No - Thank You!
Tube TVS (flat screens must be working), Electronics, and medical equipment/beds.
We may be able to "haul-away" such items but please inquire at time of booking.
Additional donation may be requested pending item. Drivers have a "menu" of donation fees based on circumstances (stains, damages, excessive weight)
No gas powered items (no mowers, grills, plows, etc.)
No rusted or broken patio furniture
No stained beds
**A receipt will be provided for every transaction. Upholstered items should not be broken, and lack excessive rips, stains, pet hair, or fading.
Items should be clean and free of odor.
Items MUST be pest free (i.e. no bed bugs).
Small appliances should be clean and in working condition - drop off only
Items to be picked up cannot be located on the third floor or higher without an elevator.
NO, THANK YOU
BEDROOM -
Headboards and footboards (additional fee of 25.00 for removal)
Wooden or brass bed frames Captain’s beds, bunk beds, day beds, lofts King-size beds (including split kings) Powered adjustable bed frames or hospital beds (additional fee of 50.00 for removal)
Armoires / wardrobe cabinets (additional fee of $100.00 for removal)
Clothing, books, media, luggage Used bed pillows
KITCHEN - NO Glass-top dining tables, Large appliances (fridges, stoves)
Alcohol-related items (wine racks, wine/beer glasses) China and non-microwaveable dishes
LIVING ROOM - NO Futons or sleeper sofas Reclining sofas with permanently attached backs Electric recliners and lift chairs.
NO Glass coffee tables (additional 25.00 for removal)
MISCELLANEOUS - NO filing cabinets, Medical, mobility, Christmas, holiday, or religious art/decor. Anything requiring installation (light fixtures, washers/dryers, wall-mounted shelving)Computers unless working), phones, media players, Curtain rods, valences, Mirrors, Irons and ironing boards. (Ask about additional removal)
We cannot accept items that are damaged, incomplete, stained, discolored, torn, hairy, or smelling of smoke or pets. If you wish to schedule a junk haul or removal of these items, please inquire directly at info@mustardseedindy.org. We sometimes have the time to do a “junk removal” to help sustain operations.
Movers have the discretion to decide if your items are useable for our clients. Additional fees may be required if you wish to dispose of the item and pending room on our truck. You can always schedule a “junk haul” which will be a tax write off for you as all proceeds feed the nonprofit!
Why do you collect a fee?
In short, we charge a small furniture pickup fee to offset the cost of gas, insurance, and upkeep on our truck and to pay the bills so we can continue to provide donated furniture to marginalized families.
When you donate furniture and household goods to The Mustard Seed, the pickup fee enables us to:
Provide furniture and household goods to marginalized members of our community.
Pay rent and utilities on our warehouse where we:
Unload donations of gently used furniture.
Maintain the workshop where we salvage and repair slightly damaged furniture and make them available to families instead of sending them to a landfill.
Run our modest office, the hub of our operations.
Maintain, insure, and operate 2 box trucks to pick up donations and deliver to clients everyday. That’s a lot of gas!
Significantly subsidize furniture delivery costs for client families whose deliveries are not covered by their referring agency.
Actively reduce and reuse your usable, gently used furniture – which means it’s not ending up in landfill.
Why do you not accept everything?
We’ve been accused a time or two of “being very picky.” And, you know what? We are! Our families come from a variety of difficult situations, and we take pride in ensuring every item they receive from our warehouse is clean, like new, and in good working order. Additionally, our clients often live in smaller apartments or houses, so we may not be able to accept larger furniture pieces.
Can I receive a tax receipt for my donation?
Yes! Whether you drop items off at our warehouse or schedule a pickup, our staff and volunteers can provide a tax receipt.
Yes, Please!
The Mustard Seed of Central Indiana is a social service/humanitarian aid agency that depends on the community to donate essential furniture and housewares so we can serve those fighting poverty. Rehoming your furniture and essential wares helps restore others’ hope and stability in housing and is good for the planet!
IItems must be clean, fully functional, and in good condition
All pieces must be fully assembled or securely fastened and labeled
Items must be free of stains, tears, pet hair, and odors
We do not accept broken, incomplete, or heavily worn items - we can accept as a junk removal - please advise in advance and see our schedule of fees.
A Place to Sleep
Mattresses – Box Springs - Bedding (queen, full, and twin) with no flaws
Twin, Full, or Queen Only - no toppers, pillows, or mattress covers unless new.
Nightstands
Collapsible metal bed rails (no tools required) (please label and tape together with the size)
New, unopened bed pillows
A Place to Sit
Sofas – Love Seats – Arm Chairs – Recliners – Ottomans
A Place to Eat
Kitchen and Dining Room Tables and Chairs
A Places to Store
Chest of Drawers – Dressers - Night Stands- Coffee tables - End tables, etc.
Alternatively, dropping these items off is helpful! All items are left to driver discretion based on space. Items may also be dropped off at our office during business hours - currently Fridays 11-4 pm or by request, email us at info@mustardseedindy.org. Items can be left at our warehouse, back door, provided they are in clean, working condition.
Dropping off?.
YES, PLEASE
Lamps - only in working condition and should be wrapped for staff to easily transport
Small appliances: blenders, microwaves, toasters, air fryers, coffee makers, etc. Must be working and boxed for staff to easily transport.
Microwave-safe dishes
Pots, pans, baking sheets - must be wrapped for staff to easily transport
Drinking glasses, tumblers, water bottles (glass must be wrapped) all items must be boxed and labeled
Eating and cooking utensils
Dish towels, oven mitts, tablecloths - clean or new
BATHROOM - Clean towels, washcloths, bathmats no shower curtains, no rods, rings unless new
Area rugs (8 ft. by 10 ft. max)
Flat-screen TVs with stand, remote, & cord
Throw pillows -must be bagged or in totes
MISCELLANEOUS - YES Vacuums Trash cans Laundry baskets Artwork and decor (as space allows)