Free Donation Pickup for Estate Items
DonateYourStuff.ca provides free scheduled estate donation pickup for qualifying reusable items across the GTA and select surrounding communities. We accept household goods, clothing, books, kitchenware, electronics, tools, collectibles, small furniture and more.
Estate items should be clean, complete and in good usable condition. Electronics and small appliances must work properly, furniture should be sturdy and manageable, and sets should include the important pieces needed for continued use.
Submit a pickup request with the property location, approximate number of bags, boxes, totes and loose items, along with a general description of the estate donations. We will review your request and contact you by email about pickup availability.
Estate Donations We Accept
Estate donations can include many different types of reusable belongings from around the home.
We accept qualifying household items, kitchenware, clothing, books, media, electronics, tools, collectibles, jewelry, hobby supplies, small furniture and other reusable goods.
The sections below explain the types of estate donations we accept and the important details to check before including them in your pickup request.
Why Condition Matters
Items from an estate may have been stored or unused for a long time, so they should be checked before being packed for donation.
Items must be clean, complete, functional and suitable for reuse. Clothing should be washed and wearable. Electronics and small appliances must work properly. Household goods should be safe, complete and ready to use.
Items that are broken, heavily worn, badly stained, mouldy, incomplete or no longer working create additional sorting and disposal instead of becoming useful donations.
Checking estate items before donating helps make sure more of what we collect can remain in circulation.
- Small Furniture
- Chairs (dining, office, or accent)
- Small tables, nightstands, end tables, side tables
- Lamps & light fixtures
- Small shelving units
- Curtains, blinds, mirrors, clocks
- Area rugs (small to medium, clean)
- Table linens (tablecloths, placemats, runners)
- Storage baskets & bins
- Cookware, pots, pans, and bakeware
- Dishes, glassware, mugs, cups
- Cutlery and utensil sets
- Mixing bowls, serving trays, cutting boards
- Small appliances in working condition (toasters, kettles, blenders, coffee makers, air fryers, slow cookers, etc.)
- Small kitchen furniture
- Men’s, women’s, and children’s clothing (clean & wearable)
- Jackets, coats, and seasonal outerwear
- Formal wear, business attire, and suits
- Dresses, gowns, and wedding or bridesmaid dresses
- Activewear and loungewear
- School uniforms and workwear
- Shoes, boots, sandals, and slippers
- Hats, scarves, gloves, and belts
- Handbags, purses, backpacks, and accessories
- Costumes and cultural clothing (clean and wearable)
- Children’s toys
- Building blocks and construction sets
- Dolls, action figures, and playsets
- Board games and card games
- Puzzles
- Educational toys
- Outdoor toys
- Ride-on toys
- Complete arts and crafts sets
- Video games and consoles
- Stuffed Animals & Plush
- Strollers
- Baby gates
- Baby carriers
- Activity centres
- Bouncers
- Baby swings
- Diaper bags
- Feeding supplies
- Baby clothing
- Baby shoes
- Baby toys
- Toddler ride-on toys
- Baby blankets
- Nursery décor
- Portable storage and organizers
Baby and toddler items must be clean, complete, fully functional, and free from damage, stains, mould, or missing safety parts. We do not accept car seats, cribs, crib mattresses, playpens, high chairs, recalled products, or any item that may present a safety risk.
- Yarn, fabric, thread, and notions
- Knitting and crochet supplies
- Sewing machines and sewing kits (working condition)
- Art and craft supplies (brushes, canvases, paints — sealed only)
- Hand tools (hammers, screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, etc.)
- Power tools (working condition only)
- Hardware & small toolboxes
- Extension cords, work lights, small paint tools (clean)
- Yard & garden tools (handheld only)
- TVs, flat screen and under 70 inches
- Desktop computers, laptops, and monitors
- Keyboards, mice, and computer accessories
- Tablets, e-readers, and mobile phones
- Gaming consoles, controllers, and video games
- DVD and Blu-ray players
- Small stereos, radios, and speakers
- Cables, chargers, remotes, and required accessories
All electronics must be fully functional and include the cords, chargers, remotes, or accessories needed to use them. Personal information must be removed from computers, tablets, and phones before pickup.
- Guitars, keyboards, violins, and small instruments
- Microphones, amplifiers, speakers, and accessories
- Sheet music and music stands
- Tuners, cables, and small sound equipment (working)
- Dumbbells, kettlebells, and weight plates (manageable size)
- Resistance bands, yoga mats, and foam rollers
- Compact exercise machines (stationary bikes, steppers, ellipticals — working only)
- Jump ropes, training accessories, and workout gear
- Gym bags and clean activewear
- Hockey sticks, gloves, pads, and skates
- Baseball gloves, bats, balls, and catcher’s gear
- Soccer, basketball, and volleyball equipment
- Tennis, badminton, and golf gear
- Team uniforms, cleats, and bags
We cannot accept damaged protective gear or recalled safety items.
