What We Accept
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Our Policies
What We Do Pick Up
Right now we are accepting clothes & shoes (adults to kids), electronics, toys (only 1 bag/box per donor), books (only 1 box per donor, no larger than 18x18inches), cookware, household items, and blankets. Please ensure that items are clean and in working condition.
Items We Accept
✔ Clothing and Shoes
✔ Accessories and bags
✔ Bedding, Linens, Curtains
✔ Electronics & Small Appliances
✔ Toys & Books
✔ Household Items
What We Don’t Pick Up
Unfortunately, we do not have the infrastructure to handle tattered or torn clothing, large furniture, and broken or outdated electronics. Please prepare your donations accordingly.
Items We Don’t Accept
X Furniture, Mattresses and Pillows
X Baby Car Seats, Cribs and Strollers
X Air Conditioners, Large Appliances (Fridges/Stoves Etc.)
X Doors, Windows or any Construction Material
Accommodations
If you are in need of any accommodations for your pickup, feel free to list them on the “Additional comments” line on the pickup form and we will do our best to act accordingly (ex: Call before Arrival)!
Cancellations and Rescheduling
If you need to cancel or reschedule your pick up, please call us as soon as possible at (718) 440-0688.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes we do! However, to keep our space organized, we kindly request book donations to be limited to about a box (18 x 18 inches) or two per donor. In addition, we ask that any books donated be in good condition.
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Unfortunately, due to our current space and sizing constraints, we are unable to accept furniture donations at this time.
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Yes, we do! We operate year-round, Monday to Saturday from 7am to 3pm. Whenever you need to schedule a pickup, we’ll be here to assist you.
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While we strive to accommodate your needs, we are generally unable to provide a specific pickup time due to the volume of pickups and the driver’s route for the day. Most pickups are completed between morning and afternoon. Rest assured, if you're scheduled for a pickup on a given day, we will be there!
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To ensure the safety of our drivers, we cannot allow them to enter the residence of our donors. For this reason, our drivers are only able to meet you at the main entrance. If you need to make a donation but are concerned about carrying it out, we suggest planning how to manage it before arranging a pickup.
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Unfortunately, we do not have a drop-off location at this time. However, if you would still like to donate, our pickup service is completely free of charge. You can schedule a pickup here!
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D & E Threads is not a charitable organization. As of result, contributions are not tax deductible.
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We ask that all items deposited at our bins be bagged to maintain integrity of your items.
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There is no minimum or maximum limit on the number of items you can donate at one time.
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Absolutely! When scheduling a pickup, just provide an estimate of the number of items you'll donate. If the actual amount changes, there's no need to inform us.
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Absolutely, we can still schedule a pickup for you! Our flyers simply indicate the specific areas our drivers will be visiting on particular days of the week. However, our drivers are available to schedule pickups Monday through Saturday, from 7am to 3pm.
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Items recycled through D & E Threads are used to supply local & overseas stores and organizations with merchandise that they can resell to less fortunate individuals, ensuring no items are sent to landfills!