Marion’s Place
Store Hours 9 - 4:30 Tuesday thru Saturday
Donations accepted 10 - noon Tuesday thru Saturday
See Donation Guidelines below. Thank you!
Donations limited to no more than four bags (grocery sized bags, no large trash bags or contractor bags) or a couple of boxes. Larger donations by appointment only. We can accept the following items. EVERYTHING MUST BE CLEAN AND DRY. Check boxes you’ve been storing for any signs of rodent activity or mildew, in which case we will decline it. Only clean, dry, good quality clothing and linens, please - torn, stained or worn-out textiles are accepted for recycling, free of charge, at the Transfer Station. Please have your items unwrapped and ready for viewing, and wait your turn. Never leave anything without specific approval. Thank you!
Textiles - good condition clothing, linens, bedding, etc, clean, dry, no tears or stains.
Shoes and boots - only clean, unscuffed, nearly-new, and in pairs. No shoeboxes please.
Housewares – tableware, bakeware, pots and pans, utensils - they MUST be clean, no food residue.
Decorative items – paintings, sculpture, holiday items, etc.
Furniture – beds, chairs, couches, tables, dressers, etc. – must be solid and clean.
Craft items, sewing and art supplies, books, games, toys, puzzles – please be sure they have all the pieces!
Vinyl records, VHS, music tapes, CDs, DVDs, in playable condition No mix tapes, user-burned CDs
Basic electronics and small appliances - toasters, coffee makers, radios, lamps, blenders, food processors, microwaves and toaster ovens, etc. Must be completely clean and in good working condition. No microwaves over two years of age please. No TVs or monitors at this time. Nothing missing cords or chargers
Vintage & antique items, collectibles
Books - clean, dry, in good condition, no textbooks, encyclopedias. Must not have signs of rodents or mildew.
Baby equipment Exercise equipment Sporting goods Camping gear and sporting items Tools Gardening items
Industrial or hazardous cleaners or chemicals Opened cleaning products, personal products or cosmetics
Rusted, chipped, dirty or stained items Plastic greenhouse containers Items recalled by the manufacturer
We will decline anything that has unpleasant odor or is not clean.
Who’s Marion?
Marion Munford was a driving force behind HOPE’s original Free Clothing Room. She and her “merry band” spent countless hours sorting, washing, mending, and preparing clothing which was available to low income families and individuals. Marion was also a long-time member of HOPE’s board of trustees. She was energetic, cheerful, practical, and compassionate.
