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Donation Acceptance Guidelines
All items will be evaluated at the time of donation based on the guidelines provided, salability, and overall safety. ReStore Associates reserve the right to decline donations that do not meet all standards.

Donate Items
Donation Guidelines
Your new and gently used home improvement goods help fund affordable housing — and donating is easy!
Drop off donations at the ReStore or schedule a no-cost pickup in Fayette and some surrounding counties.
Items will be evaluated at the time of donation based on the guidelines provided, salability and safety. ReStore associates reserve the right to decline donations. Donations may be tax deductible.
Now partnering with Scott/Bourbon County Habitat for Humanity to provide no-cost donation pickups
in Scott County.
SEARCH BY ITEM NAME
Donation Guidelins Anchor
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Yes, Please!
Cooktop, freezer, oven, small appliances, stove/range, vent hood, dryer, washer 15 years old or newer. Electric appliances only. S( https://lexingtonrestore.com/draft-acceptance-guidelines-nov-2023#thee-ways-to-donate-anhor)ee drop-off hours and directions.�(https://lexingtonrestore.com/donateitems#thee-ways-to-donate-anhor)� Minimum quantity required to qualify for pickup service.(https://lexingtonrestore.vonigo.com/external/#0.4560881473439762)
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We Need More Info
Dishwasher, refrigerator. Must be newer than 2014 (Lead Water Act). Contact us. (mailto: restore@lexhabitat.org)
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No, Thank You
Gas appliances, water heaters, subzero freezers, commercial appliances, trash compactors, used disposals.
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Yes, Please!
Books, cassettes, CDs, DVDs, records, video games, board games, puzzles. Drop off recommended. See hours and directions.(https://lexingtonrestore.com/draft-acceptance-guidelines-nov-2023#thee-ways-to-donate-anhor)
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We Need More Info
Large quantity? Your donation may quality for our pick up service. Contact us. (mailto: restore@lexhabitat.org)
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No, Thank You
Magazines, encyclopedias, textbooks.
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Sheet goods (minimum 4ft x 4ft), lumber/trim 6-12 ft, roofing new in packaging, insulation new in packaging, siding in original packaging. Free of nails/staples. S(https://www.lexingtonrestore.com/draft-acceptance-guidelines-nov-2023#thee-ways-to-donate-anhor)ee drop-off hours and directions.�(https://www.lexingtonrestore.com/draft-acceptance-guidelines-nov-2023#thee-ways-to-donate-anhor)� Minimum quantity required to qualify for pickup service.(https://lexingtonrestore.vonigo.com/external/#0.4560881473439762)
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No, Thank You
Used ceiling tiles, used lumber with nails/staples.
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Yes, Please!
Clean cabinets with all doors and drawers attached, free of nails. Countertops must be in good condition and straight sections 4 ft or longer with no cut outs. Countertops are not eligible for pick up without accompanying cabinets. See drop-off hours and directions.(https://www.lexingtonrestore.com/draft-acceptance-guidelines-nov-2023#thee-ways-to-donate-anhor)
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No, Thank You
Cabinets with smoke, mold or water damage. L or U shaped countertops, sink cut outs, stone counters without cabinets.
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Uninstallation Service
The ReStore is proud to offer a no-cost service to uninstall kitchen and bathroom cabinets. 🔧Request an uninstall online(https://www.lexingtonrestore.com/deconstruction) or call 859.252.2224 ext 110.
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Yes, Please!
Interior doors, residential exterior doors, closet doors. See drop-off hours and directions.�(https://lexingtonrestore.com/draft-acceptance-guidelines-nov-2023#thee-ways-to-donate-anhor)� Minimum quantity required to qualify for pickup service.(https://lexingtonrestore.vonigo.com/external/#0.4560881473439762)
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We Need More Info
Sliding patio doors, cabinet doors. Must include frame and may be size dependent. Cabinet doors without cabinets are drop off only. Contact us. (mailto: restore@lexhabitat.org)
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No, Thank You
Commercial doors, garage doors, shower doors.
