Where to Donate Used Items in Barrie & Orillia
Doing a clean-out and not sure where to take your items? Here are some local spots in Barrie and Orillia that will gladly accept donations.
Donating not only helps others but also keeps usable items out of landfill and strengthens our community.
Donation Locations in Barrie
1. Barrie Families Unite
Location: 49 Truman Road, overhead door #31 - nearest intersection is Huronia and Big Bay Point Road (SE Barrie). As you enter the parking lot, turn to the left and go around the back of the warehouse, just past the Flying Monkey trucks. Look for their sign and enter through the blue door N8.
Website: Barrie Families Unite
Items Accepted: Clothing and footwear, most kitchen items up to the size of a microwave, towels and bedding.
Benefits: Provides crisis kits and essential items to families in need throughout the Barrie area. Everything that is donated is gifted back out in to the community for families needing help especially those starting over. We work closely with agencies that assist families to fill the gaps at no cost. We also deliver to those that need it.
2. Value Village
Location: 165 Wellington Street West and 42 Caplan Avenue, Barrie
Website: Value Village Barrie
Items Accepted: Clothing, shoes, housewares, small furniture, electronics, books, toys, linens, and more.
Benefits: Convenient drop-offs, keeps items out of landfill, and supports local nonprofit partners.
3. Habitat for Humanity Huronia ReStore
Location: 571 Bayfield St, Barrie
Website: Habitat Huronia – Donate Your Stuff or email scott@habitathuronia.com (705.735.2001)
Items Accepted: Furniture, appliances (working), building materials, household goods.
Benefits: Habitat ReStores divert hundreds of tons from landfills each year, accepting hard-to-dispose-of items including new and used furniture, appliances and surplus building materials. In many cases, pickup service is provided for large items like used furniture. Best of all, proceeds from the sale of these donated goods help families build a foundation for the future.
4. Mission Thrift Store
Location: 504 Big Bay Point Road, Barrie
Website: Mission Thrift Store Barrie
Items Accepted: Clothing, books, household items, small furniture.
Benefits: Provides affordable goods to the community, while giving your gently used items a new life.
5. Barrie Food Bank
Location: 42 Anne St. S., Unit 2, Barrie
Website: Barrie Food Bank
Items Accepted: Non-perishable food, fresh produce (when possible), school snacks, baby food, diapers.
Benefits: Helps feed families facing food insecurity right here in Barrie.
6. Salvation Army Thrift Store & Ministries
Location: 16 Bayfield Street, 11 Essa Road and 151 Lillian Crescent, Barrie
Website: Salvation Army Barrie
Items Accepted: Clothing, household goods, small furniture, toys, seasonal items.
Benefits: Supports community programs, housing, and emergency relief services in Barrie.
7. Elizabeth Fry Society of Simcoe County
Location: 102 Bradford St, Barrie
Website: Elizabeth Fry Simcoe
Items Accepted: Women’s and children’s clothing, toiletries, household goods, gift cards.
Benefits: Provides direct support to women and families in crisis or transition.
8. Stuffie Savers
Location: Barrie
Instagram: www.instagram.com/stuffiesavers
Items Accepted: Gently used stuffed animals
Benefits: Rehoming stuffies to kids and pets, portion of monies raised goes back to local non-profits, founded by an 11 year old
Donation Locations in Orillia
1. Value Village
Location: 3285 Monarch Drive, Orillia
Website: Value Village Orillia
Items Accepted: Clothing, shoes, toys, books, electronics, small furniture, housewares.
Benefits: Convenient drop-off, supports local charity partners, and diverts items from landfill.
2. Dress for Success Orillia & Barrie
Location: Orillia Square Mall, 1029 Brodie Dr, Unit #30, Orillia
Website: Dress for Success Orillia & Barrie
Items Accepted: Professional and work-appropriate clothing, shoes, handbags, and accessories.
Benefits: Provides attire to people entering or re-entering the workforce, boosting confidence for interviews and jobs.
3. Orillia Pregnancy Resource Centre
Location: 64 Mississaga Street West, Unit 3, Orillia
Website: PRC Orillia
Items Accepted: Baby clothing (newborn–24 months), baby blankets, unopened diapers, wipes, maternity wear, safe baby equipment.
Benefits: Directly supports new and expecting parents with essential supplies.
4. The Sharing Place Food Centre
Location: 95 Dufferin Street, Orillia
Website: Sharing Place Orillia
Items Accepted: Non-perishable food, fresh produce, baby food, and hygiene products.
Benefits: Offers healthy food options to families in Orillia who need support, while engaging the local community.
5. Salvation Army Thrift Store Orillia
Location: 55 Wyandotte St, Orillia
Website: Salvation Army Orillia or Facebook
Items Accepted: Clothing, household goods, small furniture, toys.
Benefits: Supports Orillia families with food, shelter, and community programs.
6. Couchiching Jubilee House
Location: 79 Colborne St E, Orillia
Website: Couchiching Jubilee House
Items Accepted: Women’s and children’s clothing, toiletries, bedding, small household items.
Benefits: Provides transitional housing and support programs for women and children experiencing housing insecurity.
7. Habitat for Humanity ReStore
Location: 220 James Street West, Orillia
Website: www.habitat.ca or email olcrestore@habitatgatewaynorth.com (705.327.3279)
Items Accepted: Women’s and children’s clothing, toiletries, bedding, small household items.
Benefits: Habitat ReStores divert hundreds of tons from landfills each year, accepting hard-to-dispose-of items including new and used furniture, appliances and surplus building materials. In many cases, pickup service is provided for large items like used furniture. Best of all, proceeds from the sale of these donated goods help families build a foundation for the future.
Diabetes Canada
For nearly four decades, Diabetes Canada has been to give gently used clothing and household items a second life, while making a powerful impact in communities across Canada. Each year, the program diverts more than 100 million lbs. of clothing and household items from landfill sites across Canada. This translates into savings of 1 billion kWh of energy - Equivalent to removing 212,087 cars from roads - Saves 7,257.44 mature trees- Conserves 167,828.30 liters of water - and reduces our carbon footprint by 280 million pounds of CO2
Donation Drop Off - Find a local bin (Items Accepted: Textiles)
Donation Pick Up - Schedule a pickup (Items Accepted: Textiles, Electronics & Sporting Goods, Household Items)
Furniture Bank
Furniture Bank will accept most items as long as they are non-hazardous and can be safely lifted by our crew. Items that can’t be re-homed will be recycled or donated, ensuring environmental responsibility.
Schedule a Pick Up - Schedule a pickup (Items Accepted: Furniture, Electronics and Small Appliances, Housewares, Kitchen Items & Decor)
Quick Tips Before Donating
Make sure items are clean, safe, and in good condition.
Call ahead or check websites for updated lists of accepted items.
Donating locally not only gives your items a second life but also helps families, shelters, and organizations right here in Barrie and Orillia.
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