Give Stuff

A socially and environmentally responsible option

A socially and environmentally responsible option

Call us at (319) 382-2882 if you have a question about donating furniture or household items.

Central Furniture Rescue actively recycles, collaborating with city authorities and private organizations to divert as much waste from landfills as possible. To manage our inventory effectively and sustain our mission, CFR may sell overstock or high-value items when necessary. Funds received from these sales directly support our mission, allowing us to continue providing essential furniture and household items to those in need

How to Donate Stuff

Drop off hours:

Monday through Friday, 10 AM – 4 PM for household items 

🛋️ Large furniture items (couches, beds, dressers) can still be dropped off:

  • Mondays and Fridays: 10 AM – 2 PM
  • Bonus Saturday of the month: 9 AM – 12 PM

 

Drop off address:

Central Furniture Rescue

2275 16th Ave SW
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404

Partnering Mover – KJ Haul Away

Call for Quote 319-343-8488

www.kjhaulaway.com – to request a pickup on line

Or schedule a pick up with Central Furniture Rescue Volunteers

Schedule Furniture Pick Up

🚨 Important Donor Notice 🚨

Central Furniture Rescue is thankful for your generous donations!

To keep everyone safe, please note:

⚠️ Our insurance does not cover volunteers unloading items from your vehicle.

👉 If you are bringing heavy or bulky donations, please bring a helper to assist with unloading.

Our volunteers will:

Welcome you with gratitude 🙌

Direct you to the correct drop-off area

Ensure items are sorted and ready for families in need

But they cannot remove items from your vehicle.

💙 Thank you for your understanding and support as we continue turning empty spaces into homes.

Cedar Rapids Linn County Solid Waste Agency

Central Furniture Rescue is proud to partner with the Cedar Rapids Linn County Solid Waste Agency in our shared mission to reduce landfill waste and serve our community. Through this collaboration, the Agency hosts our collection containers and their staff help divert usable furniture and household items from the landfill. These items are then repurposed and provided to individuals and families transitioning out of homelessness. Together, we are creating a more sustainable, compassionate community—one rescued item at a time.

Furniture

  • Sofas and Love Seats
  • End Tables and Coffee Tables
  • Living room Chairs, recliners, and rockers
  • Small to Medium Kitchen Tables and chairs
  • Twin, Full, and Queen size Mattresses and Box Springs – Free of rips, stains, strong odors and/or pet hair
  • Dressers and night stands
  • Metal Bed Frames
  • Pack and plays
kitchen ware

Kitchenware

  • Bakeware and cookie sheets
  • Dishes and silverware
  • Drinking glasses
  • Kitchen towels and hot pan holders
  • Kitchen utensils – including can openers
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Mixing bowls
  • Pots and pans
  • Storage containers
  • Small appliances, including coffee makers, crock pots, microwaves and toasters
household

Household Goods

  • Bedding, including comforters, sheets, blankets
  • Bath towels, bath rugs and shower curtains
  • Area rugs
  • Trash cans, laundry baskets, fans, and lamps
  • TVs: manufactured in 2010 or newer, 36″ or smaller, free standing (no wall mount), flat panel, must include remote

Items We Do Not Accept

  • King Size Mattresses
  • China cabinets, buffets, and armoires
  • Clothes
  • Electric beds
  • Exercise equipment
  • Medical equipment
  • Mirrors
  • Large bookshelves/ Desks
  • Furniture made of particleboard
  • Entertainment centers and large TV stands
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pianos
  • Sleeper sofas
  • Headboards and footboards
  • Furniture with Glass
  • TV’s manufactured prior to 2010
  • Vacuums Manufactured prior to 2000

Our Quality Standard

Not sure if you should donate an item? Ask yourself if you would feel comfortable giving it to a friend or family member. 

  • Gently used and new items accepted
  • Free of rips, stains, strong odors and/or pet hair
  • All items must be clean, fully functioning and in good condition

All staff and volunteers have the right to refuse items that do not meet our quality standards

Central Furniture Rescue actively recycles, collaborating with city authorities and private organizations to divert as much waste from landfills as possible. To manage our inventory effectively and sustain our mission, CFR may sell overstock or high-value items when necessary. Funds received from these sales directly support our mission, allowing us to continue providing essential furniture and household items to those in need