Communities: El Cajon - Unincorporated

92019, 92020, 92021

Baker Marine

For over 70 years, Baker Marine in San Diego has been repairing binoculars for the general public and government agencies.

Buena Vista Audubon

To accommodate the large number of school tours expected this spring, the Nature Guides are in need of good used binoculars. If you have an extra pair not being used please drop them off at the Nature Center.

Home of Guiding Hands

Due to the specific needs of the residents at our homes, items donated to HGH must meet certain criteria and standards that will ensure the best support and quality possible.

Items should be new. Gift cards and cash donations for specific items are also encouraged. Please note that 100% of all designated donations go directly to that item or program.

Wishlist

  • Gift Cards to Target
  • Dog Food (we have 4 homes with therapy dogs)
  • Movie passes to local movie theaters
  • Tickets to the San Diego Zoo, Sea World, Legoland or Disneyland

For general donation inquiries, please contact Kaye Kelley at: kaye@guidinghands.org or at: (619) 938-2856

Vehicle Donation Program

cars2charities has partnered with Home of Guiding Hands for our donation program. They accept all types of vehicles – from cars to boats to motorcycles. Your donation could earn you valuable tax benefits while helping people with developmental disabilities.

For more information regarding the Vehicle Donation Program, please visit the Home of Guiding Hands donation page – OR – you can call toll-free 855-520-2100.

For any other donation questions please contact Pamela Starmack, Marketing Manager, at pamela@guidinghands.org or (619) 938-2855.

Para más información en español por favor llame al (619) 938-2850.

Residential Black Trash Bin

Black trash containers and blue recycling bins can be purchased online with a credit card.

Black Trash Containers (all sizes)

Photo of Black Trash Bin

  • $70 (Prorated fee may apply)
  • Second and additional trash containers will cost the full $70 plus $25 delivery charge if applicable.
  • Lost or stolen trash containers will cost the full $70 for replacement plus $25 delivery charge if applicable.
  • Trash containers damaged by misuse or by a third party will cost the full $70 for replacement plus $25 delivery charge if applicable.
  • Containers in use for more than 10 years will be replaced for $70 plus $25 delivery, if applicable. Containers within the 10 year lifespan will cost a prorated fee based on $7 per year, plus $25 delivery charge, if applicable.
  • Newly constructed residential properties will receive the first trash container free of charge. This does not include remodels, but applies only to new homes with new addresses.

Blue Recycling Bins (all sizes)

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  • Free (up to two)
  • If picked up, one additional blue recycling container is available at no cost. Otherwise, there is a $25 one-time non-refundable fee for delivery.

Postal Annex – Oceanside

This location accepts packaging materials in good condition for reuse. Call to confirm accepted materials.

This location offers paper shredding services.

Postal Annex – San Elijo Hills

This location accepts packaging materials in good condition for reuse. Call to confirm accepted materials.

This location offers paper shredding services.

See website for coupons.

Postal Annex – Encinitas

This location accepts packaging materials in good condition for reuse. Call to confirm accepted materials.

This location offers paper shredding services.

Postal Annex – Otay Mesa

This location accepts packaging materials in good condition for reuse. Call to confirm accepted materials.

This location offers paper shredding services.

See website for coupons.

Postal Annex – Eastlake

This location accepts packaging materials in good condition for reuse. Call to confirm accepted materials.

Postal Annex – La Jolla

This location accepts packaging materials in good condition for reuse. Call to confirm accepted materials.

Postal Annex – Rancho Del Rey

This location accepts packaging materials in good condition for reuse. Call to confirm accepted materials (619) 482-0914

This location offers paper shredding services.

Postal Annex – La Mesa

This location accepts packaging materials in good condition for reuse. Call to confirm accepted materials.

This location offers paper shredding services.

Postal Annex – Lemon Grove

This location accepts packaging materials in good condition for reuse. Call to confirm accepted materials.

This location offers paper shredding services.

Postal Annex – Liberty Station

This location accepts packaging materials in good condition for reuse. Call to confirm accepted materials.

This location offers paper shredding services. $1/lb

See website for coupons.

Generatehope

GenerateHope accepts new and used in-kind donations.  There is an Amazon list of needed items on their website. More about the organization: GenerateHope is a safe place for survivors of sex trafficking to heal and find restoration in long-term housing and trauma-informed therapy, education, and vocational support. Since recovery from sexual exploitation is a long-term process, GenerateHope provides safety, community, and individualized life skills support to work through the deep trauma and discover a healthy, purpose-filled life.

GenerateHope has locations in both San Diego and Northern Colorado

GenerateHope is an IRS-recognized 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization    EIN 26-3405689 

Burdick’s Sewing & Vacuum Cleaner

Vacuum and sewing machine repair services.

Don Burdick started on Third Ave. at The Singer Store in 1957.
Started his own business Burdick‘s Sewing and Vacuum Center in 1983 where we sell the best and service the rest.

It is a family owned business. Now with wife, Joan and son, Darren. we sell Husqvarna, a Swedish company for sewing, embroidery and overlock machines up to 5 thread’s.

We also carry Elna embroidery and overlock machines. In our vacuum cleaner line we have Royal, Oreck, Sanitaire and Eureka. We have a full line of sewing machine notions and vacuum supplies. Our policy on repairs is 1 day service whenever possible. We offer free hands on sewing machine classes with the purchase of a machine. Classes are Wednesday and Saturday. We are conveniently located at 278 Third Ave., Chula Vista, CA 91910 and are open 6 days a week. Monday through Friday 9:30am-5:30pm, Saturday 9:30am-3:30pm.

If you have any questions, please feel free to call us at 619-422-5325

La Mesa Sew & Vac

Repairs are done on-site, your machine is never sent out to a third party company, this value added service puts us a cut above others.

Sewing Machine Repair and Supply Center
Authorized Juki and Janome Dealer. We give free estimate on all repairs of your sewing machine, and guarantee all service and repair on most brands. We carry sewing machines, serger supplies, belts and foot control. Janome sewing machines accessories: feet Diversity of Embroidery, sewing, serger threads, Sulky, Mettle etc. Sewing notions.

Vacuums Repair and Supply Center
Authorized Oreck, Eureka and Simplicity service center, we give free estimate on all repairs for your vacuum. We have a variety of vacuum parts, Carpet Cleaners shampoo, belts, bags, filters, ect. Guarantee all service and repair on most brands.

To better serve you please provide us with this information:
Name of manufacture, part number of the belt, filter or bring in the item. Many vacuums have all the Information behind and on the bottom of the vacuum, or bring in your vacuum.

