Donations

Support our mission by donating gently used items to Lily PADS Resale Boutiques. Your contributions help provide shelter and essential resources for individuals and families in need.

How to Donate

In-Person Donations can be dropped off at either of our locations Mon – Sat 9am-4pm. Please ensure all items are clean and in good condition. For large furniture donations, we recommend calling ahead to confirm space availability and to schedule a drop-off time.

Donation Guidelines

All items must be gently used or better
Items should be clean and free of stains, odors, or damage
Electronics and small appliances must be in working order
Large furniture donations require prior approval

Donation Hours

9:00AM – 4:00PM

Peru Location

4471 Progress Blvd., Peru, IL

Ottawa Location

411 E Stevenson Road, Ottawa, IL 61350

What We Accept

We accept items that can be resold in our stores. All donations must be clean, in good condition, and not in need of repair. Please note: Even high-quality items may be declined due to space limitations or low resale demand.

Clothing & Accessories

Clothing, Jewelry, Purses, Shoes, Hats, Scarves, Luggage, and Unopened Health & Beauty Items

Furniture

Gently used Furniture (free of pet or smoke odors), Sewing Machines, Baby Bath Seats, and Newer Changing Tables

Home Decor

Decorative Items, Floral Arrangements, Lamps, Seasonal Décor (accepted year-round), Wicker Baskets, Linens (sheets, towels, bedspreads), Fabric, and Yarn

Kitchenware

Cookware, Dishes, Utensils, Pots and Pans, and Countertop Appliances

Books & Media

Books, Office and School Supplies, Music, and Movies

Toy’s & Play

Toys, Games, and Puzzles

What We Don't Accept

Some items cannot be accepted due to:

Safety and government regulations
High disposal costs
Limited storage space
Low resale demand

Baby & Children’s Items

Cribs, Strollers, Car Seats, High Chairs, Playpens, Baby Walkers, and Toys made of Soft Plastic or Painted Wood

Furniture & Home Goods

Bean Bag Chairs, Blinds, Bunk Beds, Mattresses/Box Springs, Pianos, Organs, Waterbeds, and Window Shades

Electronics & Office Equipment

Cassette Tapes, Computer Monitors, Towers, Keyboards, Printers, Fax Machines, Televisions and Typewriters

Hazardous or Regulated Materials

Batteries (unless new in package), Fire Extinguishers, Hazardous Materials, Oil, and Paint

Large or Specialized Items

Auto Parts (unless small and new in box), Building Materials, Fish Tanks, Large Exercise Equipment, and Furnaces

Non-Resalable or Personal Items

Used Inflatable Items, Opened or Used Makeup, Food or Beverages, Encyclopedias, Reader’s Digest Condensed Books, and any Living Items (plants or animals)

Donation Form

Still unsure if we accept an item? Fill out form below.