Question 1

Where do I donate?

Accepted Answer

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?

Accepted Answer

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?

Accepted Answer

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?

Accepted Answer

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?

Accepted Answer

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?

Accepted Answer

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?

Accepted Answer

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?

Accepted Answer

You may drop off gently used clothing and household goods at any of Goodwill's store and/or attended donation centers. Large furniture should be dropped off at one of their retail locations.

Question 21

How can I sign up for Goodwill's newsletter and email notifications?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 22

What are the operating hours of the Goodwill Donation Center - West Palm Beach/Roebuck?

Accepted Answer

The center is open daily from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Question 23

Does Goodwill Manasota offer a furniture pickup service?

Accepted Answer

Goodwill Manasota does not offer furniture or single item pickup service but provides a free White Glove Service that packs and transports your entire household of resellable items to their donation centers and retail outlets.

Question 24

How do I apply for a job at Goodwill Manasota?

Accepted Answer

You can search and apply for current job openings on their website or pick up a paper application at any Goodwill retail store.

Question 25

What types of items does Goodwill Manasota accept for donations?

Accepted Answer

They accept clothing, shoes, books, electronics, cooking accessories, furniture, jewelry, musical instruments, sporting equipment, pictures, art, tools, toys, linens, and housewares.

Question 26

What items are NOT accepted at Goodwill Manasota donation centers?

Accepted Answer

They do not accept items such as air conditioners, ammunition, appliances, automobile batteries, chemicals, damaged furniture, mattresses, paints, pianos, weapons, and many other restricted items. Please review their full list before donating.

Question 27

Are there nearby places to eat or shop when visiting Goodwill Donation Center - West Palm Beach/Roebuck?

Accepted Answer

Yes, nearby you can enjoy restaurants like ZENSHI Handcrafted Sushi, China Star, Leo's Pizza, and Wendy's. Shopping options include Paradise Place shopping center and Publix Super Market at Paradise Place for groceries and pharmacy needs.

Question 28

Where can I find services like pharmacy or banking near the donation center?

Accepted Answer

Publix Pharmacy at Paradise Place is nearby for pharmacy needs, and there is a Presto! ATM available close to the donation center. Western Union money transfer services are also available in the vicinity.

Question 29

What fitness or wellness options are near Goodwill Donation Center - West Palm Beach/Roebuck?

Accepted Answer

StrengthYogi yoga studio and gym, Dynamic Duo Physical Therapy, and Zynergy Martial Arts club are nearby options for fitness and wellness activities.

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