Second Chance Dog Rescue

Second Chance Dog Rescue is ALWAYS in need of the following items:

  • Wire and Plastic crates in all sizes and in good working order.
  • Leashes, collars, and harnesses in all sizes
  • Kibble and canned DOG FOOD: Adult, Puppy, Senior and Prescription food are all accepted. They will accept broken bags from pet stores or barely used bags. They will also accept cat food as it can be used as treats or help a sick dog take a pill with gusto
  • Medications, new and un-opened syringes and medical dressings, e-collars, muzzles. They use prescription medications as directed by our veterinarian
  • Flea treatments
  • Baby or Pet gates
  • Folding wire portable fence pet pens (aka exercise pens or x-pens)
  • Shampoos, clippers, dog baths and other grooming supplies
  • Dog supplements such as glucosamine & chondroitin and fish oil capsules
  • Postage stamps
  • Gas cards

They also welcome the donation of these items:

  • Dog beds
  • Dog bowls
  • Puppy pee pads
  • Crate mats, old towels, small washable rugs
  • Enzyme and stain cleaning aids such as Nature’s Miracle or Anti Icky Poo
  • Rescue Remedy
  • Dog toys: nylabones, kongs, puzzle toys, teething toys
  • Bungie cords
  • Office supplies: boxes of printer paper, 2 pocket folders, heavyweight plastic page protectors, binder clips, mailing labels
  • Working digital cameras

Our volunteers who sew for the rescue will appreciate donations of:

  • Fabric yardage and remnants for making dog beds, dog bed slipcovers, kennel covers, belly bands (for male dogs), take-home leashes, event tablecloths,
  • Crate blankets, and toys (sturdy woven fabrics are the most versatile, such as cottons, twill, denim, broadcloth, and polar fleece)
  • Small blankets (fleeces & throws that can easily in the laundry).
  • Thread
  • Fiberfill for dog beds and toy stuffing
  • Sew-on Velcro (aka hook & loop tape)
  • Working portable sewing machines to recruit new sewers

If you have any new or used items to donate, please email to arrange with us to accept items:

supplies@secondchancedogrescue.org

Jordan Mobile Home Service Inc.

Jordan Mobile Home Service is an established licensed General Contractor. Our estimator is an ITA certified Mobile Home Inspector, trained to handle the particular needs of Mobile and Manufactured Homes such as, Roofing, Siding, Skirting, Painting, Plumbing, Electrical, Windows, Doors, Decks and Steps, Bathroom and Kitchen Remodels, Flooring Needs such as carpet, vinyl, laminate flooring and more. We can also help you in locating those hard to find parts for your Mobile and Manufactured Home Such things as: Odd sized Doors, Skirting replacement parts, Handrail Endcaps, Awning Posts, Ceiling Tiles, ​27″ x 54″ shower pans or tubs and a long list of other items.

Give us a call at (619) 449-1779 and we’ll be glad to help you out!

Lefort’s Small Engine Repairs

Small engine maintenance, repair and rebuilding.  Single blade lawnmower sharpening.  Works on landscaping and construction equipment for residential and businesses.

 

 

The Lawnmower Shop

Repairs of gardening equipment & outdoor power equipment

They repair:

lawnmowers
edgers
blowers
line trimmers
weedwhackers
chainsaws
2 cycle & 4 cycle equipment

USO San Diego

In-kind donations of goods and services help to fulfill USO San Diego’s mission of serving and supporting military members and their families.

Accepted donations include: Household goods, food donations, and vehicle donations.

Please call to verify accepted items.

If you have a large donation, please call ahead so that they can prepare for it!

Mario’s Lawn Mower Service and Repair

They sharpen blades and chainsaw chains. As well as fixing starter cords. All same-day service If possible. Give them a call if you have any questions! (619) 236-1202

Perry Plumbing

Repair and replace pipeline and plumbing, including garbage disposals and toilets.  Haul away plumbing materials only, not appliances.  Offers coupons on-line to mention upon booking.  2 year guarantee on their work.  Service fee after 5pm and on weekends.  Call for appointment at 619-639-1132.

Adjustable Bed Repair San Diego

At Adjustable Bed Repair of San Diego, we offer on-site adjustable bed repair service to residential and commercial business’ in San Diego and the surrounding areas. Our professional staff are certified on all major brands, e.g., Leggett & Platt, Reverie, Sleep Comfort, Ergomotion, Select Comfort, Craftmatic etc…  We also repair discontinued models, foreign manufactured, and hospital units.  Established in 2007, we are positioned to offer flexible service times at a very competitive price. Feel free to contact out staff at anytime during business hours, we will be happy to answer any questions that you may have.

Fairbanks Tailors

Professional in all types of alterations and restyling for ladies and gentlemen. They provide quality work and reasonable prices.

Appliance Service Expert

Appliance Service Expert is a local repair service company serving DelMar and Scripps Ranch in San Diego areas.

Our company was established in 2008. Within short period of time we were able to stand out with quality service and affordable prices. We repair top Brands and Models of Refrigerators, Freezers, Washers, Dryers, Dishwashers, Ovens, Cook tops.
Every single customer is happy with the quality of our work and repairs. Because we are reliable and professional in action and appearance.
Our personal is honest, reliable, affordable and capable of repairing even the most challenging problems. We are happy to serve you with high quality and commitment.

Our mission is to give our customer a peace of mind and confidence that their household is in good hands.

Ace Appliance Service

We service: refrigerators, microwaves, ranges, wall ovens, stoves, wine coolers, downdraft fans, dishwashers, garbage disposals, trash compactors, ice makers, washers and dryers, freezers.

We also repair and service coin operated washers and dryers, install new appliances, provide property management appliance maintenance.

Browne’s Appliance Service

Find Reliable and Quality Appliance Repair for All Makes and Models

Trust the experienced team of locally-owned and operated Browne’s Appliance Service, LLC in Lemon Grove, CA, for quality appliance repairs. In business since 1952, you can call on us for in-home repairs anywhere in San Diego. We offer emergency, late night, or weekend service calls at no additional charge.

We Service, Repair and Install:

Washers & Dryers

Refrigerators & Freezers

Ranges & Ovens

Cooktops & Stoves

Range Hoods

Microwaves

Dishwashers

Garbage Disposals

Ice Machines/Makers

Wine Coolers

Emergency, Late Night and Weekend  Service Available – No Extra Charge

NextGen Wireless Repair

Device support or repair
Mobile phone support
Tablet support
Mobile phone body repair
Table body repair

Luna Video Games – San Diego

Console repair service for broken video game systems. Also buys back what is sold, bring in unwanted games for cash or trade credit.

Larson Sharpening Inc.

Larson Sharpening, Inc. is a one-stop shop for all your blade sharpening needs. Our premier sharpening service in San Diego, CA sharpens and repairs clippers, cutters, blades and other instruments for animal groomers, barbers, veterinarians and medical professionals. Trust us to return razor-sharp instruments that work like new.

Box Galaxy

This location will accept packing peanuts for reuse.

76 Sand & Gravel

They specialize in recycled aggregate materials.

Recycling materials they’ll accept for dumping:

Concrete Asphalt
Brick Rock
Clean Dirt Concrete Roofing Tile
WE CANNOT ACCEPT RED BRICK OR PETROMAT

Campo Recycling Center

Recycling center for Cans, Glass, Plastic, Copper etc. They accept CRV. They are open every day of the week to server you best. Top dollar for your recyclables. They are located in Spring Valley, stop by.

