Cleaning out your home and starting fresh in the new year? Maybe you have diapers and wipes you no longer need.
Supporting our local community is one of the most impactful ways to give back, and Wilmington, NC, is home to several incredible organizations that are dedicated to helping those in need & welcomes your gently used donations.
Here’s a closer look at these organizations, what donations they accept, and where you can find them:
2 Share inc. (Free pickup)
Mission: Furnishing hope; Through furniture donations and financial support, we strive to give people hope and dignity in their lives by providing them with basic furnishings (beds, tables, couches, chairs, etc.).
Donations Accepted: We will pick up donated items (in good condition) at no cost to you. 2SHARE then delivers, free of charge, to families in need in the Greater Wilmington area. A full list of items accepted on their website.
Assistance League of Greater Wilmington
Mission:Assistance League of Greater Wilmington is a nonprofit 501(c)(3). Your contributions are fully tax deductible. We are an all-volunteer organization therefore your contribution is maximized. All donations stay in the Greater Wilmington area, benefiting adults and children in need through our philanthropic programs.
Donations Accepted: Proceeds from our Thrift Shop help fund our philanthropic programs. Bring your donations of new or gently used items to our Thrift Shop.
Location: 420 Eastwood Road Unit 107, Wilmington, NC 28403
Cape Fear Habitat for Humanity Restore (Free pickup)
Mission: Cape Fear Habitat ReStore is dedicated to helping build hope, homes and community.
Donations Accepted: As donation centers, we can accept home goods, furniture, building supplies, and more. Items are resold to help support our mission of affordable homes in our community. Every donation and every sale makes a difference! Donations can be dropped off at all 3 Cape Fear Habitat ReStore locations or picked up for free by calling our Donations Hotline at 910-686-9800.
Locations:
- Downtown ReStore – 1208 S. 3rd Street, Wilmington, NC 28405 | 910.762.4793
- Ogden ReStore – 7330 Market Street, Wilmington, NC 28411 | 910.686.9842
- Monkey Junction – 6138 Carolina Beach Road, Wilmington, NC 28412 | 910.660.4400
Diaper Bank of Southeastern NC
Mission: The DBNC Lower Cape Fear distributes diapers, adult incontinence items, and period products to support the dignity, health, and quality of life of Brunswick, Columbus, New Hanover, and Pender County residents.
Donations Accepted: Our biggest donation needs are 3t/4t pullups, 4t/5t pullups, and baby wipes.
Volunteer: Individuals can volunteer on Mondays and Wednesdays 10:00-12:00 during our drop-in hours, no advance registration needed. Great for groups and young helper approved!
Location: 915 S. 16th St., Wilmington, NC
Fresh Fruit Ministries
Mission: We share God’s unconditional love through outreach and supportive housing with people experiencing homelessness or human trafficking.
Donations Accepted: Non-perishable food items, gently used clothing, and toiletries.
Location: 2750 Vance St, Wilmington, NC 28412
Isaac Catholic Center Charities
Mission: To assist individuals and families in need with basic resources and guidance.
Donations Accepted: Non-perishable food, hygiene products, and baby supplies such as diapers and formula. If you are interested in donating material goods, you can drop them off at the entrance near the gym Monday through Thursday from 9 am til 11 am; please note we are no longer accepting large furniture donations. Call us at 910-762-5491, ext 135 if you have any questions.
Location: 412 Ann St., Wilmington, NC 28401
Good Shepherd Center Wilmington
Mission: To feed the hungry, shelter the homeless, and foster transition to housing.
Donations Accepted: Non-perishable food, household items, and gently used clothing. Monetary donations are also welcome to support their shelter and job training programs.
Location: 811 Martin St, Wilmington, NC 28401
Lifeline Pregnancy Center
Mission: To offer support and resources to expectant mothers and families in need.
Donations Accepted: Baby clothing, diapers, formula, baby food, and maternity items. They also accept larger items such as strollers and car seats (in good condition).To donate material items, please call (910) 392-0001 for current needs and accepted items.
Location: 4522 Fountain Dr, Wilmington, NC 28403
Foster Pantry via Memories of A Child
Mission: Easing the transition of foster care in Southeastern NC
Donations Accepted: While we have been working hard to secure NEW donations for our foster youth, there are some gently used donations we often accept on an as needed basis such as cribs, infant equipment and certain sizes that we are running low on.
Good News is – we have partnered with Memories of Child who will accept your gently used childrens items and provide us a generous credit to be used on items or sizes we currently need!
To arrange pick up or drop off of donations for Foster Pantry, please contact us at info@fosterpantry.org or text/call 910-707-4464.
Check Memories of A Child for drop-off times/locations. You can also gift your earnings for consignment to Foster Pantry, just ask!
Location: Memories of A Child – 6932 Market St, Wilmington
Foster Pantry Website | Memories of A Child
Vintage Values – Domestic Violence Center
Mission: To provide assistance and shelter to survivors of domestic violence through retail proceeds.
Donations Accepted: Gently used clothing, furniture, household goods, and small appliances
Location: Multiple locations in Wilmington:
Vintage Values on Castle
609 Castle Street
Monday – Saturday 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
910.762.7720 vintagevalues2@bellsouth.net
Vintage Values on College
413 South College Road
Monday – Saturday 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
910.793.4411
Vintage Values at Monkey Junction
5226 South College Road
Monday – Saturday 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
910.350.8918
All locations will happily take donations of your unwanted treasures.
To join our volunteer team, contact our General Retail Manager at 910.762.7720 or phone the shop of your choice.
Vigilant Hope
Mission: To create avenues for people to practice living out mercy and justice in their city.
Donations Accepted: Non-perishable food, hygiene kits, and warm clothing. A high demand for hygiene and mens clothing!
Location: Lake Forest Baptist Church – 1626 Lake Branch Dr, Wilmington, NC 28401
The Hope Ministry helps provide clothes for the homeless and those in need at no cost. Clothing is available for women, men, children, toddlers, and babies. The Clothes Closet, located on the street level of the sanctuary building, is open on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:00am – 2:00pm as well as on the second and fourth Saturdays of the month from 8:00am-10:00am. Have any items that you would like to donate? Donations are always accepted, and they can be dropped off during normal church hours.
Each of these organizations relies on the generosity of our community to continue their missions. By donating items or volunteering your time, you can help ensure that these groups have the resources they need to uplift those around us. Consider reaching out to learn more about their current needs and how you can make a difference.
If I’m missing any other organizations that accept tangible donations and they directly help folks in our community, let me know, and I’ll happily add them.
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