An Up Close reader asked me to recommend local consignment and donation sources.
I have found it is much easier to move out the things in your home you are no longer using if you know where these items will be helpful. Please refer to their Web sites for locations and current wish lists.
Save the Family offers programs designed to empower families to conquer homelessness and achieve lifelong independence. They accept children’s clothes and household items with a few restrictions.
Free Arts of Arizona has an arts supply wish list. This is an organization working to heal abused and neglected children through the expression of art.
Dress for Success accepts women’s professional clothing. They help women dress for interviewing success.
Maggie’s Place helps pregnant women who find themselves alone and in need of help. They accept furniture, household articles, clothing and small appliances. Some of these items are sold in their thrift store, while women at their various homes in the Valley use other items.
My Sister’s Closet is a consignment store for designer apparel and accessories. Its companion store for men is Well Suited. The furniture location is called My Sister’s Attic. They are very particular about the brands accepted.
There are many more consignment and donation sites to fit your interests, and I encourage you to look around to find a good fit.
Nancy Nemitz, www.createthespace.com, is now offering downloadable classes on space and time management. Please visit her Web site for more information about this affordable, convenient option for getting more organized. Nancy offers on-site organizing assistance for homes and offices.