The Spring Cleaning Donation Guide for Pasadena, Pomona & Duarte Residents
Spring cleaning isn't just about tidying up — it's one of the best opportunities of the year to reset your space and give something meaningful back to your community. For residents in Pasadena, Pomona, and Duarte, ACTS Thrift Store makes it easy to turn your decluttering into direct local impact.
Here's a practical, room-by-room guide to help you spring clean with intention — and know exactly what to do with everything you set aside.
The Closet
Start here. Pull everything out and create three piles: keep, donate, discard. A good rule of thumb: if you haven't worn it in 12 months, it's time to let it go. ACTS accepts clothing and shoes for all ages and genders. Seasonal coats, dress clothes, everyday wear, kids' items — all of it has value for someone else in the San Gabriel Valley.
The Living Room
Furniture accumulates over years without us noticing. Sofas, armchairs, side tables, lamps, and decorative items are all things ACTS can accept and put to good use. If a piece is in decent shape but just doesn't fit your space anymore, donate it rather than pay to dispose of it.
The Kitchen
Small appliances, bakeware, dishes, glassware, and serving sets make excellent donations — especially for families setting up a home for the first time. If it's functional and reasonably clean, it's worth passing along.
The Garage and Storage Areas
This is where the real spring cleaning gold tends to hide. Tools, sporting goods, holiday décor, books, and board games are all welcome at ACTS. And if you find old electronics — televisions, computers, monitors — ACTS accepts e-waste, which keeps toxic items out of local landfills.
After the Sort: How to Get It to ACTS
Once you've built your donation pile, you have two simple options. Drop off at your nearest location — Pasadena (1311 N. Altadena Dr.), Pomona (232 E. Foothill Blvd.), or Duarte (2215 E. Huntington Dr.). Or, for larger hauls like furniture, schedule a free home pickup online and ACTS drivers will handle the heavy lifting.
Why ACTS?
Every dollar generated at ACTS Thrift directly funds organizations serving the most vulnerable members of our community. When you donate locally, the impact stays local — and that matters.
Make this spring clean count. Donate to ACTS Thrift Store in Pasadena, Pomona, or Duarte today.
