Your donation is invaluable!
-It is tax deductible.
-It generates revenue to fund services our agency provides for people with developmental disabilities.
-It helps to offer our community low cost quality merchandise, a fun shopping experience, and the opportunity to recycle items that might otherwise end up in landfills
-It is tax deductible.
-It generates revenue to fund services our agency provides for people with developmental disabilities.
-It helps to offer our community low cost quality merchandise, a fun shopping experience, and the opportunity to recycle items that might otherwise end up in landfills
Would you like to donate your gently used items?
You can drop off your donation every Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and we even take cars!
You can also call 757-625-7493 to arrange
pick-up service for larger items.
Donations are tax-deductible. We will be happy to provide you with a receipt.
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Below, you will find the lists of items we can use, those we cannot, and the reasons why we must say "thanks, but no thanks". We would like to express appreciation beforehand for your cooperation and understanding in this matter.By just taking a few moments to glance over this list, you are doing your part to help the Thrift Shop fulfill its mission. Again, we thank you for your support.
ITEMS WE ACCEPT
Accessories [hats, belts, ties, etc.]
Artwork
Bags
Books
Clothing
Collectibles
Computers
Electronics
Furniture
Holiday Decorations
Household Items
Jewelry
Linens
Luggage
Mattresses
Movies: DVD's - VHS
Music CD's-Cassettes-Vinyls
Pet Items
Shoes
Sporting Goods
Stationary/Office Items
Tools
Vehicles
WHEN YOU DROP OFF
Please do not leave items outside the Thrift Shop after hours as they are then exposed to the elements and may be vandalized or stolen.
We are required to have these items removed from the parking lot which costs the Thrift Shop money and takes away from the funds for our much-needed services.
We are required to have these items removed from the parking lot which costs the Thrift Shop money and takes away from the funds for our much-needed services.
ITEMS WE DO NOT ACCEPT
Appliances (large) = Freon hazard; too expensive to repair or remove.
Batteries -Auto/Household = Disposal issues.
Carpeting/padding = Not manageable; not able to be displayed in the Shop.
Large Computer Monitors = Outdated.
Console TV's = Outdated; not compatible with today's equipment.
Encyclopedias = Outdated materials; no demand.
Exercise Equipment = No demand, too large.
Gas containers = Safety issues.
Gas grills = Safety issues; cannot test and gas cylinder may leak.
Household Paints/Chemicals = Safety issues & disposal issues.
Heaters that use fuel = Safety issues.
Hospital beds = No demand.
Infant car seats = Safety issues.
Metal desks = Too big and heavy for staff to handle; no demand.
Pianos/Organs = Too large and heavy to handle.
Damaged or heavily stained upholstered furniture and mattresses
= No demand.
Tires = Costs to Thrift Shop to have them hauled away.
Toys = Safety Issues and recalls; we do however sell a few large toys after checking with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission website for safety recalls.
Waterbeds = No demand.
Window blinds = Variation in speciality sizes make them hard to sell.
Wire hangers = No demand
IRS CONTRIBUTION DEDUCTIONS GUIDELINES
This section provides general information about the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) regulations governing income tax deductions for gifts of property to charitable organizations such as the Hope House Foundation Thrift Shop. [Listed are general guidelines; always check for updates with IRS here]
When a taxpayer donates property and claims a charitable deduction, he or she must prove that the donation was made, and establish how much the donated property was worth at the time of contribution. The Thrift Shop cannot place a value on the goods even if requested by the donor to do so. Determining the fair market value of a gift of property remains the responsibility of the donor.
The Thrift Shop staff will provide a receipt that meets the IRS written substantiation requirements for donations.
CONTRIBUTION WORTH $500 OR LESS
If the donated merchandise is worth less than $500, you simply list the amount on your 1040's Schedule A and substantiate your deduction with a receipt from the Thrift Shop. This receipt must include the date and a general description of the property. When you make your donation(s), please request your receipt before leaving the Shop.
MORE THAN $500, BUT NOT OVER $5,000
If you report donations worth more than $500, you have to fill out IRS form 8283. On this, you have to identify and value the items — noting approximately when you bought them, , and approximately how much you paid for them.
The donor is not required to submit this form to the Thrift Shop, nor should the Thrift Shop staff sign or complete this form unless the donor's total claimed charitable deductions are more than $5,000. This is strictly a requirement of the donor.
MORE THAN $5,000
Any single item worth more than $5000, requires an independent appraisal.
The donor is required to submit two copies of the appraisal summary, IRS Form 8283, Section B to The Thrift Shop along with the donated property. The Thrift Shop will complete Part IV of Section B of both 8283 forms. The Thrift Shop must keep one copy on file and return the other copy to the donor.
When a taxpayer donates property and claims a charitable deduction, he or she must prove that the donation was made, and establish how much the donated property was worth at the time of contribution. The Thrift Shop cannot place a value on the goods even if requested by the donor to do so. Determining the fair market value of a gift of property remains the responsibility of the donor.
The Thrift Shop staff will provide a receipt that meets the IRS written substantiation requirements for donations.
CONTRIBUTION WORTH $500 OR LESS
If the donated merchandise is worth less than $500, you simply list the amount on your 1040's Schedule A and substantiate your deduction with a receipt from the Thrift Shop. This receipt must include the date and a general description of the property. When you make your donation(s), please request your receipt before leaving the Shop.
MORE THAN $500, BUT NOT OVER $5,000
If you report donations worth more than $500, you have to fill out IRS form 8283. On this, you have to identify and value the items — noting approximately when you bought them, , and approximately how much you paid for them.
The donor is not required to submit this form to the Thrift Shop, nor should the Thrift Shop staff sign or complete this form unless the donor's total claimed charitable deductions are more than $5,000. This is strictly a requirement of the donor.
MORE THAN $5,000
Any single item worth more than $5000, requires an independent appraisal.
The donor is required to submit two copies of the appraisal summary, IRS Form 8283, Section B to The Thrift Shop along with the donated property. The Thrift Shop will complete Part IV of Section B of both 8283 forms. The Thrift Shop must keep one copy on file and return the other copy to the donor.