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Must be in working condition, with cords and remotes. Flat screen TVs must be less than 5 yrs old. S(https://www.lexingtonrestore.com/draft-acceptance-guidelines-nov-2023#thee-ways-to-donate-anhor)ee drop-off hours and directions.�(https://www.lexingtonrestore.com/draft-acceptance-guidelines-nov-2023#thee-ways-to-donate-anhor)� Eligible for pickup service with other qualifying items or large quantities.(https://lexingtonrestore.vonigo.com/external/#0.4560881473439762)
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No, Thank You
Tube TVs, computers, laptops, exercise equipment, satellite/cable equipment, phones, printers. ♻️Disposal available at Fayette Co Electronics Recycling Center. (https://www.lexingtonky.gov/electronics-recycling)
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Minimum of 100 square feet unused tile, laminate, linoleum, hard wood. Must be in packaging. Carpet must be brand-new and in rolls. Please provide the dimensions. Area rugs must be like new, free from stains, odors, and/or noticeable wear. See drop-off hours and directions. (https://www.lexingtonrestore.com/draft-acceptance-guidelines-nov-2023#thee-ways-to-donate-anhor)
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No, Thank You
Used flooring.
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Yes, Please!
Antiques, bedframes, chairs, chests, couches, curio cabinets, file cabinets, dressers, ottomans, patio furniture, shelving, sofas, tables. Must be free of rips, stains, and excessive wear; pet and smoke odors. See drop-off hours and directions.
(https://www.lexingtonrestore.com/draft-acceptance-guidelines-nov-2023#thee-ways-to-donate-anhor) 🚚 Eligible for pickup service (some items cannot be picked up individually).(https://lexingtonrestore.vonigo.com/external/#0.9972228919813293)
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Desks, wardrobes, entertainment centers, futons, game tables, fireplace/mantles, reclining sofas, curio cabinets and China cabinets. Must be 4ft or less. Manager reserves discretion for considering safety in moving and scheduling. Contact us. (mailto: restore@lexhabitat.org)
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No, Thank You
Armoires, baby furniture, box spring, cubicles, executive desks, mattresses, piano/organs, sleeper sofas. Furniture in need of repair or damaged.
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Yes, Please!
Artwork, artificial plants, décor, holiday decorations, kitchenware, tableware, lamps, mirrors (framed), rugs.
See drop-off hours and directions.(https://www.lexingtonrestore.com/draft-acceptance-guidelines-nov-2023#thee-ways-to-donate-anhor)
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No, Thank You
Baby items, unframed glass/mirrors, linens (bed/bath), toys, pet gates, Tupperware, used office supplies, corded curtains, corded blinds, valences, used candles, personalized items.
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AC window units, fireplace inserts, ducting and vents, furnaces, heaters. Must be in complete working order, electric appliances only. See drop-off hours and directions.�(https://www.lexingtonrestore.com/draft-acceptance-guidelines-nov-2023#thee-ways-to-donate-anhor)� Minimum quantity required to qualify for pickup service.(https://lexingtonrestore.vonigo.com/external/#0.4560881473439762)
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No, Thank You
Items older than 10 years, gas units, central air units.
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Patio furniture/décor, gardening supplies, lawn mowers, grills. Fuel must be removed. Soil and fertilizers must be unopened. See drop-off hours and directions.�(https://lexingtonrestore.com/draft-acceptance-guidelines-nov-2023#thee-ways-to-donate-anhor)� Minimum quantity required to qualify for pickup service.(https://lexingtonrestore.vonigo.com/external/#0.4560881473439762)
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Fencing, deck materials, bricks and pavers in resalable condition (free of dirt and excess concrete). Contact us. (mailto: restore@lexhabitat.org)
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No, Thank You
Propane tanks, hot tubs, swing sets, play structures, ladders, liquid chemicals. View disposal instructions and LFUCG household hazardous waste collection events.(https://www.lexingtonky.gov/household-hazardous-waste)
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Residential fixtures in working condition, unopened LED bulbs, ceiling fans (new-in-box or fully assembled). See drop-off hours and directions.�(https://www.lexingtonrestore.com/draft-acceptance-guidelines-nov-2023#thee-ways-to-donate-anhor)� Minimum quantity required to qualify for pickup service.(https://lexingtonrestore.vonigo.com/external/#0.4560881473439762)
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No, Thank You
Used light bulbs, commercial fixtures, fluorescent bulbs or fixtures, track lighting, unassembled ceiling fans.