Dan “The Man” Haul Away

We specialize in hauling services, including dirt removal, landscaping, mattress removal, all appliances and E-waste. Bobcat services, including concrete demo and drywall removal

* Dirt excavation, removal & hauling
* Bobcat services (36 inches wide)
* Grass removal
* Concrete, asphalt demo, removal & hauling
* Grading for concrete, pavers or landscape
* Yard leveling & re-sloping
* DG and dirt delivery
* Trash removal & haul away

We strive to recycle, reuse and re-purpose every item we haul away, saving the earth one haul at a time.

History

Established in 2013.

Update Green

Residents

Electronic Waste (E-waste) will be accepted free of charge as drop off

Businesses

Free E-waste pickup for businesses, call for details

Besides accepting electronics waste, they also accept office supplies, equipment and furniture (from businesses only). Damaged, broken and unusable equipment are not accepted.

Examples of accepted items: Office furniture, desk, chair, file cabinet, office supplies, desk organizer, shredder, cart, stand, shelving, rack, etc.

They do not accept furniture drop off without prior appointment and confirmation.

Accepted E-Waste

Computers and Peripherals

Mobile Devices

Batteries

Office and Telecommunications Equipment

Data Center Equipment

Cable Equipment

Audio Video and Home Entertainment Equipment

$5 hard drive destruction

Not Accepted

Home appliances

Fans

Vending machines

AC units

Satellite dishes

Vacuum cleaners

Veterans Green Projects

Electronics Recycling

Certified Data Destruction

Equipment dismantling and removal

Asset management IT Disposition

Staples – Solana Beach

Bring in your old office technology products to your local Staples and we’ll responsibly and securely recycle them at no cost to you.

Prohibited items not accepted for recycling:
Appliances, floor model printers and copiers, kitchen electronics, lamps or bulbs, large servers, large speakers or speaker systems, smoke detectors and televisions. Call for more information.

*Limit of seven items can be recycled per customer per day. Store management has the right to refuse to accept items that may pose a health or safety risk.

Personal and consumer use e-waste and batteries only, business materials not accepted.

Staples – Escondido

Bring in your old office technology products to your local Staples and they’ll responsibly and securely recycle them at no cost to you. Prohibited items not accepted for recycling:
Appliances, floor model printers and copiers, kitchen electronics, lamps or bulbs, large servers, large speakers or speaker systems, smoke detectors and televisions. Call for more information.

Personal and consumer use e-waste and batteries only, business materials not accepted.

Staples | Oceanside

Bring in your old office technology products to your local Staples and they’ll responsibly and securely recycle them at no cost to you.

Prohibited items not accepted for recycling:
appliances, floor model printers and copiers, kitchen electronics, lamps or bulbs, large servers, large speakers or speaker systems, smoke detectors and televisions. Call for more information.

Personal and consumer use e-waste and batteries only, business materials not accepted.

Staples – Carlsbad

Bring in your old office technology products to your local Staples and they’ll responsibly and securely recycle them at no cost to you. Prohibited items not accepted for recycling:
Appliances, floor model printers and copiers, kitchen electronics, lamps or bulbs, large servers, large speakers or speaker systems, smoke detectors and televisions. Call for more information

Personal and consumer use e-waste and batteries only, business materials not accepted.

Staples – Vista

Bring in your old office technology products – any brand, any condition – to your local Staples and they’ll responsibly and securely recycle them at no cost to you.

Items Accepted For Free Recycling:

  • Accessories/adapters/cables
  • All-in-one computers
  • Cable/satellite receivers
  • Calculators
  • Camcorders
  • CD/DVD/Blu-ray players
  • Coffee Brewers (less than 40 lb.)
  • Computer speakers
  • Connected home devices
  • Copiers
  • Cordless phones
  • Desktop computers
  • Digital cameras
  • Digital projectors
  • eReaders
  • Fax machines
  • Flash drives
  • Gaming consoles/handhelds
  • GPS devices
  • Household Batteries
  • Hard drives
  • iPod®/MP3 players
  • Keyboards & mice
  • Laptops
  • Mobile phones
  • Modems
  • Monitors (including CRT, LED/LCD, plasma)
  • Printers/multifunction devices
  • Routers
  • Scanners
  • Shredders
  • Small servers
  • Stereo receivers
  • Tablets
  • UPS/battery backup devices
  • Video streaming devices (Apple TV®, Roku Player, etc.)
  • Webcams

Items NOT accepted for recycling:

Appliances, floor model printers and copiers, kitchen electronics, lamps or bulbs, large servers, large speakers or speaker systems, smoke detectors and televisions.

*Limit 7 items per customer per day. All brands of items are accepted regardless of where purchased. Store management has the right to refuse to accept items that may pose a health or safety risk (e.g., broken monitors not packed in a box, laptops with damaged batteries, etc.).

 

Personal and consumer use e-waste and batteries only, business materials not accepted.

Staples – Pacific Beach

This location is currently accepting used gloves and masks for recycling.

Bring in your old office technology products to your local Staples and they’ll responsibly and securely recycle them at no cost to you.

Prohibited items not accepted for recycling:
Appliances, floor model printers and copiers, kitchen electronics, lamps or bulbs, large servers, large speakers or speaker systems, smoke detectors and televisions.

*Limit 7 items per customer per day. All brands of items are accepted regardless of where purchased. Store management has the right to refuse to accept items that may pose a health or safety risk (e.g., broken monitors not packed in a box, laptops with damaged batteries, etc.).

Personal and consumer use e-waste and batteries only, business materials not accepted.

Staples – Carmel Mountain

Bring in your old office technology products to your local Staples and they’ll responsibly and securely recycle them at no cost to you.

Prohibited items not accepted for recycling:
Appliances, floor model printers and copiers, kitchen electronics, lamps or bulbs, large servers, large speakers or speaker systems, smoke detectors and televisions.

*Limit 7 items per customer per day. All brands of items are accepted regardless of where purchased. Store management has the right to refuse to accept items that may pose a health or safety risk (e.g., broken monitors not packed in a box, laptops with damaged batteries, etc.).

Personal and consumer use e-waste and batteries only, business materials not accepted.

Santee Food Bank

Donate Food & Items

Drop-off donations can be made between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. every Wednesday and Friday, as well as the first and third Saturday of each month.

What We’re Looking For

We accept all food items, including fresh fruit and vegetables. You can also donate baby food and baby care items, as well as unopened personal hygiene products such as shampoo, soap, toothpaste, toilet tissue, paper towels and the like. We also welcome food and care items for senior residents.

We are always in need of basic food staples, such as peanut butter, which helps provide protein for families with children; cereal for children and our elderly population; canned spaghetti sauce and dry pasta; canned meat, such as tuna, beef and chicken. We always welcome surplus and imperfect food that is safe and edible.

