ReStore ReSources
While we are not able to accept all donations, we want to help you get your items where they can be accepted. Please note that these referrals are not directly affiliated with the ReStore, so we cannot guarantee they will accept everything. We recommend you contact them directly when possible.
Batteries and Light Bulbs
All types of batteries and light bulbs
Batteries and Light Bulbs
Batteries Plus Bulbs accepts batteries and light bulbs (a fee may apply). Also check out the Ecology Action Center Recycling Coach.
Broken Items
Items that are damaged, moldy, ripped, stained, or otherwise broken
Broken Items
Check out Bloomington's Citizen Convenience Center
Dishwashers
Manufactured before 2015
Dishwashers
Metal dishwashers can be recycled at Alter Metal Recycling
Infant Items
Baby furniture, car seats, strollers, etc.
Infant Items
Check out Once Upon a Child
Liquids
Chemicals, household hazardous waste, paint, pesticides, solvents, etc.
Liquids
The Ecology Action Center provides instructions on how to properly dispose of latex paint as well as information regarding household hazardous waste disposal.
Mattresses
Bedding, box springs, crib mattresses, and mattresses
Mattresses
Used mattresses and box springs can be donated to Recycling Furniture for Families or Kern Mattress Outlet.
Miscellaneous Items
Items we cannot accept that you want to dispose
Miscellaneous Items
Check out Bloomington's Citizen Convenience Center
Non-Working Electronics
Computers, DVD players, video game consoles, fax machines, and more
Non-Working Electronics
The Town of Normal Public Works Department offers electronics recycling.
Old Building Materials
Items that could be used to restore an old home
Old Building Materials
The Old House Society Warehouse accepts salvage items for historic homes
Tube TVs
Old tube televisions and CRT computer monitors
Tube TVs
Old tube televisions and CRT computer monitors can be dropped off at the Town of Normal Public Works Department.
Unframed Glass/Mirrors
If it does not have a frame, it can be dangerous to donate.
Unframed Glass/Mirrors
Break into small pieces, place in a hard plastic container, and put into garbage. Alternatively, check out Bloomington's Citizen Convenience Center.
Water Heaters
Manufactured before 2015
Water Heaters
Water heaters can be recycled at Alter Metal Recycling
City of Bloomington Citizen Convenience Center
"The Citizen Convenience Center is a location where Solid Waste Program customers can drop off their materials instead of waiting for curbside pickup. The service is provided at no additional charge for all acceptable materials except for clean concrete, rock, shingles, and brick, which have an additional fee. The facility is located at 402 S. East Street (on the corner of East and Jackson, south of the Bloomington Public Library). At this time, the Citizen Convenience Center is closed on Sundays, Mondays, and municipal holidays."