Declutter and Do Good
Where to Donate, Consign, or Resell in the Annapolis Area
Christmas has come and gone. Now that you have cleaned up all the wrapping paper, you need to figure out where to put all those gifts. If you’re a little short on space, maybe it’s time to take a look inside those closets and storage rooms. Do you have clothes that are a bit too small or too big, toys that your kids have outgrown, or household items collecting dust? Well, these Annapolis area nonprofit organizations, thrift stores, and consignment shops will be happy to take those things off of your hands.
Donation Centers
Goodwill Industries of the Chesapeake
Goodwill has eight donation centers in the Annapolis area. They will accept most items of clothing, toys, furniture, and more, as long as things are in good condition. You can also have them pick up donation items for a fee.
Items Accepted: According to their website, “Goodwill accepts donations of clean, gently-used clothing and household items.”
Address: Visit their website to find your nearest location.
Drop-Off Times: Wednesday to Saturday, 10 AM to 4 PM. Sunday, 11 AM to 4 PM.
HOPE for All
HOPE for All is a local, Christian organization that provides basic needs to members of our community who do not have the financial means to do so themselves. Their clients may be transitioning from homelessness or just in need of a helping hand. HOPE for All supports them by visiting their homes to determine their needs and wishes, then delivering items directly to them.
Items Accepted: Clothing, furniture, household items, jewelry, books, toys, and more. Visit their website for more information.
Address: 122 Roesler Road, Glen Burnie, MD 21060
Drop-Off Times: Tuesday to Wednesday, 9:30 AM to 3 PM.
Joy Thrift Shop
Through the Joy Reigns Lutheran Church in Edgewater, this thrift shop keeps prices affordable to support the community. And proceeds from sales go back into the church’s programs.
Items Accepted: According to their website, “We accept donations of clothing, toys, small household items like kitchenwares, paperback books, lamps and small electronics.”
Address: 35 Mayo Road, Edgewater, MD 21037
Drop-Off Times: Monday, 9 AM to noon. Thursday, 5 to 8 PM. Saturday, 9 AM to noon.
Post Thrift
For military families, this thrift store run by the Fort Meade Spouses Club acts as a support for the community. It’s a place where you can either donate your items or sell them on consignment. The money from sales supports scholarships, grants, and outreach projects.
Items Accepted: Clothing, household goods, books, toys, electronics, and furniture. Items they don’t accept can be found here.
Address: On base at 392 Llewellyn Ave., Fort Meade. It is next to the Llewellyn Gate across from the pavilion.
Drop-Off Times: Tuesday to Thursday, 9 AM to 2 PM. First Saturdays, 9 AM to 1 PM. Second and Fourth Wednesdays, 5 to 8 PM. Consignments are only accepted by appointment.
Consignment Fee: 50%. More information can be found here.
Consignment Shops
A Second in Time
This shop offers a few methods of selling your items. In addition to their store, they sell on eBay and provide estate sale services. They focus on not only household goods such as furniture and antiques, but also handbags.
Items Accepted: Furniture, home décor, handbags, antiques, framed art and collectibles.
Address: 3820 Mountain Road, Pasadena, MD 21122
Drop-Off Times: By appointment only Tuesday to Friday, 10 AM to 4 PM.
Consignment Fee: 50% split for items sold in the store. Items sold on eBay have a 60/40 split, with 40% going to you after fees are subtracted. The shop also requires a $10 annual fee. You can find more information here.
Honeysuckle Quality Consignment
Offering what they refer to as “three shops in one location,” Honeysuckle sells clothing through their Honeysuckle Boutique, furniture and decor through Honeysuckle Home, and children’s items through Little Honeys. Clothes should be in style and seasonally appropriate.
Items Accepted: Furniture, décor, women’s clothing, children’s clothing, and accessories.
Address: 1584 Ritchie Highway, Arnold, MD 21012
Drop-Off Times: Clothing, accessories, and smaller home décor items are accepted without an appointment Tuesday to Friday, 11 AM to 5 PM. Larger pieces and furniture will need an appointment.
Consignment Fee: 60% of the selling price to the shop, 40% to you, minus fees. For items that sell for more than $150, the split is 50/50. The shop also requires a $5 annual fee. You can find more information here.
Memories on Wayberry
Run by two mothers in Edgewater, this consignment shop accepts designer and non-designer clothing for women, men, and children. You can use the money you make from consignment as store credit, with a 10 percent discount. They will donate unsold items to charity.
Items Accepted: Women’s clothing, children’s clothing, shoes, accessories, and men’s vintage t-shirts. Men’s business casual items are welcome if they are new or like new. They do not accept home goods, undergarments, hair accessories, pajamas, or men’s suits, slacks, or business attire. They prefer items in style from the past two years.
