Smart Ways to Donate Your Things When Moving

The idea of packing up your home seems overwhelming. Trying to figure out which among your stuff should stay with you is a little daunting but remember, letting go of things you don't need will maximize the space and help in reducing moving costs. 

• Professional movers recommend to start small. You can organize your closet and sort out clothes you've outgrown. You can find many donation centers out there where you can place old clothes and shoes that are still wearable. Do the same for your kids closet and even their toys!

• If you are downsizing your home or planning to buy new stuff for your home, you can donate large furniture such as sofa, tables, and bed, to Habitat for Humanity or other similar organizations.

• You can then move to your linen closet and kitchen cabinets. There are organizations, like crisis shelters for women, that accept household items including kitchen utensils, dishes, towels, and sheets. When packing up your kitchen, you can set aside houseware and non-perishable items you no longer need.

• According to professional movers, electronics are good items to donate when you're moving out. In fact, Goodwill Industries encourages you to donate used computers through their Reconnect Partnership. Your electronics will then be refurbished or recycled and will help in keeping the landfills free of non-biodegradable waste. 

Lastly, be sure to comply with donation guidelines. If you will sort further, you will find a lot of pre-loved items that other people can put into good use. This will lighten your load, do your part to preserve the environment, and reach out to communities in need.