Guest post by Grazina Soltys, Furniture Bank Volunteer
Over the years home offices have become more prevalent. Remote work sites, long commuting times and self-employment drive the need to establish work locations in the home.
When it comes time to update your office or study area you want to make the right choices for the disposal of your old items.
Here’s a list of five organizations that will accept office furniture donations and supplies as well as the items each one accepts.
Green Standards
Green Standards Provides support to community organizations and charities by donating office furniture, supplies and equipment to local charitable organizations.
Items Accepted include:
- Desks
- Chairs
- Book Shelves
- Furniture
- Computers
- Monitors
- TV’s
- Office supplies and stationary
send them an email at info@greenstandardsltd.com to learn more.
Canadian Diabetes Association
The Canadian Diabetes Association accepts all kinds of donations. From clothing, old cars, to office furniture and supplies.
office related items they Accept include:
- cell phones
- computers
- small office furniture and equipment
Send them an email at info@diabetes.ca to learn more about acceptable items and pick up options.
Children’s Book Bank
The Children’s Book Bank provides books to young children from low income families in local communities.
Items Accepted include:
- Gently used books for newborns to age 12
Their drop off is located at 350 Berkeley St., Toronto.
Toronto Public Library Foundation
Think of the Toronto Public Library when you have books and movies to donate. Donations support local and reference libraries
Items Accepted include:
- Books
- CD’s
- DVD’s
- Text Books
- Magazines
- Book Ends
For drop locations click here or call 416-393-7089
Goodwill
Proceeds from Goodwill donation sales help support and fund jobs for individuals with barriers to employment.
Items accepted include:
- books
- electronic equipment
- TV’s, Furniture
- Office supplies
- Computers
Click here for drop off locations or call 416-362-4711
For a list of acceptable office furniture items and electronics Furniture Bank accepts click here.
