garbage disposals
Fixtures (faucets)
Flooring
Wood
Tile (ceramic with no grout, rubber, vinyl)
Engineered flooring (i.e. Pergo), new only (at least 100sf)
Sheet vinyl (5’ x 8’ minimum)
Carpet (new only, 10' x 12' minimum)
Electrical
Lighting and electrical fixtures (no fluorescent bulbs please)
Ceiling fans
Electric baseboard heaters (new only)
HVAC
Ducting and vent covers
Plumbing
Pipe, cast iron, PVC (4’ or longer)
Plumbing supplies
Wall Coverings
Wall Paper (full rolls only)
Wainscoting
Paneling
Misc. Items
Raw unpainted lumber- minimum length 4 feet.
Primed, stained or unpainted moldings
Gutters and accessories
Wood stoves (antique only)
Commercial shelving
Tools
General architectural salvage (mantles, stained glass, etc.
Paint-Must be full or nearly full cans and preferably water-based.
Items
We Cannot Accept
Appliances (greater than 7 years old)
Used carpet (Unless exceptional in condition or quality)
Commercial 200-volt electric items
Loose glass
Fluorescent bulbs
Hazardous materials
Damaged goods
Upholstered Furniture
Oil-based paint and stain (some exceptions)
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Volunteer
Often, it is the volunteers that bring a new dimension to non-profit organizations,
and we would like you to consider helping us achieve our goals.
We welcome volunteers to help us
pick-up used items, do very minor repairs, and help out around the warehouse.
Pro bono professional services,
such as accounting, legal, and public relations are also needed. Please contact us if you're interested in volunteering.
Download a printable version of the volunteer application (pdf file).
Volunteer Opportunities
We'd like to reach out to the Polish and Spanish speaking community, and we're looking for volunteers to help in the store on special days or weekends.
Customer Service/Cashier
The volunteer Customer Service/Cashier has an outgoing, friendly personality and enjoys working with people. They have basic math skills and are comfortable handling money and making change. This volunteer will also acquire a general working knowledge of inventory to serve customers.
Marketing Ambassador
The volunteer Marketing Ambassador will promote ReCONN in the community by distributing flyers, contacting individuals and businesses via phone or in person.
Warehouse Assistant
The volunteer Warehouse Assistant will assist staff and customers in moving inventory and processing donations. This volunteer will lift and carry merchandise.
Outdoor Projects
This volunteer assignment provides general maintenance of the ReCONN outdoor environment including mowing the lawn and weeding, picking up debris, sweeping, etc.
Data Entry
This volunteer assignment will input information using Excel spreadsheets. Basic computer and Excel knowledge is preferred or a willingness to learn.
Product Research
This volunteer assignment will conduct internet/phone research for product pricing, grant information, etc.
Jack/Jill of all Trades
This volunteer will repair, assemble and clean merchandise and make small building repairs as needed. Basic carpentry skills are required.
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