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The Resource Exchange accepts a wide range of reusable materials for building, creating, and learning. Below are some examples of acceptable donation materials. Don’t see your potential donation on the list? Please email or call us at 267.997.0060to discuss the materials you wish to donate.
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- canvas/muslin remnants (ask about our reclaimed artist canvases!)
- brushes of all kinds
- artist paints (watercolor, tube acrylic/oil paints, tempera etc.) with labels.
- drawing paper, colored paper, tissue paper (rolls, pads,sheets in good condition), paper sample books
- cardstock/posterboard/mat board
- colored pencils, crayons,chalk, pastels
- printing blocks/stencils
- art related books and magazines suitable for art projects (Art in America, National Geographic, Vogue, etc...please ask!)
- fabrics/trim (remnants okay, but less than 1/2 yard square must be a print or premium fabric, like velvets, satins, linens, etc. No rags, and no used sheets, blankets, towels, etc.)
- fabric/wallcovering sample books
- beads/buttons
- knitting supplies (yarn, needles, crochet hooks)
- sewing supplies (thread, patterns, etc.)
- gift wrap/ribbon/gift bags
- glitter/glue
- wall paper & wall paper sample books
- stickers/stamps
- photos/posters suitable for collage projects
- postcards/greeting cards/labels
- other misc. things that might lend themselves to creative reuse projects. If you find yourself saying “someone could make something with this!,” call us!
- dimensional lumber at least 4 ft length, in good condition, minimal nails and screw
- clean sheet goods (half sheets or larger)
- reusable 4'x8' flats and platforms (due to limited space, we can only keep a small amount in stock)
- some reusable film and theatrical pieces (ask first!)
- molding/trim
- architectural accents and elements
- functional windows and doors, jambs intact if possible.
- ceramic/glass/slate tiles
- hardware of all types (knobs/pulls, brackets, etc.)
- residential electrical items (no odd lots please)
- tools in working condition
- vintage or quality furniture/housewares/lighting
- misc. antiques/collectibles
- gardening supplies
- maps/educational posters/classroom decorations
- art or environmental lesson plans
- chalk and chalkboards/corkboards
- paper, pads, stationary (names/logos acceptable)
- binders, notebooks, file folders/dividers, etc.
- staplers, tape, scissors, desk accessories, etc.
- we can accept some household items and costume pieces, but most clothing, furniture, and housewares that we cannot accept will be referred to local thrift stores, shelters, etc.
- excessively damaged, mildewed, or soiled items
- typical curbside recycling items, like toilet/paper towel tubes, plastic food containers, etc.
- standard dimensional lumber less than 4’, sheet goods less than half original size, or any wood with excessive nails, screws, paint, warping, signs of rot.
- non-tempered glass storm doors, large plate glass
- fluorescent lightbulbs
- ewaste (computers, printers, televisions, etc.)
- cassettes/CDs/VHS tapes
- mattresses/box springs/bedding
- used carpets & padding (new carpet tiles okay)
- any hazardous materials, batteries, fluids. etc.
- tires/automotive parts
- used appliances, refrigerators, freezers, AC units
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