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🧸 Where to donate toys and games in Texas
Clean toys and complete games go to thrift stores year-round. Around the holidays, toy drives need new toys for local kids.
Before you go Check that puzzles and games have all their pieces. Stuffed animals are welcome at some animal shelters as pet toys. Choose your region… Houston & Harris County (5) Sugar Land, Rosenberg & Bay City (2) Conroe, The Woodlands & Huntsville (3) Galveston & Bay Area (1) Lufkin, Nacogdoches & Deep East Texas (1) Dallas & Dallas County (6) Fort Worth & Tarrant County (1) Plano, McKinney & Collin County (2) Denton & Denton County (1) Rockwall, Greenville & Kaufman (2) El Paso & Far West Texas (2) Lubbock & South Plains (1) Austin & Travis County (2) San Marcos, Bastrop & Lockhart (1) Texas Hill Country (1) San Antonio & Bexar County (2) New Braunfels, Seguin & Floresville (1) Corpus Christi & Coastal Bend (1) Victoria & Golden Crescent (3) Waco & Heart of Texas (3)
41 places in Texas take toys and games.
Houston Call 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
Houston Call 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
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
Houston
BARC Animal Shelter and Adoptions (City of Houston)
pet food toys and enrichment items cleaning supplies foster supplies (crates, kitten formula)
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
Rosenberg Call to confirm
Fort Bend County Animal Services
dog and cat food (wet and dry) kitty litter blankets, towels and linens (new or used) dog beds, crates and cat towers dog toys, treats and harnesses kitten and puppy formula and bottles paper towels, bleach, gloves
Rosenberg Call to confirm
Fort Bend Rainbow Room
diaper bags twin sheets and comforters athletic shoes pillows paper towels and toilet paper school supplies books
The Woodlands Call to confirm
Interfaith of The Woodlands (Food Pantry and Hand Me Up Shop)
food pantry donations clothing, toys, household goods and furniture for the Hand Me Up Shop
Conroe Call to confirm
Montgomery County Animal Shelter
pet food and treats blankets toys and lick mats crates and kennels medical supplies
Conroe Call to confirm
Child Advocates of Montgomery County
new toys new books for ages 0-18 Not accepted: used items
Texas City Call to confirm
Galveston County Animal Resource Center
towels and old blankets unopened dry or canned pet food treats bathroom rug sets pet toys liquid laundry detergent grooming items
Lufkin
Kurth Memorial Animal Shelter (Lufkin Animal Services)
dog and cat food (wet and dry), puppy and kitten food cat litter dog treats and pet toys new collars and leashes cleaning supplies (wipes, bleach, multi-purpose cleaner, hand soap) paper towels, sponges, newspaper 13- and 55-gallon trash bags
Dallas Free pickup
Salvation Army Thrift Store and Donation Center - Harry Hines
clothing furniture household goods working appliances bicycles books toys Not accepted: broken or gas appliances; built-in appliances; large console TVs; TVs over 5 years old; auto parts; paint or chemicals
Pickup: Yes - free pickup scheduled at satruck.org or 1-800-728-7825
Dallas Free pickup
Salvation Army Thrift Store and Donation Center - Village Fair
clothing furniture household goods working appliances books toys Not accepted: broken or gas appliances; built-in appliances; TVs over 5 years old; auto parts; paint or chemicals
Pickup: Yes - free pickup scheduled at satruck.org or 1-800-728-7825
Dallas
Goodwill Dallas - Westmoreland
clothing, shoes and accessories furniture small appliances and electronics books, toys and games kitchenware and decor Not accepted: mattresses and box springs; large appliances; hazardous materials; weapons or ammunition; broken, soiled or unsafe items
Dallas
Genesis Benefit Thrift Store
clothing for all ages shoes and accessories jewelry home decor and art toys and games furniture in good condition new items Not accepted: mattresses or box springs; stained or soiled items; opened personal hygiene products; damaged furniture
Dallas
Dallas Animal Services
towels and blankets dog treats and toys cat toys plastic pet carriers leashes unscented baby wipes kitten formula Not accepted: down comforters; pillows or pillowcases; fitted sheets; medications; open or expired food; furniture
Dallas Call to confirm
SPCA of Texas
