Boston

Due to our great need for warm winter essentials we have extended our donation drop-off hours at the Giving Factory Monday-Friday from 7:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M. through February 17th.

What we need, and in what condition

We accept donations of a wide range of goods that are used by preteens of all ages, from infants on up. If your children used it lightly, “our” children can probably use it, too.

Ideally, we would never have to dispose of a donated item. (That costs us time and money.) Please review the standards below to make sure that we can put your item to good use.

Please review the below information before you give:

What we need

  • Clothing (kids' sizes 0–20 and adult sizes S, M, L)
  • Shoes, boots
  • Coats
  • Books
  • New arts and crafts/school supplies
  • Baby supplies, especially bedding
  • Baby equipment
  • Brand new toys (for birthday gifts)
  • New hygiene supplies for ages 0 to 12
  • Laundry detergent, batteries, shoelaces

What we can’t accept

  • Carseats over 5 years old
  • Cribs without their hardware and instructions
  • DVDs/CDs/VHS tapes/computer games
  • Religious books/toys, including Christmas/Hannukah/Kwanzaa related items
  • Books about families (“I Love Mommy,” “Daddy and I”)
  • Underwear/socks out of its package
  • Military related or violent toys/games
  • Large plastic toys
  • Stuffed animals
  • Used hygiene products/baby food/breastfeeding supplies
  • Used arts and crafts/coloring supplies