Ann Arbor Area Chapter Resources

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    • Ann Arbor District Library, Main Branch - 343 S. Fifth Ave., 734.302.7774
      • Accepts books, cds, and DVDs for Friends of the Library Book Store, delivered to the loading dock during library hours.
         
    • Ann Arbor PTO Thrift Shop - 2280 S. Industrial, 734.996.9155
      • Accepts and sells furniture, household goods, small appliances, jewelry, antiques, clothing, toys, books and media in support of Ann Arbor Public Schools. Call for free furniture pickup.
         
    • Ann Arbor Thrift Shop - 3530 Washtenaw, 734.662.6771
      • Accepts and sells clothing, jewelry, antiques, books, furniture, and small household items.  Donations accepted at the blue side door. 
         
    • Drop-Off Station - 2950 E. Ellsworth, 734.971.9400
      • Accepts most electronics. Also recycles appliances, computers, televisions. Some fees may apply.
         
    • Food Gatherers - 1 Carrot Way, 734.761.2796
      • Call or check Web site for food and personal care item donation guidelines.          
                                                                                                     
    • Friends in Deed  - 1196 Ecorse Rd. Ypsilanti, MI, 734.484.7607
      • Provides free, good-condition furniture and cars to needy of Washtenaw County.
         
    • Goodwill - 557 E Michigan Ave. Saline. 734.429.2789
      • Accepts clothing, household items, toys, furniture, and small appliances.  Accepts computers for recycling.
         
    • Habitat for Humanity ReStore - 170 Aprill Drive, 734.822.1530 (warehouse), 3909 Jackson Rd., 734.478.6331
      • Accepts and sells building materials, tools, appliances, and furniture. Will schedule pickups. Also accepts many electronics for free recycling.
         
    • House by the Side of the Road - 824 Phoenix, 734.971.2550
      • Accepts clothing, bedding, toys, and small household articles. Call for donation and pickup information.
         
    • Humane Society of Huron Valley - 3100 Cherry Hill Rd., 734.662.5585
      • Accepts towels, pet articles, dog collars, leashes, and more. Check website for updated wishlist.
         
    • Kiwanis Club of Ann Arbor ‑ Downtown - 200 S. First at Washington, 734.665.0450
      • Accepts and sells clothing, furniture, tools, toys, books, and small appliances. Schedules free pickups.
         
    • Military Order of the Purple Heart - Westland, 734.728.4560
      • Accepts clothing, household items, and small working appliances and TVs. Schedules free pickups.
         
    • Recycle Ann Arbor’s ReUse Center  -  2420 S. Industrial, 734.222.7880
      • Accepts and sells salvaged building materials, working appliances, TVs, and household items. Pickup service available; some restrictions apply.
         
    • St. Vincent De Paul Society - 1001 Broadway, 734.761.1400
      • Accepts clothing and household items.
         
    • Salvation Army, Area Drop‑Off Center - 1621 S. State, 734.332.3474
      • Accepts clothing, household goods, furniture, and jewelry. Call 800.728.7825 to schedule free pickups.
         
    • The Scrap Box - 581 State Circle, 734.994.0012
      • Accepts and sells craft items from industrial discards. Public welcome to recycle corks, coffee cans, cds, seashells, and baby food jars. 
  • Community Involvement Committee

    The Community Involvement Committee will identify opportunities for the Board and members to support community organizations and housing related activities.

  • Chapter Government Affairs Committee

    The Governmental Affairs Committee works to promote the importance of the REALTORS® Political Action Committee (RPAC), fundraises for RPAC, creates awareness of legislation affecting the real estate industry, and makes candidate endorsement recommendations.

  • Chapter Your Professional Network Committee

    Your Professional Network Committee brings together fellow "young at heart," like-minded professionals for networking and insight into the real estate industry.