Does the lazy, hazy summer heat make you crave more space and air? With the season’s slower pace, it’s the perfect time to declutter and refresh your home. Read on to discover five of the best items to donate this summer and how 9PickUp’s donation pickup services can make clearing out your space much simpler.
Outdoor Games and Sports Equipment
Summer is the peak season for outdoor play. If you have sports equipment or outdoor games that your household has outgrown, consider donating them. Items like soccer balls, tennis rackets, golf clubs or even bicycles can provide hours of fun to other families this summer and beyond. These donations help promote active living while freeing up space in your home. Note that while unwanted helmets may still have plenty of life left, they’re not often accepted for donation due to safety reasons.
Camping Gear
Your unwanted adventure gear can make someone else’s summer break especially memorable. If you have tents, coolers, backpacks or camping stoves that you no longer need, add them to your next donation pickup. Buying new gear can be expensive. Your donation may help families on a budget prepare for their next camping trip. Make sure the gear is still in working condition and ready for new adventures!
Picnic Supplies
Picnics are a summertime classic. Gently used picnic supplies are always a welcome donation. Think foldable picnic baskets, insulated totes, picnic blankets, or portable tables and benches. These items can help others enjoy easy, affordable outings at parks or beaches. If you’ve upgraded or have extras taking up space, donating picnic essentials is a great way to pass along moments of summer joy to another family.
Garden Furniture
As much as summer is all about adventure, it’s also prime time for relaxing outdoors, so garden furniture is always in demand. If you have gently used patio chairs, tables, loungers or umbrellas that no longer suit your space, consider adding them to your donation pickup. What you don’t need or want anymore could be somebody else’s perfect find as they search for items to reinvent their outdoor space. Weather-resistant pieces are especially appreciated in sunny and humid South Florida.
Summer Clothes and Accessories
Summer clothes tend to wear out quickly, and not everyone wants to invest in new seasonal pieces for just a few months of use. While some items, like hats or swimsuits, are often preferred with tags, others, like sundresses, shorts and children’s clothes, can be donated if they’re in good, gently used condition. If you have items like hats or bathing suits without tags, don’t rush to throw them away—condition matters! Items in good condition can still be a great fit for donation. Remember that what’s accepted may vary depending on where you donate, but at 9PickUp, there’s a long list of items that are suitable for donation pickup. Check out our list of acceptable items if you’re unsure about what can be donated.
Summer decluttering can be as meaningful as it is refreshing. Consider donating items that once made your summers fun and memorable—they could bring joy to someone else’s season, too. Donating unwanted items is a sustainable way to free up space at home while keeping usable goods out of landfills. At 9PickUp, we make donations easy. Give us a call at 1-888-9PickUp or contact us online to schedule your convenient, hassle-free donation pickup.