Animal Rescuers Without Borders

WISHLIST FOR DONATED GOODS

In order of need, these are goods that will be used at adoption events and in foster homes:
  1. Gift cards to COSTCO, PETCO OR other local pet stores
  2. Dog and cat crates*
    ANY size, single or double doored, prefer Black Folding Crate/Kennel
    Can be found on Craigslist or Amazon for very reasonable prices.
  3. Puppy & kitten Dry and Can food
    Please, see below for notes on preferred brands.
  4. Puppy Pee Pads – Small or Medium
  5. E-Collars/Elizabethean collars*
    Otherwise known as “The cone of shame”, in small to large sizes.
    We would LOVE to receive these because they help ARWOB save funds everytime we spay/neuter our rescues. We go through A LOT of these.
  6. Flea, Tick & Heartworm preventatives – especially Comfortis or Trifexis.
    Any size is appreciated, but medium or large dog sizes are preferred so we can dose appropriately.
  7. Dog pens/corrals* – Large or Medium
  8. Cat condos/ trees – Cat scatcher condos/hide aways for kittens and shy adult cats to transition well. Prefer NEW or in great shape and CLEAN.
  9. Pet gates*
  10. Machine-washable dog and cat beds and crate beds*
  11. Toys* for dogs and cats
  12. Treats – any brand for dogs and cats
  13. Cat litter – any scoopabe brand
  14. Cat litter box and litter scoopers

* Clean, gently used, working items welcomed!

ARWOB uses the following brands of dog & cat food:

  •  COSTCO brand – Kirkland puppy & Adult dry
  •  COSTCO brand – Kirkland Cat dry
  •  Science Diet – Puppy or small breed/small kibble size
  •  Science Diet – Kitten dry and wet food any flavor
  •  Iams – Puppy or Kitten dry/wet food
We can accept ANY BRAND of dog or cat food, including opened bags, because anything we can’t use here will be given to our rescuers in Baja, Mexico to distribute to stray animals. 

You are welcome to drop off any goods at scheduled adoption events, or email animalrescuers@sbcglobal.net to schedule a drop off/pick up location and time.

San Diego Humane Society – Oceanside Campus (Cats, Small Animals)

Items can be received in the lobby.

All 3 campus locations in San Diego, Escondido and Oceanside are in need of towels. If you have gently used bath or beach towels that are ready for an upgrade, consider donating them to help animals in need.

General Supplies Needed:

PLEASE NOTE: THEY ARE UNABLE TO ACCEPT ANY MEDICATIONS FOR ANIMALS OR PEOPLE.

FOOD/TREATS:

  • Canned Chicken
  • Cheeze Whiz
  • Dog/cat treats (in original packaging)
  • Dog/puppy, cat/kitten food (in original packaging)
  • Esbilac Puppy Milk Replacer (powdered)
  • Meat-flavored baby food
  • Rat blocks
  • Timothy hay

TOYS/ENRICHMENT ITEMS:

  • Cat/kitten toys
  • Cat scratchers (new)
  • Chew toys
  • Dog/puppy toys
  • Food dispensing toys*

OTHER ANIMAL SUPPLIES:

Please no pillows or used plastic litter boxes. Please call regarding the donation of medical items.

  • 60 to 100 watt incandescent bulbs for Project Wildlife animals.
  • Blankets/Towels
  • Carefresh small pet litter
  • Cat Litter
  • Cat trees (new)
  • Digital animal thermometers
  • Disposable feeding trays
  • Dog shirts and sweaters
  • Grooming supplies (new)
  • Heating pads
  • Housetraining pads
  • Leashes, harnesses and collars (new)*
  • Pet beds (plush and Kuranda)
  • Pet bowls (ceramic or stainless steel)
  • Plastic children’s pools
  • Poop bags
  • Shower pan liners
  • Snuggle Heating Discs
  • Ziplock bags

GIFT CARDS/CERTIFICATES:

  • Amazon.com
  • Grocery stores
  • Local gas stations
  • Local restaurants, movie theaters and book stores
  • Michaels
  • Office supply stores
  • PETCO and Petsmart
  • Target

OFFICE SUPPLIES:

We can always use standard office supplies beyond what is listed here.

  • Avery labels
  • Binder clips
  • Binder rings
  • Calculators (handheld)
  • Card stock
  • Double-sided mounting squares
  • Dry Erase Markers:
  • Electric stapler
  • Envelopes
  • Highlighters
  • Ink cartridge
  • Laminating sheets
  • Note pads
  • Paper clips
  • Phone message tablet
  • Post-it Notes
  • Postage stamps
  • Rewriteable CDs
  • Scissors
  • Sharpie pens
  • Stapler
  • White out tape
  • Writing pens

MISCELLANEOUS SUPPLIES:

  • Art supplies (new)
  • Batteries*
  • Bleach (unopened)
  • Cellophane gift bags and wrap
  • Compressed air cans
  • Dawn dish soap
  • Disinfecting wipes
  • Floral tape (green)
  • Gift tissue paper
  • Laundry soap (liquid, unopened)
  • Lint rollers
  • Paper towels
  • Swiffer Dusters
  • Storage containers
  • Trash bags
  • Wet/Dry Vacuum (small canister, heavy-duty style)
  • White boards
  • Zip ties

For questions about their Wish Lists, please email rmarie@sdhumane.org or call 619.243.3434

San Diego Humane Society – Oceanside Campus (Dogs)

Items can be received in the lobby.

All 3 campus locations in San Diego, Escondido and Oceanside are in need of towels. If you have gently used bath or beach towels that are ready for an upgrade, consider donating them to help animals in need.

General Supplies Needed:

PLEASE NOTE: THEY ARE UNABLE TO ACCEPT ANY MEDICATIONS FOR ANIMALS OR PEOPLE.

FOOD/TREATS:

  • Canned Chicken
  • Cheeze Whiz
  • Dog/cat treats (in original packaging)
  • Dog/puppy, cat/kitten food (in original packaging)
  • Esbilac Puppy Milk Replacer (powdered)
  • Meat-flavored baby food
  • Rat blocks
  • Timothy hay

TOYS/ENRICHMENT ITEMS:

  • Cat/kitten toys
  • Cat scratchers (new)
  • Chew toys
  • Dog/puppy toys
  • Food dispensing toys*

OTHER ANIMAL SUPPLIES:

Please no pillows or used plastic litter boxes. Please call regarding the donation of medical items.

  • 60 to 100 watt incandescent bulbs for Project Wildlife animals.
  • Blankets/Towels
  • Carefresh small pet litter
  • Cat Litter
  • Cat trees (new)
  • Digital animal thermometers
  • Disposable feeding trays
  • Dog shirts and sweaters
  • Grooming supplies (new)
  • Heating pads
  • Housetraining pads
  • Leashes, harnesses and collars (new)*
  • Pet beds (plush and Kuranda)
  • Pet bowls (ceramic or stainless steel)
  • Plastic children’s pools
  • Poop bags
  • Shower pan liners
  • Snuggle Heating Discs
  • Ziplock bags

GIFT CARDS/CERTIFICATES:

  • Amazon.com
  • Grocery stores
  • Local gas stations
  • Local restaurants, movie theaters and book stores
  • Michaels
  • Office supply stores
  • PETCO and Petsmart
  • Target

OFFICE SUPPLIES:

We can always use standard office supplies beyond what is listed here.

