How to Donate to the Salvation Army Thrift Stores

The Salvation Army accepts all donations, including volunteer work.

The Salvation Army is a nonprofit charity that works in communities all over the world to aid the less fortunate. Monetary donations given to the Salvation Army are used to feed hungry children, provide disaster relief and fund children's activities. In-kind donations, such as clothing and appliances are sold in Salvation Army Thrift Stores: The proceeds from thrift stores are used to fund adult rehabilitation centers all over the country. Making a donation to the Salvation Army provides an income tax deduction on your federal income tax return and the process of donating is simple.

Instructions

1. Call the Salvation Army at 800-728-7825 to locate your local thrift store or to schedule a pick-up of the items you wish to donate. Find out the hours of operation of your local Salvation Army store and drop off your items -- or have them picked up. Obtain a receipt for your donations to use on your income tax return. You can donate furniture, clothing, shoes, toys, appliances and vehicles.

2. Go to the Salvation Army website SalvationArmy.org to make a monetary donation. You can make a single donation or a monthly donation, from either your credit card or your PayPal account on the Salvation Army website. You must provide your name, contact information and PayPal address or credit card number.

3. Donate your time to the Salvation Army by becoming a volunteer. Contact your local Salvation Army store by calling 800-728-7825 to inquire about the types of volunteer activities that are available to you.

References

• Salvation Army: Ways to Give
• Salvation Army: Donations
• Salvation Army: Volunteer Match