Question 1

Where do I donate?

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Gently used clothing and household goods may be dropped off at any of our store and/or attended donation centers. We ask that large furniture be dropped off at one of our retail locations.

Question 2

How do I sign up for the newsletter?

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You can sign up for our newsletter on our website, or in-store when you check out.

Question 3

What are your hours?

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Hours vary by location. Visit our "Locations" page, select the location you'd like, then click "View More Info" to learn more about that location.

Question 4

How do I sign up to get email notifications?

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You can sign up for our newsletter on our website, or in-store when you check out.

Question 5

How do I donate?

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Gently used clothing and household goods may be dropped off at any of our store and/or attended donation centers. We ask that large furniture be dropped off at one of our retail locations. Simply drive through any of our attendent donation center drive-thrus and a team member will assist you with your items.

Question 6

How do I apply for a job?

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You can search for current job openings, and apply on our website. You can also pick up a paper application at any of our retail stores.

Question 7

How do I donate money?

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Financial donations can be made on our website.

Question 8

How do I contact Goodwill Manasota?

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You can contact our Corporate office by calling 941.355.2721, or by filling out a form online.

Question 9

Do you have a furniture pickup service?

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Goodwill Manasota does not offer a furniture or single item pickup service. We do have a White Glove Service, which is a FREE packing service for an entire home. If you are downsizing, buying/selling a home, or find yourself in another transitional stage of life, Goodwill can help lessen your burden. We will come to your home or business, pack up your entire household of resellable items that you would like to donate, and transport them to our Goodwill donation centers and retail outlets. There is never a charge for the White Glove Service and we provide an itemized receipt for tax purposes.

Question 10

Are you hiring?

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Goodwill Manasota is always accepting applications. To view our open positions, please visit our website.

Question 11

What can I donate?

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Thank you for donating to Goodwill. Your gently used clothing and household items help change people's lives through the power of work. Before you donate, please review our list of items we do not accept at our donation centers.

Question 12

Where is Goodwill Manasota located?

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The Goodwill enterprise is a network of 157 community-based, autonomous organizations in the United States and Canada with a presence in 12 other countries. **Goodwill Manasota** serves four countries on the West coast of Florida. We have retail stores, donation centers and mission services offices in **Manatee, Sarasota, Hardee and Desoto counties.** ExperienceGoodwill.org has information specific **only to** Goodwill Manasota. For more information about Goodwill locations outside of this four county area, we suggest an online search of the area, followed by "Goodwill". For example, "Spokane Washington Goodwill".

Question 13

Who is your CEO?

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Like other nonprofits, Goodwill Manasota is led by respected business leaders and a volunteer board of directors which provides guidance and oversight. Goodwill isn't "owned" by anyone. As our President and CEO, Bob Rosinsky is responsible and accountable for the effectiveness of the organization. Mr. Rosinsky has been with the Goodwill movement for almost 50 years. He oversees 700+ employees, more than 40 locations, and is accountable for ensuring that one of areas largest nonprofits is able to fulfill its mission now and in the future.

Question 14

Do you accept vehicle donations?

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Yes, Goodwill Manasota accepts vehicle donations. Please click "Learn more" for more information".

Question 15

What donation items do you accept?

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We accept: Clothing, Shoes, Books, Electronics, Cooking accessories, Furniture, Jewelry, Musical instruments, Sporting equipment, Pictures, Art, Tools, Toys, Linens, and Housewares.

Question 16

What donation items do you NOT accept?

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We do NOT accept: air conditioners, ammunition, appliances (white goods), ashes (human remains), automobile batteries, bullets, chemicals, carpet remnants, console stereos, large copiers, damaged furniture or items, dishwashers, wood or glass doors, dryers, electric beds, flammable items, gas containers, gasoline, unframed glass, guns, hospital beds, infant car seats, lawn mowers, mattresses or box springs, mechanical beds, metal desks over four feet wide or deep, unframed mirrors, oil, organs, paint, pesticides, pianos, ping-pong tables, living plants, pool tables, propane cylinders, refrigerators, sinks, syringes, console or oversized televisions, tires, toilets, weapons, waterbeds and accessories, or windows.

Question 17

What happens to my donations?

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Your donations are sorted and priced by hand. They are sold in our stores to fund our mission services, or if unsold, are recycled or sold through salvage partners. We strive to ensure every item gets a second life.

Question 18

Why donate to Goodwill instead of throwing items away?

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When you donate, you do more than declutter, you create opportunity. You help fuel job training and give your items a second life, supporting both our community and a more sustainable planet.

Question 19

How is Goodwill funded?

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Goodwill is a nonprofit. We are primarily funded through sales from generously donated items. This sustainable model allows us to reinvest an average of nearly 90 cents of every dollar back into our mission of Changing Lives Through the Power of Work.

Question 20

Where can I donate gently used clothing and household goods?

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You can drop off gently used clothing and household goods at any of our store or attended donation centers. Large furniture donations should be made at one of our retail locations.

Question 21

How can I sign up to receive the Goodwill newsletter or email notifications?

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You can sign up for the newsletter or email notifications on our website or in-store when you check out.

Question 22

What are the operating hours of the Goodwill Donation Center in Ellenton?

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The Goodwill Donation Center - Ellenton is open daily from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Question 23

How do I apply for a job at Goodwill Manasota?

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You can search for current job openings and apply on our website or pick up a paper application at any of our retail stores.

Question 24

Does Goodwill Manasota accept vehicle donations?

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Yes, Goodwill Manasota accepts vehicle donations. More information is available by following the 'Learn more' option on their website.

Question 25

What items are accepted and not accepted for donations?

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We accept clothing, shoes, books, electronics, furniture, jewelry, musical instruments, sporting equipment, and other household items. We do not accept items like air conditioners, ammunition, appliances, mattresses, hazardous materials, and certain large or damaged items.

Question 26

How can I contact Goodwill Manasota?

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You can contact the Corporate office by calling 941.355.2721 or by filling out a form online.

Question 27

What are some nearby places I can visit when going to the Goodwill Donation Center - Ellenton?

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Nearby places include Rocky Bluff Branch Library if you want to check out some books, Storybook Cafe for a meal or snack, and Beltone Hearing Care Center for hearing-related services.

Question 28

Are there any nearby financial services close to the Goodwill Donation Center - Ellenton?

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Yes, Bank of America ATM and Bank of America Mortgage are nearby, which may be convenient for managing finances or accessing banking services before or after your visit.

Question 29

What local stores or services are near Goodwill Donation Center - Ellenton that I might find useful?

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Nearby stores and services include Dollar General for general shopping, Ace Hardware for home improvement needs, and T-Mobile stores for mobile phone accessories and service.

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