  • Avery labels
  • Binder clips
  • Binder rings
  • Calculators (handheld)
  • Card stock
  • Double-sided mounting squares
  • Dry Erase Markers:
  • Electric stapler
  • Envelopes
  • Highlighters
  • Ink cartridge
  • Laminating sheets
  • Note pads
  • Paper clips
  • Phone message tablet
  • Post-it Notes
  • Postage stamps
  • Rewriteable CDs
  • Scissors
  • Sharpie pens
  • Stapler
  • White out tape
  • Writing pens

MISCELLANEOUS SUPPLIES:

  • Art supplies (new)
  • Batteries*
  • Bleach (unopened)
  • Cellophane gift bags and wrap
  • Compressed air cans
  • Dawn dish soap
  • Disinfecting wipes
  • Floral tape (green)
  • Gift tissue paper
  • Laundry soap (liquid, unopened)
  • Lint rollers
  • Paper towels
  • Swiffer Dusters
  • Storage containers
  • Trash bags
  • Wet/Dry Vacuum (small canister, heavy-duty style)
  • White boards
  • Zip ties

For questions about their Wish Lists, please email rmarie@sdhumane.org or call 619.243.3434

San Diego Humane Society – Escondido Campus

Items can be received in the lobby.

All 3 campus locations in San Diego, Escondido and Oceanside are in need of towels. If you have gently used bath or beach towels that are ready for an upgrade, consider donating them to help animals in need.

General Supplies Needed:

PLEASE NOTE: THEY ARE UNABLE TO ACCEPT ANY MEDICATIONS FOR ANIMALS OR PEOPLE.

FOOD/TREATS:

  • Canned Chicken
  • Cheeze Whiz
  • Dog/cat treats (in original packaging)
  • Dog/puppy, cat/kitten food (in original packaging)
  • Esbilac Puppy Milk Replacer (powdered)
  • Meat-flavored baby food
  • Rat blocks
  • Timothy hay

TOYS/ENRICHMENT ITEMS:

  • Cat/kitten toys
  • Cat scratchers (new)
  • Chew toys
  • Dog/puppy toys
  • Food dispensing toys*

OTHER ANIMAL SUPPLIES:

Please no pillows or used plastic litter boxes. Please call regarding the donation of medical items.

  • 60 to 100 watt incandescent bulbs for Project Wildlife animals.
  • Blankets/Towels
  • Carefresh small pet litter
  • Cat Litter
  • Cat trees (new)
  • Digital animal thermometers
  • Disposable feeding trays
  • Dog shirts and sweaters
  • Grooming supplies (new)
  • Heating pads
  • Housetraining pads
  • Leashes, harnesses and collars (new)*
  • Pet beds (plush and Kuranda)
  • Pet bowls (ceramic or stainless steel)
  • Plastic children’s pools
  • Poop bags
  • Shower pan liners
  • Snuggle Heating Discs
  • Ziplock bags

GIFT CARDS/CERTIFICATES:

  • Amazon.com
  • Grocery stores
  • Local gas stations
  • Local restaurants, movie theaters and book stores
  • Michaels
  • Office supply stores
  • PETCO and Petsmart
  • Target

OFFICE SUPPLIES:

We can always use standard office supplies beyond what is listed here.

  • Avery labels
  • Binder clips
  • Binder rings
  • Calculators (handheld)
  • Card stock
  • Double-sided mounting squares
  • Dry Erase Markers:
  • Electric stapler
  • Envelopes
  • Highlighters
  • Ink cartridge
  • Laminating sheets
  • Note pads
  • Paper clips
  • Phone message tablet
  • Post-it Notes
  • Postage stamps
  • Rewriteable CDs
  • Scissors
  • Sharpie pens
  • Stapler
  • White out tape
  • Writing pens

MISCELLANEOUS SUPPLIES:

  • Art supplies (new)
  • Batteries*
  • Bleach (unopened)
  • Cellophane gift bags and wrap
  • Compressed air cans
  • Dawn dish soap
  • Disinfecting wipes
  • Floral tape (green)
  • Gift tissue paper
  • Laundry soap (liquid, unopened)
  • Lint rollers
  • Paper towels
  • Swiffer Dusters
  • Storage containers
  • Trash bags
  • Wet/Dry Vacuum (small canister, heavy-duty style)
  • White boards
  • Zip ties

For questions about their Wish Lists, please email rmarie@sdhumane.org or call 619.243.3434

San Diego Humane Society – San Diego Campus

Donations can be received at the Incoming Animals desk.
(This is the outdoor service desk just beyond the center courtyard with the fountain.)

All 3 campus locations in San Diego, Escondido and Oceanside are in need of towels. If you have gently used bath or beach towels that are ready for an upgrade, consider donating them to help animals in need.

General Supplies Needed:

PLEASE NOTE: THEY ARE UNABLE TO ACCEPT ANY MEDICATIONS FOR ANIMALS OR PEOPLE.

FOOD/TREATS:

  • Canned Chicken
  • Cheeze Whiz
  • Dog/cat treats (in original packaging)
  • Dog/puppy, cat/kitten food (in original packaging)
  • Esbilac Puppy Milk Replacer (powdered)
  • Meat-flavored baby food
  • Rat blocks
  • Timothy hay

TOYS/ENRICHMENT ITEMS:

  • Cat/kitten toys
  • Cat scratchers (new)
  • Chew toys
  • Dog/puppy toys
  • Food dispensing toys*

OTHER ANIMAL SUPPLIES:

Please no pillows or used plastic litter boxes. Please call regarding the donation of medical items.

  • 60 to 100 watt incandescent bulbs for Project Wildlife animals.
  • Blankets/Towels
  • Carefresh small pet litter
  • Cat Litter
  • Cat trees (new)
  • Digital animal thermometers
  • Disposable feeding trays
  • Dog shirts and sweaters
  • Grooming supplies (new)
  • Heating pads
  • Housetraining pads
  • Leashes, harnesses and collars (new)*
  • Pet beds (plush and Kuranda)
  • Pet bowls (ceramic or stainless steel)
  • Plastic children’s pools
  • Poop bags
  • Shower pan liners
  • Snuggle Heating Discs
  • Ziplock bags

GIFT CARDS/CERTIFICATES:

  • Amazon.com
  • Grocery stores
  • Local gas stations
  • Local restaurants, movie theaters and book stores
  • Michaels
  • Office supply stores
  • PETCO and Petsmart
  • Target

OFFICE SUPPLIES:

We can always use standard office supplies beyond what is listed here.

