Many Milwaukee shelters and organizations accept new and gently-used donations. Here are a few options.
Freecycle - Join the Milwaukee network, moderated by local volunteers, to give away or get free items from neighbors in the community.
Goodwill - Accepts wide variety of household items. Review their list of accepted and unaccepted items for drop off at a store near you.
Meta House - Accepts new and gently-used hobby, household, and personal care items. Visit the website to review the in-kind donation wish list and find contact information.
Purple Heart Service Foundation - Accepts vehicles and clothing.
Milwaukee Public Library - Accepts donated books written within the last 10 years. Books may be put into the collection or sold to the public to raise funds.
Habitat for Humanity Restore - Accepts new and used homegoods, cabinetry, building supplies, etc. Deconstruction and pick up services available for large donations.
Salvation Army - Accepts a wide variety of items including furniture, clothing, household goods, appliances, and vehicles. Visit the website to schedule a free pick up, find a drop off location, or find a thrift store near you.
St Vincent de Paul - Accepts clothing, household items, furniture, cleaning and serving supplies, and vehicles. Visit the website to find what items they will provide a free pick up for or to find the nearest drop-off box location.
Review Earth 911's recycling database for other private and non-profit organizations accepting material donations.