DONATIONS

Thank You for Choosing to Donate

​Your generosity directly supports our neighbors in need right here in Washington County.  Every item, every dollar, every act of giving helps us bring hope, reduce waste, and provide meaningful assistance to individuals and families facing hardship.

Make a Financial Donation

While our stores and volunteers provide vital support, the needs in our community continue to grow—often beyond what product donations or program revenue can cover. Financial gifts allow us to bridge that gap and respond quickly, compassionately, and effectively when someone is facing hardship.

How to donate - Gently used items 

 Our Slinger, West Bend, Hartford, or Jackson store have an outdoor drive-through bay where our friendly staff will gladly accept your generous donations.

Donation Policy
All items must be clean, gently used, and in good working order.​
​We always appreciate the generosity of our donors. Sometimes it is necessary to say no to some items. Either due to current government regulations or the lack of need for certain items along with the high cost of recycling. The list below will help you with items we accept and items we cannot accept.

Why Condition Matters:

At St. Vincent de Paul, we believe everyone deserves to shop with dignity. That's why we ask that all donated items be clean, gently used, and in good working condition.

When items arrive torn, stained, broken, or unsafe, we can’t place them on our sales floor—and unfortunately, we then must pay for disposal. This takes valuable time and resources away from our mission of helping neighbors in need.

By donating quality items, you're not only supporting a more respectful shopping experience for our customers—you’re also helping us stretch every dollar further in service to our community.

If you wouldn’t give it to a friend, please don’t give it to us.
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Thank you for helping us make the most of your generosity.

Your Gently Used Donations Make a Difference

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What We Gladly Accept

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Clothing & Accessories

• Men's, women's, children's, and baby clothing
• Shoes, coats, belts, purses, and hats

Housewares & Kitchen

• Dishes, pots/pans, bakeware, glassware, utensils
• Small appliances (toasters, microwaves, etc.)
• Towels, linens, curtains, drapes, knick-knacks

Furniture

• Chairs, sofas, tables, bookcases, dressers, wood desks, area rugs, lamps
• Note: Hartford accepts small furniture only; metal bed frames accepted only in Slinger

Electronics (Less than 10 years old and working)

• Flat screen TVs (LED/LCD only), radios, DVD/CD players, laptops, vacuums
• Computers, printers, phones, clocks, small appliances

Books & Media

• Hardcover/paperbacks, CDs, DVDs, vinyl records, magazines

Toys & Baby Gear

• Stuffed animals, puzzles, games, dolls, action figures
• Cribs, strollers, highchairs, walkers, swings, car seats (under 5 years old)

Sporting Goods & Tools

• Bicycles, scooters, golf clubs, skateboards, ski equipment
• Power tools, hand tools, garden décor

Medical Equipment

• Walkers, wheelchairs, shower chairs, toilet risers, canes, crutches

Pet Supplies

• Gently used pet beds, collars, bowls, cages, aquariums, toys

​Items We Cannot Accept

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To preserve dignity and reduce waste disposal costs, we cannot accept:

• Hazardous materials: Paint, chemicals, oils, propane tanks, pesticides
• Appliances with refrigerant: Refrigerators, air conditioners, freezers
• Large Appliances: Dishwashers, water heaters, gas ranges, large stoves
• Oversized/Heavy Furniture: Items over 6 ft tall or wide, sectional sofas
• Other: Pianos, organs, mattresses, futons, encyclopedias, tires, batteries
• Child Safety: Drop-side cribs, car seats over 5 years old
• Damaged or Unusable Items: Torn, stained, broken, or incomplete items

 📞 If you’re unsure, please call before donating.

Hartford: 262-673-6980

Jackson: 262-357-6507

Slinger: 262-644-4949

West Bend: 262-334-7291

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MORE WAYS TO GIVE 

Your generosity extends far beyond gently used goods. St. Vincent de Paul of Washington County welcomes a variety of meaningful contributions that support our programs and help us serve more neighbors in need.

E-CYCLE DONATION

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♻️ E-Cycle Donations
We accept some electronic items for responsible recycling. From cell phones to microwaves, your tech donations help keep harmful materials out of landfills while supporting our mission. 
Please Note: Some items—such as tube-style TVs, large monitors, and console units—may require a small recycling fee to cover safe disposal costs.  We are unable to accept items with refrigerant or hazardous components.

VEHICLE DONATION

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🚗 Vehicle Donations
Have an unwanted car, truck, RV, or motorcycle? Donate it! Proceeds from vehicle donations help fund critical outreach programs throughout Washington County.

CORPORATE DONATIONS

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🏢 Corporate Donations
Businesses and manufacturers can make a lasting impact by donating excess inventory, discontinued merchandise, or bulk goods. We welcome partnerships that support both sustainability and community care.

MONETARY GIFTS

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💵 Monetary Gifts
Your financial donation helps us provide emergency assistance, food, housing, and job support services right here in our community. Every dollar stays local.