Just wanted to put a quick plug in for a charity organization that a lot of people overlook when they are cleaning out their houses or finishing up a project. We just wrapped up a major cleanout of our garage and had a ton of perfectly good leftovers three unopened boxes of flooring planks, a brand-new bathroom sink vanity that we changed our mind on, and about 20 leftover 2x4 studs.
Instead of throwing them in a dumpster or trying to sell them for cheap on Facebook marketplace, we took everything down to the local Habitat for Humanity ReStore.
For anyone who doesn’t know, these are non-profit home improvement stores that take donations of building materials, furniture, and appliances, and sell them to the public at a massive discount. All the proceeds go directly toward funding the construction of affordable housing for families in need. Plus, they give you a tax donation receipt for the value of the items you drop off. It’s a total win-win situation because it keeps good materials out of the landfill and helps out a fantastic cause. Definitely check if there’s one near you before you dump your leftovers!