  • Avery labels
  • Binder clips
  • Binder rings
  • Calculators (handheld)
  • Card stock
  • Double-sided mounting squares
  • Dry Erase Markers:
  • Electric stapler
  • Envelopes
  • Highlighters
  • Ink cartridge
  • Laminating sheets
  • Note pads
  • Paper clips
  • Phone message tablet
  • Post-it Notes
  • Postage stamps
  • Rewriteable CDs
  • Scissors
  • Sharpie pens
  • Stapler
  • White out tape
  • Writing pens

MISCELLANEOUS SUPPLIES:

  • Art supplies (new)
  • Batteries*
  • Bleach (unopened)
  • Cellophane gift bags and wrap
  • Compressed air cans
  • Dawn dish soap
  • Disinfecting wipes
  • Floral tape (green)
  • Gift tissue paper
  • Laundry soap (liquid, unopened)
  • Lint rollers
  • Paper towels
  • Swiffer Dusters
  • Storage containers
  • Trash bags
  • Wet/Dry Vacuum (small canister, heavy-duty style)
  • White boards
  • Zip ties

For questions about their Wish Lists, please email rmarie@sdhumane.org or call 619.243.3434

Clean Green Hauling

They specialize in residential junk, commercial junk, construction debris removal, and store to door delivery service.

Clean Green Hauling is committed to recycling, reusing and donating materials whenever possible to reduce the amount of waste dumped in the local landfills. They can typically recycle, reuse or donate most of the materials we haul away including: greenery, metal, furniture, construction debris, concrete, wood, plastics and cardboard.  Help them make San Diego a Better place to live!

Services:

-Dirt removal

-Junk removal

-Concrete removal

-Dumpster rental

Community Resource Center (Encinitas Social Services Office)

The CRC accepts donation drop offs for the following groups:

  • Carol’s House- a domestic violence emergency shelter.
  • The Therapeutic Children’s Center- provides a safe and healthy environment for children recovering from the traumatic effects of domestic violence.
  • The Food and Nutrition program- provides access to healthy food and other items for individuals working towards self sufficiency.

For more information, please visit www.CRCNCC.org

View the donation wish list here.

You may also donate motorcycles, boats, RVs … even quads!

Vehicle donation pick-up is free and most vehicles can be picked up within 24-72 hours.

For complete information and to schedule a pick-up: http://www.careasy.org/nonprofit/community-resource-center

Questions? Please call (855) 500-RIDE.

How to drop off donations: 

We are offering contact-less donation drop-offs Monday through Friday, from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm via the alley behind CRC’s office at 650 Second St. in Encinitas. There you will find a donations table with donation receipts. You may leave your donations there, or if you need help unloading items, please look for a staff person in the doorway to the Food & Nutrition Center (to the right of the donations table) or contact Cindy Collins at 760-230-6307.

Ralphs – Hillcrest

Be a Zero Hero and Recycle Plastic!

https://www.ralphs.com/blog/food/be-a-zero-hero

Always check to see what you can recycle through your local curbside collection program.
If you can’t recycle it there, Kroger also offers these easy options for harder-to-recycle items:

HOW: Collect clean & dry plastic films from packaging at home and bring back to bins at the front of stores

WHAT: Plastic Film & Packaging

Grocery & retail shopping bags (remove receipts and remove hard plastic & string handles) Outer package wrapping (toilet paper, paper towels, diapers)
Dry cleaning bags Resealable zipper bags*
News paper sleeves & bags Produce bags*
Shipping materials (shipping envelopes, bubble wrap, air pillows (deflated)) Bread bags*
Case stretch wrap Plastic cereal box liners*

Packaging with instructions to recycle in store drop-off programs
*Recycle these items in EITHER the in-store or mail-in programs

Debris Box

Dumpster Rentals for Waste Hauling & Removal in San Diego, CA & Surrounding Areas

Debris Box makes it easy to get rid of trash, junk, waste and debris of all types. Offering waste hauling and commercial junk removal services in San Diego, as well as the areas of Alpine, Bonita, La Jolla and Lakeside in California, we help you keep your space clean. 
Rent A Dumpster – Fill it with Trash/Junk & We Will Pick It Up!

Rock, Concrete & Asphalt

These materials can be ground up and used as aggregate in concrete or as road base. We can legally haul up to 10 tons. These loads may not include trash, vegetation (including roots), plastic liner, wood, etc. The unwanted materials may result in a clean-up fee that may be more than the original agreed upon price; these materials may also result in the load being treated as a trash load which may double the recycle price.

Green Loads

Tree trimmings and yard waste are ground up and used as mulch.

Unacceptable items include:

  • Trash,
  • Root balls,
  • Succulents (examples include ice plant, jade & cactus),
  • Fibrous trees and plants because they don’t grind up well (examples include palm trees, coral tree, palm fronds & yucca)
  • Trunks greater than 4 feet in length,
  • Processed wood,
  • Dirt

Wood Loads

Lumber may be recycled.  Incidental nails and bolts are acceptable. Restrictions include:

  • No paint, varnish, stain or other treatment of the lumber.
  • No composite lumber such as plywood or fiberboard.  The glue used in these products make them non-recyclable.
  • No metal hardware such as hinges, elbows, bracket, etc.

Metal Loads

Metals can be recycled as long as they are free of trash. We charge a haul rate and refund or credit your account for the proceeds of the metal sale (supported by a copy of the recycler’s receipt). Mixed metals usually receive a lower price per ton than separated metals.

Sod Loads

Sod is the top layer of grass, roots and incidental dirt. Sod may be recycle if there is no trash.

Complete Recycling

Complete Recycling was acquired by Northstar Recycling.  This company offers a single point of contact for business waste and recycling needs. Northstar Recycling manages recycling, food waste, non-sellable product, and complete zero waste to landfill programs for companies across North America. We specialize in serving manufacturing and distribution facilities, and offer clients a single point of contact for all waste streams, donation programs, resale opportunities, and equipment needs. Learn more about their complete service offerings.

Hugs and Bags

The mission of Hugs AND Bags is to empower and support people, specifically young women, veterans and people in need while helping to improve self sufficiency with Hugs, Meals, Toiletries and Self worth.

Donations accepted in all forms but the following list is for the more urgent items (keep in mind these articles are provided to men/women/children):

Socks/Shoes
Underwear (all sizes, male & female)
Coats
Shampoo/Conditioner (Travel size okay)
Body Wash/Soap
Combs/Brushes
Toothpaste/toothbrush
Deodorant
Lotion
Sunscreen
Female hygiene products
Backpacks (Adult & Children)
Sweatshirts
Blankets/Sleeping bags/sleeping mats
Diapers (all sizes)
Baby formula & powdered-milk
Clothes for newborns
Rain Coats
Waterproof/Water-resistant clothes & shoes
Tarps & umbrellas

Additional drop-off location for donations:
Hillcrest Farmer’s Market with Divine Madmen Coffee
Sundays between 9am-1pm, ask for Robin

This organization collects food donations from businesses only.

Jewish Family Service – Surplus Food Recovery

Accepts:

• Anything that a consumer would buy in the store (must have a label).

• Prepared food only if packaged for resale.

• Produce and frozen food.