Address: 97 Mayo Road, Edgewater, MD 21037
Drop-Off Times: By appointment only, Tuesday to Saturday, 10 AM to 5 PM.
Consignment Fee: 60% of the selling price to the shop, 40% to you, minus fees. Proceeds from sales of high-end designer handbags can be split 50/50 if the sale is more than $250. The shop also requires a $10 annual fee. You can find more information here.
Once Upon a Child
Most items of children’s clothing and gear are accepted at this store. Clothing can be for any season. They offer cash directly after going through everything. They request that items are brought in a hard-sided container such as a box or a plastic bin. Any items they don’t accept, they will give right back to you.
Items Accepted: Children’s clothing sizes preemie to youth 18/20, shoes, accessories, toys, books, baby equipment, furniture, and more. They do not take cribs, cradles, DVDs, stuffed toys, dressers, mattresses, car seats, or bedding. They only accept bathtubs, potty seats, and diaper pails new and in their original packaging. They may not accept baby gear if they have enough of them.
Address: 750 Maryland Route 3 South, Gambrills, MD 21054
Drop-Off Times: No appointment required. Monday to Saturday, 9 AM to 8 PM. Sunday, 10 AM to 6 PM.
Consignment Fee: No fee. They offer cash for your items on the spot.
One Petticoat Lane
This store in West Annapolis specializes in selling higher-end designer clothing, jewelry, and accessories, as well as antique and unique home décor. They also offer personal styling consultation, interior design consultation, and home staging.
Items Accepted: Furniture, women’s clothing, jewelry, and accessories. Items should be current style or quality vintage.
Address: 2 Annapolis St., Annapolis, MD 21401
Drop-Off Times: Women’s clothes and home décor are accepted without appointment, Wednesday to Friday, 10 AM to 6 PM. You need an appointment to deliver furniture.
Consignment Fee: 60% of the selling price to the shop, 40% to you, minus fees. For items that sell for more than $200, the split is 50/50. The shop also requires a $10 annual fee. You can find more information here.
New to You
Off of Forest Drive and Chinquapin Round Road, this thrift store carries clothing, accessories, jewelry, toys, and household items. If they do not sell an item, they can donate it to a local church with your permission.
Items Accepted: In-season, in-style women’s clothing, designer handbags, jewelry, home décor, collectibles, and furniture for consignment.
Address: 1916 Forest Drive, Annapolis, MD 21401
Drop-Off Times: By appointment only. Monday to Saturday, 10 AM to 5:45 PM. Sunday, noon to 4:45 PM.
Consignment Fee: 60% of the selling price to the shop, 40% to you. The shop also requires a $7 annual fee.
Return to OZ Consignments
Originally a children’s clothing resale shop, Return to OZ has grown to include women’s clothing and home furnishings.
Items Accepted: Toys, seasonally appropriate women’s and children’s clothing, and furniture. Clothing should not be more than five years old.
Address: 2011 West Street, Annapolis, MD 21401
Drop-Off Times: By appointment only, Monday to Saturday, 10:15 AM to 4 PM.
Consignment Fee: 60% of the selling price to the shop, 40% to you. For furniture items more than $25, the split is 50/50. Toys and books are purchased outright by appointment only. You can find more information here.
Second Wind Consignments
Down in South County, this shop in Deale may not accept clothing, but they accept some unique items. Fishing gear, marine hardware, and tools are all welcome for consignment.
Items Accepted: Furniture, home décor, kitchen items, jewelry, handbags, musical instruments, marine hardware and equipment, and more.
Address: 661 Deale Road, Deale, MD 20751
Drop-Off Times: By appointment only, Tuesday to Friday, 10 AM to 5 PM.
Consignment Fee: Proceeds from the sale of items in “like-new” condition will be split 50/50 after fees. For items that are not “like-new,” the split will be 60% to the shop and 40% to you after fees. You can find more information here.
Online Options
Green Drop
This is a service that provides a truck and movers to come and pick up boxes and bags of items that you want to donate. You can schedule a pick-up online at your convenience. The organizations they support include the Purple Heart Foundation and the American Red Cross. Or you can drop off your items at their Arundel Mills or Laurel locations.
Freecycle
If you have any items that a consignment shop or donation center won’t accept, but you still think it might be in good working order, try Freecycle. It’s a website where you can post your goods online and people will message you to determine pick-up time and place. Then you’ll know for sure that your item will go to someone who really wants it.
Once you have finished going through your closets and storage spaces, pack everything up and head to one of these local sites. Give a boost to local businesses, the community, and even your wallet. Then start the New Year off fresh with a clean and well-organized home!
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