large bath towels blankets canned dog and cat food paper towels and trash bags pet wipes Kong and Nylabone toys puppy pads Not accepted: rawhides; bully sticks; bones; raw or freeze-dried products
Grapevine
GRACE Donation Station (GRACEful Buys)
clothing and shoes jewelry and accessories linens home decor and lamps housewares toys working electronics Not accepted: building materials; paint or chemicals; tires; encyclopedias and magazines; broken or worn furniture; large office furniture
Plano Free pickup
Salvation Army Thrift Store and Donation Center - Plano
clothing furniture household goods working appliances books toys bicycles Not accepted: broken or gas appliances; built-in appliances; TVs over 5 years old; auto parts; paint or chemicals
Pickup: Yes - free pickup scheduled at satruck.org or 1-800-728-7825
Plano
Minnie's Food Pantry
non-perishable food holiday items such as stuffing, cornbread, cranberry sauce, boxed potatoes, cake mix new toys (Christmas)
Denton
Upscale Resale (Denton County Friends of the Family)
gently worn clothing toys furniture other household items in good condition
Rockwall
Rockwall Animal Adoption Center
Nutro dog and puppy food cat food (Kirkland, Wellness, Purina Beyond, IAMS) bleach, Pine-Sol, Fabuloso, laundry detergent, dish soap, trash bags, Clorox wipes towels, blankets, pet beds litter pans, cat litter, toys and treats
Kaufman Call to confirm
The Center (Kaufman Christian Help Center)
food - call to confirm school supplies (seasonal) Christmas toys (seasonal)
El Paso
Lee & Beulah Moor Children's Home
new or gently worn clothing and shoes toiletries nonperishable food and baby formula toys and games furniture, cribs and car seats linens and household goods school supplies Not accepted: unpackaged socks or underwear; broken appliances; stuffed animals; sleeping bags
El Paso
Humane Society of El Paso
bleach and cleaning supplies dog and cat toys litter boxes and cat litter blankets pet bowls puppy and kitten formula pet treats
Lubbock
Children's Home of Lubbock
children's clothing toys hygiene items
Austin Call to confirm
Better ATX Thrift House (formerly Assistance League of Austin)
household items jewelry clothing artwork holiday decor furniture children's books and toys
Austin
Austin Animal Center (Austin Animal Services)
dog and cat food and treats durable pet toys bedding queen-size or smaller towels and blankets newspaper dog houses and fencing materials collars, harnesses, leashes Not accepted: comforters; electric blankets
Kyle
PAWS Shelter of Central Texas - Kyle
dog food cat litter bleach and cleaning supplies paper towels towels and blankets crates pet toys and water bowls
Kerrville Call to confirm
The Salvation Army Kroc Center Family Store
Pickup: Schedule a pickup through satruck.org - call to confirm availability
San Antonio
City of San Antonio Animal Care Services
dog and cat food wire dog crates and pet carriers cat beds pet treats and toys collars, leashes, harnesses towels, sheets and blankets paper towels and newspapers Not accepted: pillows; foam of any type; cat stands; household items; dirty litter pans; human clothing
San Antonio
Assistance League of San Antonio Thrift House
clothing and shoes for all ages household goods and decor dishes, linens and towels jewelry and framed art holiday items toys, puzzles, bicycles books, furniture, collectibles, sports gear Not accepted: mattresses; TVs, computers and printers; large exercise equipment and appliances; cribs and infant car seats; paint and hazardous materials; building materials
New Braunfels
Humane Society of the New Braunfels Area
cat and dog food pet toys new or used bath towels cleaning supplies
Corpus Christi Call to confirm
Corpus Christi Animal Care Services
unopened dog and cat food durable dog toys blankets towels gently used pet beds Not accepted: monetary donations (not accepted right now)
Victoria
Mid-Coast Family Treasures - Navarro
clothing toys jewelry household items furniture
Victoria
Mid-Coast Family Treasures - Mid-Town
clothing toys jewelry household items furniture
Port Lavaca
Mid-Coast Family Treasures - Port Lavaca
clothing toys jewelry household items furniture
Waco Call to confirm
The Shepherd's Heart (Things from the Heart resale shop)
gently used goods for its resale shop new unwrapped toys food - call to confirm
Waco
Care Net Pregnancy Center of Central Texas
diapers and pull-ups (all sizes) toys for newborns to 48 months
Waco
Friends for Life
house shoes, sweatpants, shirts throw blankets body wash fidget and sensory toys