Donations at Boomerangs
Boomerangs needs your donations to continue supporting the great programs and services of AIDS Action Committee of MA! Donations are 100% tax deductible and receipts are available. Please read through our lists of items we need and items we don't accept.
There are presently three locations where you can donate:
Boomerangs JP Store Donation Hours:
Phone: 617-524-5120
Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday: 10:30am to 6pm
Thursday: 10:30am to 7pm
Friday and Saturday: 10:30am to 6pm
Sunday: 12 to 5pm
Donations are accepted during staffed donation hours only. Please drive around to our back door, located in the parking lot off Harris Ave.
Map to Boomerangs JP : 716 Centre Street, Jamaica Plain, MA
Boomerangs West Roxbury Donation Hours:
Phone: 617-323-0262
Monday through Saturday: 10am-6pm
Closed Sundays
Donations are accepted during staffed donation hours only. Please drive around to our back door, located in the parking lot off of Corey St. Boomerangs lot is adjacent to the pharmacy parking lot, the donaton door is at the far end of the parking lot.
Map to Boomerangs West Roxbury: 1870 Centre St, West Roxbury, MA
Boomerangs Special Editon Donation Hours:
Phone: 617-456-0996
Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday 11am - 6pm
Thursday and Friday 11am - 7pm
Closed Mondays
Donations are accepted during staffed donation hours only. Please bring your items into the store and our staff will be happy to assist you in processing your donation.
Map to Boomerangs Special Editon: 1407 Washington Street Boston, MA
FREE Furniture Pickup
If you have large furniture we can even pick it up for you. Click here for to request a pickup online or call 617.309.7220!
- New, gently used and vintage clothing: We're always looking for more men's clothing, more great vintage pieces, and more women's plus size clothing. We accept women's, men's and children's clothing in good condition. We do not accept used pajamas, undergarments or gym wear.
- Furniture: Free pickup is available for furniture items! Just call 617-309-7220 or fill out our online form. We accept living room, bedroom and dining room furniture in good condition. We can not take mattresses, futons or sleeper sofas. If you live with furry friends, please clean pet hair off items prior to donation (some of our volunteers and customers are allergic.)
- Media: We accept books in good condition (no periodicals or encyclopedias). We accept records, CDs and movies in their original cases (no home videos please!) We are always looking for current fiction and non-fiction and more rock and pop on vinyl.
- Housewares: We accept artwork, picture frames, unused candles, vases, collectibles and giftware.
- Kitchenware: Dishware, glassware, flatware and gently used cookware.
- Linens: We accept curtains, table cloths and placemats.
- Electronics: We only accept items in working condition, including stereo equipment (especially turntables,) DVD players, ipods, lamps and small kitchen electronics.
- Accessories: We are always looking for jewelry, purses, wallets, hats, scarves and belts. We also accept gently worn shoes.
We need your:
- Mattresses and futons: Includes futon frames and sleeper sofas. Resale of mattresses is prohibited by Massachusetts health regulations.
- Computers: Includes monitors, printers, PC's because we are unable to properly clear systems and test. Also, disposal is costly if the items need to be disposed.
- Old TVs: Televisions must be cable ready. We do not accept older console or wood-paneled models. All TVs must be tested before the donor leaves. We can only take them if sound works, picture is clear and ready for cable hookup.
- Sheets, bed pillows, towels: We are unable to sell used bedding, but the MSPCA on South Huntington in Jamaica Plain will use these items in their animal shelter.
- Large Appliances: Stoves, washer/dryers etc. We are unable to test them and store them. The AIDS Action Committee can sometimes use full size refrigerators for clients. Check with client services at 617-437-6200. For other appliances check with Building Materials Resource Center to see if they can use the item: 617.442.8917, ext. 232.
- Kitchen Cabinets, building materials, used paint: We are unable to sell these items, but check with Building Materials Resource Center to see if they can use the item: 617.442.8917, ext. 232.
- Small appliances with filters: Includes air conditioners and most humidifiers because the sale of used filter items is prohibited by MA health regulations.
- Used toys: We only accept brand new toys. Used toys can pose a health and liability risk. We also do not take opened puzzles or board games. Check with Cradles to Crayons: 617.471.8417 www.cradlestocrayons.org
- Baby products strollers, car seats, cribs: We can never take items that hold children. There are liability risk issues involved, and we are unable to keep up with re-calls on these products. Check with Cradles to Crayons: 617.471.8417 www.cradlestocrayons.org
- Food: We are not licensed to sell food. Please donate unexpired items to your local food bank. Greater Boston Food Bank: 617-427-5200
- Encylopedias and Periodicals: These items become outdated quickly and are difficult to sell. We also can not take any books with water damage or mold because of health risks.
- Skis and golf clubs: Unfortunately these items just do not sell! We understand that they are costly new, but we have trouble selling them even when we price them very low. Also, they are difficult to safely display.
- Very large exercise equipment such as bowflex machines: Small bikes and stair steppers are great. Treadmills are fine as long as they are in working condition.
- Furniture that is broken, damaged or missing pieces: A store manager will evaluate furniture based on its condition and how much room we have available in the store. Some items, such as large office furniture may be refused based on available space.
- Personal items: Undergarments, used foot spas, used toiletries, used socks. We are unable to sell these items due to customer health concerns. Brand new toiletries are accepted.