Pack Light: Make a Charitable Donation Before Your Next Move!

What to Do With Items You Don’t Want to Move

Moving to a new home can feel overwhelming, with countless tasks to check off your to-do list. Beyond the packing and planning, there’s another important step many people overlook: deciding what to do with items you don’t want to move. By carefully sorting through your belongings, you can save time, reduce moving costs, and simplify your relocation.

Step 1: Take an Inventory of Your Belongings

Before you start packing, create a home inventory. Go room by room and separate the items you want to keep from those you don’t. This process will help you:

• Identify unnecessary clutter
• Cut down on moving expenses
• Save time on packing and unpacking

Step 2: Decide What to Do With Unwanted Items

Once you’ve identified the belongings you won’t be taking with you, consider these options:

1. Give to Family and Friends – Some items may hold sentimental or practical value for loved ones.
2. Donate to Charity – Household goods, furniture, and electronics can often benefit those in need.
3. Sell or Recycle – If items still have market value, consider a garage sale, online marketplace, or recycling center.

Step 3: Donate to a Trusted Organization

A simple way to make a positive impact is to donate to a reputable charity like The Salvation Army. Here’s how:

• Set aside all donation items in one area of your home.
• Contact your local Salvation Army to schedule a free pick-up.
• Keep a detailed list of donated goods and their estimated value for tax purposes.

Why Donate to The Salvation Army?

Allied Van Lines has partnered with The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center (ARC) program through its #MoveForTheMostGood campaign. The ARC program is the largest free, self-funded adult rehabilitation program in the U.S., helping more than 320,000 people every year.

Your donated furniture, electronics, vehicles, and household goods go directly to Family Stores (with over 1,400 locations nationwide). The proceeds from these sales fund rehabilitation and recovery services, so your unwanted items can truly change lives.

👉 Learn more or schedule a donation pick-up at satruck.org.