Donation Guidelines
We are grateful for your generosity and dedication to Hospice Halifax. On this webpage, you can find a comprehensive list of items that we gladly accept as donations, as well as those we are unable to take. By adhering to these guidelines, we can ensure that our resources are utilized effectively to benefit individuals and communities in need. Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the donation criteria, as your support plays a vital role in helping us create a positive impact and promote compassion through every contribution.
What We Do Accept?
- Clothing ( Women’s, Men’s, Children’s )
- Accessories ( hats, scarves, gloves, sunglasses, jewelry, shoes,)
- Furniture (what one person can carry e.g. coffee tables, chairs, mirrors, lamps, etc)
- Hardware and tools (not electric)
- Antiques and collectibles
- Exercise & sporting goods/equipment
- Games (puzzles, complete board games etc)
- Housewares (kitchen utensils, tableware, decorative objects, etc) Not bedding
- Musical Instruments
- Books (modern fiction only)
WE DO NOT ACCEPT
- Damaged furniture
- Large appliances
- Mattresses and pillows
- Carpets and rugs
- Pull cord blinds and shades
- Electronics or anything electric excluding lamps
- Pet loved items
- Hazardous materials (batteries, paints, cleaning products, etc)
- Automobile parts
- Flammable products (gas cans, torches, etc.)
- Construction materials
- Cosmetics and toiletries including perfume
- Cribs, car seats and strollers
- Helmets
- Toys (teddy bears or any soft/porous material items)
- Used undergarments’ ( Socks, underwear )
Have questions? Give us a call at (902) 706-3763 or email us at info@thecompassionate.ca
