BIRMINGHAM, AL Donation Center
Donate At Our Store's Drive Up Donation Center
Address
4505 Riverview Pkwy, Birmingham, AL 35242
Monday – Saturday
8:00am – 9:00pm
Phone: (205) 856-6774
Sunday
11:00am – 8:00pm
Birmingham has always been a city shaped by service, neighbors helping neighbors, communities rallying together, and individuals stepping up when it counts. That’s precisely what happens when you donate to America’s Thrift Store in Birmingham. It’s a simple act that turns into something powerful: a cleaner home for you, and real help for someone else.
Your donations support nonprofit partners like Make-A-Wish Alabama, keep useful goods in circulation, and make affordable shopping possible for families throughout the area. Because we’re part of the local community, you can see that impact close to home.
Whether it’s providing recovery services, supporting children’s programs, or offering resources to those in need, your contributions play a direct role in changing lives. Donating also helps reduce landfill waste and encourages more sustainable living. When you give to America’s Thrift Store, you’re not just decluttering, you’re becoming part of a network of compassion and progress that Birmingham can be proud of.
Donation That Makes A Local Difference
Giving shouldn’t feel like a chore. At our Birmingham location, 4505 Riverview Pkwy, Birmingham, AL 35242, we’ve made it fast, clear, and meaningful, so your generosity goes further, faster.
Designed For Easy Giving
Whether you’re dropping off a single bag or coordinating a cleanout, our donation center is set up to make things simple. Pull up, unload, and go—no hassle, no waiting. You don’t need to schedule an appointment or guess where your items will end up. Our team ensures that every donation is handled with care and purpose, from your trunk to the store floor.
What You Give Stays Close
Everything you donate stays in the system locally, resold affordably in-store, or used to generate funds for nonprofit partners across Alabama. This means you’re directly contributing to the programs that support your neighbors. It’s more than recycling. It’s putting your items to work in your community.
Donation As A Shared Mission
You’re not doing this alone. When you donate in Birmingham, you join thousands of others who’ve chosen to use what they already have to help someone else. It’s an easy way to stay part of something bigger, without changing your routine.
Accepted Items & Donation Guidelines
We appreciate everything you bring, but not everything can be accepted. Here’s what to donate, how to pack it, and what to avoid.
What We Accept
We gladly accept gently used:
- Clothing and shoes
- Toys and books
- Kitchenware and home décor
- Electronics in working condition
- Furniture that’s safe and clean
Our team sorts and prepares these items so they’re shelf-ready within days. That’s how your donation becomes someone else’s essential purchase.
Items We Cannot Take
We are unable to accept:
- Hazardous materials (paints, fuels, batteries)
- Mattresses
- Broken appliances or damaged electronics
- Items that have mold, pests, or water damage
Keeping to these guidelines ensures donations are safe for staff, shoppers, and the charities we support.
Prepping Your Donation
Clean, fold, and group similar items into boxes or sturdy bags. Labeling helps, especially for breakables or mixed donations. Packing items well protects them in transit and helps us process everything efficiently. It’s a small step that makes your gift even more helpful. It also saves time and reduces waste during sorting.
Taking a few extra minutes to prepare your items thoughtfully helps our team focus more on getting goods to the sales floor quickly, which means faster support for our nonprofit partners. Plus, well-packed donations are less likely to be damaged, helping your contribution go even further.
How To Donate At Our Birmingham Center
Every household and schedule is different, so we’ve created three simple ways for you to donate that keep your day moving.
Bring It To Us
You can drop off donations at our Birmingham location anytime during donation hours. Use the marked drive-up area; our team will help you unload if needed. There is no need to wait, call ahead, or get out of the car. You stay in control of the process and the timing.
Arrange A Pickup
You may be eligible for a free home pickup if you have a larger donation, furniture, big cleanouts, or boxes of items. We’ll coordinate with you and give clear instructions. Our driver will collect your donation directly from your driveway or curb. You don’t even need to be home.
Use A Drop Bin Nearby
If you’re short on time or only donating clothing, one of our convenient locations might work best. These outdoor bins across Birmingham are easy to access 24/7. Seal items in weatherproof bags; please never leave donations outside the bin. Keeping things tidy ensures the bins stay usable for others, too.
What Your Donation Supports
When you donate, you help support programs and people who rely on our model to create real change in their lives.
Strengthening Local Programs
The money generated from donated goods funds charitable partners that offer services right here in Alabama, including housing, recovery programs, food support, and more. This is how your bag of clothing or box of dishes helps someone find stability, support, or a new beginning.
Every item reused is one less item dumped into a landfill. Donating promotes sustainable shopping habits, lowers waste, and keeps valuable materials in use longer. Your role in this cycle matters, especially in a growing city like Birmingham, where long-term environmental planning starts with everyday choices.
Giving Goods A New Purpose
Every day, we see items get a second chance. That game your kids outgrew? It becomes a gift for another family. The bookshelf you no longer use? It completes someone’s first apartment.
That’s the kind of reuse that keeps giving. Your gently used clothing might help someone dress for a job interview. A kitchen appliance you no longer need could become the missing piece in a new home. Even décor or toys can bring comfort, joy, or a fresh start to someone rebuilding their life. When you donate, you’re not just decluttering, you’re offering hope, value, and dignity to someone else.
Ways To Keep Supporting The Mission
Your donation is a great start. But there are simple ways to keep the giving going all year.
Make It A Habit
Keep a basket or box in your home for items you no longer use. Drop off donations each season, after a move, or during your regular cleaning. This helps us maintain a complete inventory and consistent support for our nonprofit partners, and it’s also helpful to stay organized.
Host A Group Drive
Consider coordinating a donation drive if you belong to a school, church, or workplace. We’ll support you with logistics and materials. These efforts bring people together and result in large volumes of helpful goods. A single drive can support weeks of store activity.
Use Your Voice
When you post about donating or mention it in conversation, others take notice. Your story might be the reason someone else chooses to give. And when you visit our store after donating, don’t forget to use your rewards program to get savings on the things you need.
Donating In Birmingham? Let’s Make It Simple
We believe donating should be as easy as it is impactful. At America’s Thrift Store in Birmingham, we’ve created a space where giving is quick, local, and tied to meaningful outcomes. You bring the items. We take care of the rest, turning them into resources for others and support for vital community work.
Whether you drop off one bag or coordinate a larger pickup, your effort matters. Together, we’re creating a cleaner, more supportive city for everyone who calls Birmingham home. Stop by today to plan your next donation or reach out with questions. We’re here to help you give with purpose.
Frequently Asked Questions About Birmingham, AL Donation Center
What items can I donate at this location?
You can bring clean, gently used clothing, shoes, household items, books, toys, and small furniture. Please avoid broken or hazardous items.
Do I need an appointment to donate?
No appointments are needed. Just drive up during donation hours and drop off your items.
Is pickup available in the Birmingham area?
Yes. Home pickup may be available for large donations. Contact us to check eligibility and schedule a time.
Can I get a receipt for tax purposes?
Yes. Our staff can provide a donation receipt during drop-off or pickup.
What happens to the items I donate?
Items are sorted and sold in our store to fund nonprofits or responsibly recycled. Your donations support essential services across Alabama.
Where are your donation bins located?
We have convenient locations throughout Birmingham where you can drop off smaller items like clothing. Use our map or call to find one near you.