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Where to donate: Houston & Harris County

15 thrift stores, shelters, food pantries and charities in Harris county, Texas.

Nearby regions: Conroe, The Woodlands & Huntsville · Pearland, Angleton & Brazoria County · Galveston & Bay Area

This region last checked November 6, 2026.

Houston

Friends of the Houston Public Library Book Warehouse

  • new and gently used books
Not accepted: training manuals and old textbooks; technical books (law, medical, engineering); old encyclopedias and dictionaries; magazines and newspapers; VHS tapes and cassettes; damaged books
HoustonCall to confirm

Goodwill Houston donation centers

  • clothing and shoes
  • household linens
  • furniture
  • books and media
  • small electronics and small appliances
  • computers
  • cookware and dishware
Not accepted: mattresses and box springs; large household appliances; air conditioners; cribs, car seats, strollers, playpens; carpet and padding; hazardous chemicals and paint
HoustonCall to confirm

Houston Habitat for Humanity ReStore South Loop

  • furniture (clean, no pet hair or stains)
  • working appliances under 10 years old (not gas; 3 or more)
  • complete cabinets
  • doors
  • lighting and ceiling fans
  • new flooring (100 sq ft or more)
  • hand and power tools
Not accepted: rugs; used carpet and laminate; granite countertops; hazardous chemicals; partial paint cans; used windows
Houston

Houston Humane Society

  • dog and cat food (dry and canned)
  • kitten and puppy formula
  • non-clumping cat litter
  • treats and toys
  • crates and carriers
  • towels, blankets, bath mats, rugs
  • newspapers
Not accepted: pillows; stuffed blankets
HoustonCall to confirm

Houston SPCA

  • towels and blankets (no pillows or washcloths)
  • newspapers
  • non-clumping cat litter
  • pet toys
  • puppy training pads
  • gently used crates
  • paper towels and bleach
Not accepted: pillows; washcloths
HoustonCall to confirm

Northwest Assistance Ministries (NAM) Resale Store and Donation Center

  • clothing and footwear
  • tableware
  • kitchen and cookware
  • gently used furniture in good condition
Not accepted: mattresses and box springs; sleeper sofas; office furniture; large entertainment centers; large kitchen and laundry appliances; tube TVs and older flat screens
Houston

Star of Hope Mission - Donation and Distribution Center

  • clean clothing for men, women, children
  • winter coats
  • shoes
  • new socks and undergarments
  • new hygiene items
  • diapers and baby wipes
  • towels, sheets, twin blankets
Not accepted: furniture; mattresses; large appliances; expired food or medicine; opened hygiene products; bikes
Tomball

TEAM Resale (Tomball Emergency Assistance Ministries)

  • clothing
  • furniture
  • decor and artwork
  • baby gear
  • linens
  • books and media
  • kitchenware
Not accepted: mattresses and box springs; pianos and organs; propane tanks; hospital beds; wet or damaged items; flat-screen TVs over about 10 years old

Every place has its own rules. A quick call before you load the car saves a wasted trip.