- Camping gear (tents, sleeping bags, camp chairs, coolers, cookware)
- Hiking and hunting apparel (clean and wearable)
- Fishing rods, tackle boxes, and accessories
- Archery equipment, bows, and crossbows (must be safe and in good condition)
- Hunting knives, pocket knives, and collectible blades (legal size, securely packaged)
- Backpacks, lanterns, binoculars, and compasses
We do not accept firearms, ammunition, explosive devices, or anything requiring a restricted license.
- Artificial Christmas trees that are not pre-lit
- Ornaments, tree toppers, tree skirts and other tree decorations
- Christmas wreaths, garlands and artificial greenery without lights
- Christmas villages, nativity sets and figurines
- Stockings and mantel decorations
- Tabletop Christmas décor and centerpieces
- Christmas table linens, serving pieces and display décor
- Christmas decoration storage boxes and organizers
Christmas decorations must be clean, complete and in good usable condition. Artificial trees must include their main sections and stand. We do not accept Christmas lights OR pre-lit artificial trees.
- Halloween costumes for adults and children
- Masks, wigs, hats, capes, and costume accessories
- Indoor and outdoor Halloween decorations
- Wreaths, garlands, tabletop décor, and decorative pumpkins
- Working lighted, animated, and musical Halloween decorations
- Trick-or-treat bags, buckets, and reusable containers
- Halloween party décor, serving pieces, and displays
Costumes must be clean and wearable. Decorations must be clean, complete, and in good working condition.
- Desks & office chairs (small, one-person lift)
- Printers, calculators, laptops, and office accessories
- Notebooks, binders, and stationery (new or gently used)
Small, valuable pieces that can be loved again.
- Costume jewelry, earrings, necklaces, bracelets, and watches
- Vintage and antique jewelry (non-precious metals and stones welcome)
- Brooches, pins, cufflinks, and accessories
(Please package small jewelry securely before pickup.)
- Coins, stamps, and postcards
- Figurines, statues, and decorative keepsakes
- Comics, collectible cards, and memorabilia
- Vintage décor or small antiques
- Souvenirs, pins, medals, and badges
- Fiction, non-fiction, and children’s books
- Cookbooks, hobby guides, and textbooks (recent editions only)
- Comics, graphic novels, and magazines (current and complete)
- Educational workbooks and learning materials
- Coffee table and art books
We cannot accept books that are moldy, water-damaged, or missing pages.
Every reusable book has the opportunity for a second life while helping keep quality books in circulation and out of landfills.
Estate Donations We Can’t Accept
We cannot accept estate donations that are broken, unsafe, contaminated, excessively large, extremely heavy or unsuitable for reuse.
Please do not donate:
- Large or heavy furniture (sofas, sectionals, mattresses, wall units)
- Appliances (stoves, fridges, washers, dryers)
- Damaged, broken, or heavily worn items
- Hazardous materials (paint, chemicals, batteries, propane tanks)
- Construction materials or scrap metal
- Items affected by mold, pests, or strong odors
- Car seats, helmets, or recalled children’s items
- Firearms, ammunition, explosives, or any restricted or prohibited weapons
Items that do not meet our donation standards may be declined at pickup.
How Much is Needed for an Estate Donation Pickup?
Our estate donation pickup service is intended for donations large enough to reasonably justify sending a vehicle to the property.
One small bag, one box or one small household item will usually not qualify for pickup on its own.
An estate donation is more likely to qualify when it includes several bags, boxes or totes, multiple qualifying household items, or a combination of clothing, books, kitchenware, electronics, small furniture and other accepted categories.
A smaller amount from one category may also qualify when combined with other accepted donations.
You do not need to count every individual item. Provide your best estimate of the total number of bags, boxes, totes and loose items included.
The overall donation volume, condition, location and current pickup routes will determine whether pickup is available.
How to Prepare Estate Donations for Pickup
Please prepare all estate donations before your scheduled pickup.
Sort before donating: Separate anything being kept by family members, sold, removed through another service or left with the estate from the items being donated.
Check personal belongings: Look through drawers, pockets, handbags, boxes, books and storage containers for photographs, documents, keys, money and other personal belongings before packing.
Pack clothing securely: Place clean clothing, shoes and accessories inside bags, boxes or reusable totes.
Use strong boxes: Pack books, kitchenware, household goods and décor inside containers that can safely hold their weight.
Keep boxes manageable: Divide heavy books, dishes and other dense items between smaller containers that one person can safely carry.
Protect fragile items: Wrap glassware, dishes, mirrors, framed pieces and other breakable items before boxing them.
Keep sets together: Keep games, puzzles, electronics, tools and other multi-piece items with their matching pieces and accessories.
Test electronics and appliances: Make sure donated electronics and small appliances work before packing them.
