DONATION GUIDELINES
We only accept new or like-new children’s items.
Donations are accepted during shop hours only. No donations after 3:30pm on Thursdays.
NO contractor bags or oversized moving boxes (we do not have the space).
As a courtesy to our neighbors and the library staff and patrons DO NOT leave donations anywhere outside of the shop or library.
Bring your donations in bags that you can drop-off.
See below for a list of items we do and do not accept.
The shop is a 501c3 and tax receipts are available
Clothing (Children & Maternity)
We accept like-new children’s clothing for all seasons all the time for sizes NB - big kid 12
Halloween costumes are always accepted
Please pre-sort your clothing donation. Items that are ripped or stained should be dropped into textile bins at Arlington Schools.
Toys & Books
Toys, games and puzzles that contain all parts
Board, picture, chapter and YA books that are in great shape - no broken spines please!
We do not accept vintage toys items
Please pre-sort your toy donation. Broken toys should be thrown away. We do not have the space to clean anything - give your toys a wipe down before dropping off.
Baby Gear
We are not accepting baby gear at the moment.
You can email us if you have items you’d like us to consider.
We can not accept any items that have a CPSC recall
Car seats must be accident free and include all parts
All parts must be included with your gear donation (ex. hardware, toy bars, safety straps, etc)