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Suitcases, grandfather clocks, holiday décor. Christmas trees must be in box. Drop off recommended for small items. See drop-off hours and directions.(https://lexingtonrestore.com/draft-acceptance-guidelines-nov-2023#thee-ways-to-donate-anhor)
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No, Thank You
Medical equipment, sports/exercise equipment, bikes, baby items, pet items, cleaning supplies and other chemicals. ♻️Disposal available at Fayette Co Hazardous Household Waste Collection events.(https://www.lexingtonky.gov/household-hazardous-waste)
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Latex paint, wood stain. Cans should be free of rust, never frozen, and in their original container. See drop-off hours and directions.(https://lexingtonrestore.com/draft-acceptance-guidelines-nov-2023#thee-ways-to-donate-anhor)
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No, Thank You
Oil based paint. ♻️Disposal available at Fayette Co Hazardous Household Waste Collection events.(https://www.lexingtonky.gov/household-hazardous-waste)
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Pedestal sinks, vanity sinks, clean PVC (minimum 4ft). Toilets must be sanitized, low flow,(https://www.epa.gov/watersense/residential-toilets) new and in packaging or newer than 2014. See drop-off hours and directions.(https://lexingtonrestore.com/draft-acceptance-guidelines-nov-2023#thee-ways-to-donate-anhor)
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Bathtubs, shower inserts, faucets, cast iron claw foot tubs and sinks, dishwashers. Contact us. (mailto: restore@lexhabitat.org) (mailto: restore@lexhabitat.org)
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No, Thank You
Used shower doors, vanity tops over 36in without base, cast iron tub inserts.
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Hand and power tools with all parts and in working condition, yard tools, bench tools, sorted hardware. Fuel must be removed. See drop-off hours and directions.�(https://lexingtonrestore.com/draft-acceptance-guidelines-nov-2023#thee-ways-to-donate-anhor)� Eligible for pickup service with other qualifying items or large quantities.(https://lexingtonrestore.vonigo.com/external/#0.4560881473439762)
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No, Thank You
Tools in poor condition, missing parts or batteries, ladders/scaffolding, safety and protective equipment (PPE).
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Windows must be in frame and installation ready, shutters. See drop-off hours and directions.�(https://lexingtonrestore.com/draft-acceptance-guidelines-nov-2023#thee-ways-to-donate-anhor)� Minimum quantity required to qualify for pickup service.(https://lexingtonrestore.vonigo.com/external/#0.4560881473439762)
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No, Thank You
Broken/cracked windows, broken/cracked frames, fogged windows, corded blinds, valances,(https://indigoandluxe.com/what-is-a-valance/) window sashes,(https://www.angi.com/articles/what-is-a-window-sash.htm) storm windows or screens without the main window.
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Three Ways To Donate

No-Cost Pickup Service
We offer free pickup at your home or business for qualifying donations.*
Schedule a pickup online or email donations@lexhabitat.org. For questions call 859-254-6724.
*Photos required

Drop Off Donations
Lexington Habitat ReStore
451 Southland Drive
Lexington, KY 40503
Drop Off Hours:
Wednesday - Saturday
9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
ReStore staff will unload and provide a donation receipt. If you have a large load (more than what can fit inside a personal vehicle), please give us advance notice of your drop off donation at
donations@lexhabitat.org or
859-252-2224, ext. 151.

Deconstruction
Our trained and fully insured staff may be able to carefully remove items you would like to donate, such as kitchen cabinets and countertops, from your home.
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