What Would You Like to Give?
Explore ways to donate, review what we can accept, or find answers to common donation questions.
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Goods
Donate clothing, household goods, electronics, and other gently used items.
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Autos
Turn an unwanted vehicle into support for local education and employment programs.
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Financial
Make a direct financial contribution to expand local opportunity.
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What We Cannot Accept
Review the limited number of items that require specialized handling.
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FAQs
Find quick answers about donation locations, hours, receipts, and accepted items.
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Donation Pickup
Goodwill On the Go.
Have items to donate but can’t make it to a Goodwill location? We can help make giving a little easier.
Goodwill On the Go offers convenient donation pickup options for qualifying residential, business, and other donation needs. Start by entering your ZIP code and selecting the type of pickup you need.
Enter your ZIP code to begin checking pickup availability.
Select residential, business, or another available pickup option.
Continue through the scheduling process to find an available pickup that works for you.
Good Starts Here
When You Donate to Goodwill, You Start the Cycle of Good.
Evansville Goodwill Industries, Inc. helps our neighbors across 28 counties overcome barriers that stand between them and a better life—challenges like disability, lack of transportation, food insecurity, and a missing high school diploma.
Through our opportunity services, people gain far more than job training. They gain second chances, brighter futures, and the support of a community that truly believes in them.
We can only do this life-changing work because of your donations. Eighty-two cents of every dollar generated from donated goods directly funds local programs.
And more programs serving our local communities.
Dell Reconnect
Responsible Electronics Recycling.
Evansville Goodwill is proud to be part of Dell Reconnect, a national electronics recycling program that responsibly recycles unwanted technology.
Through this partnership, donated computers and electronics are either refurbished for reuse or recycled in an environmentally responsible way. This process protects the environment while supporting job training and community programs.
By donating electronics through Goodwill, you’re reducing electronic waste and support opportunity at the same time.
Before You Donate
What Can Goodwill Accept?
Your donations stock local Goodwill stores and support employment, education, and community services. A quick review before you load your vehicle to ensure your items can be put to good use.
Items We Can Accept
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Gently Used Clothing
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Gently Used Household Items
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Used Computers of Any Brand
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Other Clean, Sellable Goods
Items We Cannot Accept
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Chemicals and Paint
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Mattresses and Box Springs
Donation Questions
Frequently Asked Questions.
Find answers about what you can donate, donation receipts, pickup options, electronics recycling, vehicle donations, and how your generosity supports local opportunity.
01 What items can I donate to Evansville Goodwill?
Evansville Goodwill accepts many clean, gently used,
and sellable items, including clothing, household
goods, used computers of any brand, electronics, and
other items that are safe and ready for someone else
to enjoy.
A good rule of thumb is to donate items that you would
feel comfortable giving to a friend or family member.
02 What items can Evansville Goodwill not accept?
Certain items cannot be accepted because they require
specialized handling, disposal, or present safety
concerns.
Examples include
chemicals and paint as well as
mattresses and box springs.
Acceptance may vary depending on the item, so it is a
good idea to review the current donation guidelines
before bringing a large or unusual donation.
03 Where can I drop off my donations?
Evansville Goodwill retail locations offer convenient donation drop-off areas. You can use our store locator to find the location nearest you and review current addresses, hours, and contact information.
Find a Donation Location04 Does Evansville Goodwill pick up donations?
Yes. Goodwill On the Go offers convenient pickup
options for qualifying residential, business, and
other donation needs.
Start by entering your ZIP code and selecting the type
of pickup you need. Available services and scheduling
depend on your location and current pickup capacity.
05 Can I get a receipt for my donation?
Yes. Ask the donation attendant for a receipt when you
drop off your items and keep it with your records.
Donors are responsible for describing and assigning a
value to donated goods. Evansville Goodwill team
members cannot determine the monetary value of your
donation.
06 Are donations to Evansville Goodwill tax deductible?
Evansville Goodwill Industries, Inc. is a 501(c)(3)
nonprofit organization. Qualifying charitable
donations may be tax deductible depending on your
individual circumstances.
Keep your donation receipt and any required records.
Evansville Goodwill does not provide tax advice, so
please consult a qualified tax professional regarding
valuation, deductibility, and documentation
requirements.
07 Can I donate computers and electronics?
Yes. Evansville Goodwill accepts used computers of any
brand and participates in Dell Reconnect, a national
electronics recycling program.
Donated technology may be refurbished for reuse or
responsibly recycled, helping reduce electronic waste
while supporting local opportunity.
08 Can I donate a car or other vehicle?
Yes. Vehicle donations are accepted through Goodwill’s vehicle donation program. Donating an unwanted vehicle is another way to help support education, employment, and opportunity in local communities.
Donate a Vehicle09 Can I make a financial donation instead of donating goods?
Yes. Financial gifts provide another direct way to support Evansville Goodwill’s mission and help expand education, employment, and opportunity throughout the communities we serve.
Make a Financial Gift10 What happens to the items I donate?
Usable donated goods help stock local Evansville
Goodwill stores. When those items are purchased, the
revenue helps support our people, programs, and
mission throughout the tristate region.
Items that are not suitable for traditional retail may
also be directed toward reuse, salvage, or responsible
recycling channels when possible.
11 How does my donation support Evansville Goodwill’s mission?
Donated goods help power Evansville Goodwill’s Cycle
of Good. Revenue generated through those donations
supports programs that help local people overcome
barriers related to education, employment, disability,
transportation, and other challenges.
Eighty-two cents of every dollar generated from
donated goods directly funds local programs.
Your donations help support education, workforce
development, second-chance employment, and additional
services throughout our communities.
12 Can my business, school, or organization host a donation drive?
Yes. Businesses, schools, faith communities, civic
groups, and other organizations can help keep the Cycle
of Good moving by organizing a donation drive.
Evansville Goodwill can help your group plan the
collection and review current donation guidelines.
13 What should I do if I’m not sure whether Goodwill can accept my donation?
Review the current donation guidelines first. If you are still unsure, especially with a large, unusual, or specialty item, contact your nearest Evansville Goodwill location before transporting it.
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