Keep accessories together: Include chargers, cords, adapters, remotes, batteries and other parts needed to use an item.
Remove personal data: Delete personal information from computers, phones, tablets and other electronic devices.
Label containers: Labels such as Clothing, Books, Kitchen, Electronics, Household or Fragile can make larger estate donations easier to handle.
Keep donations separate: Make sure items being donated are clearly separated from anything remaining at the property.
Protect donations from weather: Keep prepared donations indoors or inside a dry garage until pickup.
For complete instructions, review our how to prepare your donations page before pickup.
How a Estate Donation Pickup Works
Step 1: Submit your pickup request: Provide the property location, approximate number of bags, boxes, totes and loose items, along with a general description of the estate donation.
Step 2: We review your request: We review the item types, condition, quantity, size, location, available vehicle space and scheduled routes. We may request photographs or additional information by email.
Step 3: Receive email confirmation: Your pickup is only scheduled after you receive confirmation by email. Dates and times entered on the form are requests and are not automatically secured.
Step 4: Prepare the approved donations: Pack smaller items securely, keep matching sets together, test electronics and protect fragile pieces.
Step 5: We collect the approved donation: Items that are broken, unsafe, contaminated, non-working, improperly packed or significantly different from what was described may be declined.
How Your Estate Donations Help
Donating reusable belongings from an estate helps:
- Keep clothing and household goods in circulation
- Extend the useful life of books, kitchenware and home décor
- Keep working electronics and small appliances in use
- Give toys, tools, sporting goods and other household items another opportunity to be reused
- Reduce waste from reusable estate belongings
- Create Canadian work connected to pickup, sorting and preparation
- Support the Family Relief Program through a portion of the value created
Estate Donation Pickup Areas
Schedule Your Free Estate Donation Pickup
Have several bags, boxes or reusable household items from an estate ready to donate?
Submit a pickup request with the property location, approximate number of bags, boxes, totes and loose items, along with a general description of what you have.
We will review your request and contact you by email regarding pickup availability.
Once approved, pack smaller items inside strong, manageable containers, protect fragile belongings and have all approved donations ready for collection.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a family member or executor arrange the estate donation pickup?
Yes. A family member, executor or other person responsible for handling the estate can submit the pickup request.
The person submitting the request should be able to provide an accurate description of what is being donated and make sure the approved items are ready for collection.
Can I request a pickup after an estate sale?
Yes. Qualifying reusable belongings remaining after an estate sale can be submitted for estate donation pickup.
Items being donated should be clearly separated from anything that has been sold, kept by the family or left at the property.
Does the entire estate need to be finished before I request a pickup?
No. You can request a pickup once you have enough estate items sorted to provide a reasonable estimate of what needs to be collected.
Only items that have already been selected for donation should be included in the request.
Can I arrange an estate donation pickup around a property closing date?
Yes. If the property is being prepared for sale or closing, you can request a preferred pickup date.
Submit the request as early as possible because pickup dates are subject to availability and are not confirmed until you receive scheduling confirmation by email.
What if we find more estate donations after the pickup has been confirmed?
Contact us if the amount being donated changes significantly.
Vehicle space is planned using the quantity included in the original request, so additional bags, boxes or loose items may affect what can be collected.
Do I need to be at the property during an estate donation pickup?
Not always.
Once the pickup has been confirmed, approved donations may be left in an agreed, visible and accessible ground-level location when this has been arranged in advance.
Everything must remain protected from rain and other weather until it is collected.
Who We Are
DonateYourStuff.ca is the official donation pickup arm of Thrift Society, a Canadian social reuse initiative that keeps useful goods in circulation while creating local employment, supporting family relief and reducing waste.
Every qualifying estate donation helps:
- Keep reusable belongings in circulation
- Give clothing, household goods, books, electronics and other items another opportunity to be used
- Create Canadian work connected to pickup, sorting, preparation and distribution
- Reduce waste by keeping reusable household items out of landfills
- Support the continued expansion of the Thrift Society reuse network
- Support the Family Relief Program through a portion of the value created by donated items
A portion of the value created through donated items helps support the Family Relief Program and other work connected to the continued growth of the initiative.
Other Donations We Accept
- DVDs & Blu-rays
- VHS Tapes
- Cassette Tapes
- Vinyl Records
- Books & Learning Materials
- Household Items & Small Furniture
- Kitchen & Dining
- Clothing & Accessories
- Baby Items
- Arts, Crafts & Sewing
- Tools & Home Improvement
- Electronics
- Musical Instruments & Audio Gear
- Fitness & Exercise Equipment
- Sporting Goods
- Camping & The Outdoors
- Holiday, Costumes & Seasonal
- Mobility & Medical Aids
- Pet Supplies
- Office & School Supplies
- Jewelry & Accessories
- Collectibles & Memorabilia
- Wall Art & Home Décor
- Bedding, Linens & Textiles