 

Please confirm with Tom Stewart, tthomass@jfssd.org, 858-637-3000  or Alice Kellogg, alicek@jfssd.org, 858-637-3297, before dropoff

https://www.sandiego.gov/environmental-services/recycling/sb1383

 

Unfortunately, we suspended our Furniture Donation Program in 2018. We greatly appreciate the time you invested in contacting us about your donations and apologize for the inconvenience. If you would like to connect to another charitable furniture donation program, we recommend the San Diego Rescue Mission, AMVETS, San Diego Habitat for Humanity, or The Salvation Army.

Alpha Project | Downtown San Diego (drop-off location)

Alpha Project does not operate any thrift stores. Therefore, they only accept items that we can use immediately due to our storage capacity.

Donations accepted 9am – 4pm, Monday- Friday.  Please call in advance (619) 696-6500

Items that are always needed include hygiene products, towels, twin sheets, undergarments, blankets, books, clothing in good condition, coats, blankets, socks, and pillows (new pillows only). Other items that may be helpful include bunk beds, filing cabinets, tables, and other household and office items.

Food accepted dependent on space.  Packaged food and prepared food only. For food donations, contact molly@alphaproject.org  619-795-4861

Please call in advance.

Gently Hugged

Gently used or new infant clothing ranging from preemie to 12 months to distribute to needy babies in the San Diego area. Suggested items are sleepers, short and long sleeved bodysuits (onesies), pants, socks, hats, bibs, blankets and extra items such as overalls, jackets, and dresses. They also welcome board books in good condition.

SEE WEBSITE FOR DROP OFF LOCATIONS

Address listed refers to organization office, active drop off locations listed on the website.

United Cerebral Palsy of San Diego County

If you have a gently used wheelchair, walker, or other used items you no longer need and would like to donate for another family or adult to use, please call UCP at (858) 571-7803 ext. 115

Sunglass & Optical Warehouse – Sports Arena

Sunglass & Eyeglass Repairs

Bent frames

Adjustments for poor fit

Fix/replace nose pads

Broken or missing screws

Repair or replace lenses from manufacturers or our house lenses

Most insurance is accepted.

Sunglass & Optical Warehouse – Kearny Mesa

Sunglass & Eyeglass Repairs

Bent frames

Adjustments for poor fit

Fix/replace nose pads

Broken or missing screws

Repair or replace lenses from manufacturers or our house lenses

Most insurance is accepted.

Postal Depot – Encinitas

This location accepts packaging materials in good condition for reuse. Call to confirm accepted materials.

Styrofoam packing peanuts

Bubble Pack Packaging

Air Pillows

Note: Because of special requirements for insured packages they are unable to reuse boxes. Only bring clean materials for recycling—no dirty, torn or unusable boxes or peanuts please.

Call 760.436.1250 to find out if something else is acceptable for recycling.

This location offers paper shredding services.

Pro-Mec Eyeglasses Repair

Specializing in: – Optical Goods Repair – Optometrists – Optical Equipment, Machinery & Supplies –
Opticians

International Rescue Committee

The International Rescue Committee helps people whose lives and livelihoods are shattered by conflict and disaster to survive, recover and regain control of their future.

YWCA of San Diego County

Accepted Donations

Please see below for a current list of acceptable items and arrange a drop-off appointment by contacting Darlene Moreno at 619.239.0355 x225 or dmoreno@ywcasandiego.org. Due to limited space and staff availability, please do not deliver donations without an appointment.

Household – New items only

Bedroom – comforters, blankets, pillows, bed linens (twin and full size only)
Bathroom – bath towels, bath mats, shower curtains, soap dispensers
Kitchen/Dining – cookware sets, dinnerware sets, glassware sets, flatware sets, cooking utensils, kitchen towels, toasters, coffee makers
Toiletries – shampoo, body wash, deodorant, razors, toothbrush, toothpaste, etc. (full size only, no travel or sample sizes please)
Baby items – baby wipes and diapers (sizes 4 and 5 preferred)

Furniture

Donations of new and gently used furniture must be approved in advance to ensure they will fit in our clients’ homes. Please send a recent photo and dimensions of the item to development@ywcasandiego.org. Due to limited space and staff availability, donations must be delivered by appointment only to our administrative office.

Small dining table with chairs (no glass tops)
Small sofas (vinyl/leather only)
Small dressers
Small cribs and play pens (please do not include mattress unless new)

YWCA is unable to accept the following items:

Used clothing, shoes and accessories
Used blankets, sheets, pillows and towels
Used mattresses
Used household goods
Used children’s toys and stuffed animals
Children’s car seats
Medication
Food

Vehicle donations

Your vehicle donation will generate proceeds to support our domestic violence and homelessness programs. Our partner, Action Donation Services, will handle all the details and provide you with a tax receipt. Learn more about our easy donation process.

Casa Raphael – Alpha Project – Vista

Alpha Project does not operate any thrift stores. Therefore, they only accept items that they can use immediately due to our storage capacity.

Items that are always needed include hygiene products, towels, twin sheets, undergarments, blankets, books, clothing in good condition, coats, socks, and pillows.

Other items that may be helpful include bunk beds, filing cabinets, tables, and other household and office items.

Please call in advance.

The Alpha Project has a vehicle donation program as well.  Call 855-802-5742 to learn more about this and other opportunities offered.

Junk Studz

Junk Studz Junk Removal and Hauling is an eco-friendly junk removal company that is capable of meeting all of your junk cleanup needs throughout Southern California. Specifically, we proudly service Orange County, San Diego and L.A. Counties every day in our bright green “junk trucks!”

We serve both residential and commercial clients and will remove nearly anything from your household, office, or construction site.

Below is a list of services Junk Studz Hauling and Junk Removal specializes in:
  • Appliance Removal
  • Furniture Removal
  • Mattress Removal
  • Hoarder Cleanup
  • Construction Cleanup
  • Carpet Removal
  • Yard Waste Removal
  • Foreclosure Cleanouts
  • And More!

Walgreens – Navajo Rd

Simply bring your unwanted, unused or expired medication to a Walgreens safe medication disposal kiosk and drop it in—just like putting a letter in a mailbox.

Medications

Medications in standard containers may be deposited in collection boxes. Loose medication can be put into plastic bags available at the collection box and then deposited. Please ensure any liquid medication is enclosed in secure containers before depositing. Once collected, staff will ensure the medication is disposed of according to federal standards.

Accepted items: Not accepted items:
Prescription medications, ointments & patches Needles & thermometers
OTC medications, ointments, lotions & liquids Hydrogen peroxide
Pet medications *Vitamins Illegal drugs
Aerosol Cans
Inhalers

 

Please remove all labels and any identifying information from containers before disposing at this location

Walgreens – Camino Ruiz

Simply bring your unwanted, unused or expired medication to a Walgreens safe medication disposal kiosk and drop it in—just like putting a letter in a mailbox.

Medications

Medications in standard containers may be deposited in collection boxes. Loose medication can be put into plastic bags available at the collection box and then deposited. Please ensure any liquid medication is enclosed in secure containers before depositing. Once collected, staff will ensure the medication is disposed of according to federal standards.

