Donation guidelines
What we accept and how it works
Donating to ReStore is simple! Whether you’re donating as an individual or a business, these guidelines will help make sure your items can be accepted and put to good use.
How it works
Start by making sure your items are clean and in good condition, with no rips, stains, or heavy wear. You can drop off donations at any Habitat ReStore in Southern Alberta or request a free pickup for larger items. It’s an easy way to help local families and keep reusable goods out of the landfill.
1
Make sure your donation meets our guidelines
Items should be clean, in good condition, and free of rips, stains, or heavy wear.
2
Find a drop off location
Bring your donation during business hours at any of our three ReStore locations.
3
Request a pickup
Unable to drop off? Fill out our donation form and request a free pickup for larger items.
4
Schedule your pickup
Call us at (403) 291-6764 x 4 to discuss your donation and arrange a pick-up.
More questions?
Call us at (403) 291-6764 ext 4.
What we accept
Before you donate, please review our guidelines to make sure your items can be accepted. We take a wide range of new and gently used furniture, appliances, and building materials. All donations are reviewed by our team and may be refused based on the condition or current store needs.
Yes, please:
- Furniture
- Appliances (small and large, newer than 10 years old)
- Building materials such as usable lumber, new drywall, insulation, etc.
- Kitchen and bathroom cabinets
- Doors and windows
- Unopened flooring
- Home decor items
- Sinks, faucets, bathtubs, and showers
- New lighting and electrical supplies
- Hardware and tools
No, thank you:
- Clothing or bedding
- Electronics
- Items exposed to cigarette smoke or pet hair
- Used windows
- Used window coverings (curtains, blinds, etc.)
- Dirty or rotten lumber
- Stained or damaged items
- Used flooring
- Mattresses, sofa beds, or futons
- Box springs
- Used lighting
- Used toilets
- Opened paint
Ready to donate?
Households and individuals
Decluttering, renovating, or moving? Donating your gently used furniture, appliances, or renovation and building materials is an easy way to keep good items out of the landfill and help local families build safe, affordable homes.
Businesses and contractors
Have surplus inventory, discontinued products, or extra materials? Donating to ReStore helps your business reduce waste, free up space, and support affordable homeownership for families in Southern Alberta.
Shopping that gives back
Our Habitat ReStores accept and sell quality new and used building materials, furniture, appliances, and more. Every donation or purchase helps reduce waste, build sustainable communities, and support affordable housing for families living in Southern Alberta.