Reuse & Donation Opportunities
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Reuse resources and opportunities are widely available in Ramsey County. Before disposing of an item, consider if it can be repaired, donated or sold. Below are some reuse opportunities to consider.
Please note: lists are not exhaustive and include resources outside of Ramsey County.
Repair
- Fix-it Clinics – get household items fixed for free at Ramsey County’s monthly Fix-it Clinics.
- iFixit – consult this global community for free videos and tutorials on how to repair items yourself.
- The Fix-It Club – choose from hundreds of free step-by-step repair guides for items around your home and garage.
- Local repair shops – search online by item needing to be repaired (e.g., phone, laptop, lawn equipment, etc).
Donate
Make sure items are clean and in good, working condition. Consider the following options:
- Household Items
- Clothing
- Building Materials
- Donation Opportunities with Pickup Services
Sell
- Sell online – consider platforms, like Craigslist, Nextdoor, Facebook Marketplace, Letgo, eBay, etc.
- Sell in person – consider venues, like garage/rummage sales, flea markets, estate sales or consignment stores.
Buy
When purchasing used goods, consider the following options:
- In-person retail stores - Try Googling “Thrift Stores”, “Consignment Shops” or “Building Material Salvage” for options near you.
- Online Marketplaces – Consider platforms, like Craigslist, Nextdoor, Facebook Marketplace, Letgo, eBay, Twin Cities Free Market, etc.
- Community-based events – Examples might include garage sales, clothing swaps, estate sales, etc.
Additional Reuse Resources
- ReUSE Minnesota – online resource connecting you to local reuse options to buy, sell, rent, fix and donate goods.
- Choose to Reuse – online resource sponsored by Hennepin County to learn about local reuse options.
- HeroSearch / Donate Good Stuff – online resource that helps connect you to local charities in need of donated goods.
- VIDEO: Learn more about Building Materials Reuse