*If you need further help finding a resource, please call the PCOA Helpline at 520-790-7262*
PCOA assumes no responsibility by providing this information. This list is a community service and not an endorsement of any organization listed. We update information annually, however information could change over the course of a year. Please verify directly with the resource.
Donation/Disposal Resources
The following list is provided as a community resource and is not an endorsement of any organization listed. It is intended as a guide to identify charities and other organizations in Pima County that accept donated items or items that need to be disposed of or recycled. This is not a complete listing nor a substitute for further research. It is a good idea to call the organizations on this list ahead of time to verify what they will and will not take and to see if your item(s) will be accepted. For comprehensive information on organizations that accept donated items, call Tucson Clean and Beautiful, Inc., at (520) 791-3109 or visit their website: http://tucsoncleanandbeautiful.org.
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HabiStore Home Improvement Center
Habitat for Humanity Tucson Inc.
HabiStore Retail Home Improvement Center
935 W. Grant Rd.
Tucson, AZ 85705
(520) 326-1217 | (520) 230-5323 Donation Line
Email: habistore@habitattucson.orgdescription
The HabiStore accepts new and used lumber, appliances, tools, cabinets, light fixtures, doors, windows, hardware, furniture, and general construction materials and sells the items to the general public at below cost.
service area
Tucson
business hours
M - S 9:00 - 5:00 PM, Su 12:00 - 4:00 Donation PickUps Tuesday-Saturday at 520-230-5323
Household Hazardous Waste Program (HHW)
City of Tucson
Environment and General Services Department
5300 E. Los Reales Rd.
Tucson, AZ 85756
(520) 791-4183
Fax: (520) 791-5642Email: Casandra.Beaty@tucsonaz.gov
description
The City of Tucson provides a household hazardous waste program. Waste products include toxic chemicals, poison, flammable liquids or materials, etc. If you cannot drop your items off, you can request a home pick-up for a fee of $25.00 added to your monthly bill. Call to make an appointment or submit an online service request.
business hours
Thur, Fri, Sat 7 am to 4 pm
costs
If inside the City of Tucson city limits, there is no fee; if outside of the City of Tucson city limits, it is a $10.00 drop-off fee.
Lions Recycle for Sight Program
description
Tucson Lions Club collects and processes used eyeglasses for shipment to developing countries. Drop off used eyeglasses at any Tucson Lions eyeglass collection sites. Visit our website for drop-off locations.
Medical Loan Chest Program
New Spirit Lutheran Church
8701 E. Old Spanish Tr.
Tucson, AZ 85710
(520) 296-2461
Fax: (520) 296-8940Email: newspiritlutherantucson@yahoo.com
https://newspiritlutherantucson.org/food-bank-and-medical-loan-chest/
description
Our Medical Loan Chest is a “lending library” type that carries wheelchairs, walkers, bedside commodes, shower chairs, and tub transfer benches. Whenever the need arises for something in this area – and we have the particular item in stock – we’d be pleased to lend it to you free of charge. And, if you have wheelchairs, 4-wheel walkers, bedside commodes, shower chairs, or tub transfer benches that you no longer need, contact the office at 520-296-2461, and we will be glad to have you drop them off. All items must be cleaned and in good working condition. This is what good neighbors are for – helping each other out!
business hours
M - Th 8:00 am to 3:00 pm
Pima Council on Aging (PCOA) - Diaper Bank
Diaper Bank Drop Off Locations
8467 E. Broadway Blvd.
Tucson, AZ 85710
(520) 790-7262
Email: help@pcoa.orgdescription
Pima Council on Aging accepts donations from the community of new adult incontinence supplies. All brands and all sizes are put to good use. Partially opened packages are also accepted. Donated supplies are made available to medically needy low-income individuals living within Pima County, mostly aged 60 and over, who have no other resources to obtain such supplies.
service area
Tucson
business hours
M - F 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
PMHDC Southwest Medical Aid (PSMA)
Portable Practical Educational Preparation, Inc. (PPEP)
720 E. 46th St.
Tucson, AZ 85713
(520) 622-2938
Email: psma@ppep.orgdescription
PMHDC Southwest Medical Aid is a volunteer 501c3 non-profit organization dedicated to providing durable medical equipment and supplies free of charge to those in need. Recipients have been affected by poverty, fixed income, terminal illness, or natural disasters. PSMA distributes these items at no cost through a network of partner agencies. These agencies must refer individuals in need of these supplies.
business hours
M - F 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Robles Ranch Community Center
16150 W. Ajo Way
Tucson, AZ 85735
(520) 822-4408 | (520) 343-2353 Food Pantry
http://pima.gov/1298/Robles-Ranch-Community-Centerdescription
Robles Ranch Community Center provides crafts for older adults.
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 11 am to 1 pm.
Come in and do whatever craft you feel like.
Mexican Train Dominoes
Tuesdays from 11 am to 1 pm.
Public Activities
Public Computer Lab: Monday through Friday from 10:30 am to 5:30 pm.
Pool Table: Monday through Friday from 10:30 am to 5:30 pm.
Library: Monday through Friday from 10:30 am to 5:30 pm.
Arena: Monday through Friday from 10:30 am to 5:30 pm.
Community Resources
Community Clothing Bank (My Friend's Closet)
Wednesdays from 11 am to 6 pm.
Donations are accepted by appointment only, please email My Friend's Closet to schedule an appointment.
Food Pantry
Tuesdays from 10 am to 3 pm.
Wednesdays from 3 pm to 6 pm.
Fridays from 10 am to 3 pm.
Phone: 520-343-2353
Pima - Tucson Library Book Mobile
Every third Tuesday of the month from 2:30 pm to 3:30 pm.
business hours
T 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM, W 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM, F 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Southern Arizona Adaptive Sports
description
Southern Arizona Adaptive Sports (SAAS) provides fitness & wellness activities and recreational and competitive sports opportunities for people with physical disabilities. SAAS offers wheelchair basketball, tennis, and softball, plus wheelchair fitness and skills classes through a partnership with the City of Tucson Therapeutic Recreation. SAAS has a fleet of handcycles, and recumbent trikes loaned to people and available at regular group rides along The Loop. SAAS has a peer mentoring program matching newly injured with peers who have lived experience with paralysis, limb loss, and other disabilities. SAAS CARES Project Renew the wheelchair refurbishing program collects donated wheelchairs, power wheelchairs, and mobility scooters for refurbishing and redistribution to people in need.
service area
Southern Arizona,Tucson
business hours
M - F 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
St. Vincent de Paul of Southern Arizona - Thrift Store
description
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul operates thrift stores that sell furniture and household items. For a list of store locations, please visit our website or call our administrative office at 520-628-7837.
business hours
M-F 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
The 3000 Club
Computer Refurbishing & Recycling
4515 E. 22nd St.
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 373-5256
Email: 3000tucson@gmail.comdescription
Recycle all computers and Electronics. Your donation will be redirected for reuse or recycled.
business hours
M - F 10:30 am-4:30 am