Accepted items: Not accepted items:
Prescription medications, ointments & patches Needles & thermometers
OTC medications, ointments, lotions & liquids Hydrogen peroxide
Pet medications *Vitamins Illegal drugs
Aerosol Cans
Inhalers

 

Please remove all labels and any identifying information from containers before disposing at this location

Walgreens – Oceanside

This Walgreens Drug Store has a medication take-back bin and is open to the public

Medications

Medications in standard containers may be deposited in collection boxes. Loose medication can be put into plastic bags available at the collection box and then deposited. Please ensure any liquid medication is enclosed in secure containers before depositing. Once collected, staff will ensure the medication is disposed of according to federal standards.

Please remove all labels and any identifying information from containers before disposing at this location

Colour Blocks (Crayon Recycling Program)

There are a few ways to recycle your crayons with them:

  1. She can pick up at your location
  2. You can set up a drop-off meet and greet place, where she can be for a specific time.
  3. You can drop off to her at an arranged place.
  4. Or you can ship to the same address.

If you cannot afford to ship or get grant funds email us at treepassion@gmail.com with weight and address it’s coming from. Colour Blocks can provide paid shipping or pick up at your location.

Please contact Spramani Elaun, Creative Director & Author, at (760) 652-5194 for more details

Solana Center for Environmental Innovation

Programs and Workshops

Solana Center provides a “library” of garden tools that are available for check out by members of the San Diego County community. The goal of the library is to support San Diego County residents with their garden projects at homes, schools, and community gardens.

Bokashi compost drop-off available through a residential pilot program, call for more details.

See their calendar of free events and workshops by clicking here.

Rebates

Rain Barrel Rebates available through The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California’s SoCal WaterSmart Program. Get one today for $55 or less after rebates!
Click here for details on rebates and how to apply.

Looking to start composting at home? Check here for the ways to purchase discounted compost bins throughout San Diego County.v

Recycling

U-Waste Update: U-waste (light bulbs and batteries) recycling is CLOSED until further notice. Please visit wastefreesd.org to find open u-waste recycling sites.

We can accept the following u-waste items for City of Encinitas residents only:
– Batteries, Household Batteries, Lithium Ion Batteries, and Rechargeable Batteries
– Halogen Light Bulbs, Fluorescent Light Bulbs, and Fluorescent Light Tubes

To prepare your batteries for recycling, Package used batteries in a plastic bag. For added safety, tape over the contact points to prevent accidental shocks. Do not use duct tape for this.

 

Drop off available Thursdays, 12 – 5 PM, and Saturdays, 9 AM – 1 PM. No appointment is needed!  Please see staff at the front door before unloading. To maintain safety for all parties, all unloading must be performed by the customer, staff will not be able to assist.

 All customers must log their drop-off by completing the link to the right. A $5 donation is requested in order to help us continue offering this collection program to the community.

Electronics accepted:

Computers and laptops

Computer monitors, mice, and keyboards

MP3 players and CD players

VCR and DVD players

Cell phones and landline phones

Small home or office printers

Fax machines

TVs

Radios

Electronic toys and games

Photo and video cameras

 

La Jolla MailBox Rentals

We are a full service Mailing, Shipping, and Packaging store. We here at La Jolla Mailbox Rentals have been doing business in La Jolla Bird Rock since 1987. Specializing in Fed Ex,  UPS, DHL, and USPS, Shipping and Packaging, Fax Service, Copies, Mail Box Rentals, Shredding, Notary Services and more. Call us today!

Once Upon a Child | Oceanside

  1. Bring in your gently used children’s clothing, shoes, toys, and baby gear
  2. While you check out the store, the buyer will review your items
  3. The buyer will select and make an offer on the items that meet current style, safety, and condition standards, as well as store’s current stock levels
  4. Once you accept the offer, you’ll be on your way with some extra cash, some great new stuff for your kids, or both!

Goin’ Postal – Fallbrook

Fallbrook Goin’ Postal’s mission is to provide great customer service, fair rates, and attention to detail. We are family owned and operated and proud to be serving the Fallbrook community. We offer several business related services such as copying, faxing, private mailbox rentals with electronic notification, notary services, contractor plans printed, live scan fingerprinting, greeting cards, unique gift items, and office supplies. Come visit us today and let us help you with all your shipping and postal needs!

GI Junk Away

Removal, Hauling, and Disposal for residents and commercial operations.

Also offers Curbside Service.

 

That Place That Ships…

By the pallet or by the pound, they’ll make sure your documents end up in a million pieces.

Check website for coupons.

Postal Connections

This location accepts packaging materials in good condition for reuse. Call to confirm accepted materials.

This location offers paper shredding services.

Ingenium

Ingenium is a hazardous waste management company, offering services in removal and transport of hazardous, non-hazardous, biohazardous, radioactive, and specific types of universal waste.

Ocean Blue Environmental Service Inc.

Ocean Blue provides the following services:

  • emergency spill response
  • homeless encampment
  • waste management
  • stormwater services
  • marine services
  • industrial cleaning

 

Hazardous Waste Experts

They provide hazardous waste disposal and other environmental services all across San Diego, California. As experts in the handling, management, transportation and disposal of a wide variety of hazardous waste and other regulated materials in San Diego, California, they are the choice for organizations across the region. Their team of experts and specialists, coupled with a broad array of partners, make us the number one choice for on-call hazardous waste disposal services. They handle all waste types from industrial, commercial, institutional and healthcare facilities in San Diego, California. They are experts in chemical disposal. Their solutions for chemical waste disposal are innovative and we offer several options for a variety of different chemical disposal challenges.

So-Cal State Fire Protection

Ask an associate to schedule pick-up or drop-off service.

RECYCLE MOST DRY CHEMICAL EXTINGUISHERS FOR $10, sizes 1 lb, 2.5 lb, 5 lb, 10 lb.

DROP OFF service DURING BUSINESS HOURS ONLY.
PICK UP service DURING BUSINESS HOURS ONLY.
Minimum charge of $30.  Monday – Friday hours only.

*THEY DO NOT RECYCLE EXTINGUISHERS FOR FREE.
Please do not call and ask for free service.

Leaving extinguishers unattended and unused may result in leakage of gases and other harmful chemicals over time. Servicing extinguishers annually ensures the proper containment of chemicals at the workplace or in the home. It is important that these chemicals do not find their way back into ground water, streams, lakes or the ocean as many of the extinguishing agents are toxic or harmful to the environment. Help us keep the Golden State “Golden” and our beaches clean – RECYCLE!

All Masonry and Landscape Supply

We Recycle Concrete!

Truck: $30
Trailer: $55
Bobtail: $80
10-ton Wheeler: $95
No Wire or Rebar Please No Curb & Gutter, Tile, Dirt or Rock.  Cash or Credit Card Accepted for Drop Fees.

X-Ray Recycling Nationwide

We provide a HIPAA / HITECH compliant certificate of destruction.

Pick-up & recycle all types of film and other silver contained items.