You probably know about food banks, but have you heard of furniture banks? New Life Furniture Bank of MA is a volunteer-led nonprofit that helps people rebuild their lives by furnishing their new homes. Plus, good usable furniture and household items stay out of the trash. You can drop off acceptable items at their Walpole, MA location.
If you are looking to donate other items, you can check out the resources available through the City of Newton’s Sustainable Materials Management Reuse webpage.