We would LOVE to take all of your donations, but unfortunately, we cannot. Have something we don’t accept? Not located in our borough? Have an extreme need for a craft supply that we don’t have in stock? Refer to our handy dandy directory for other like-minded orgs! More will continuously be added!
Where to donate craft supplies
Brooklyn Creative Reuse accepts donations of used art and craft supplies at our Industry City location. Donations are accepted during business hours of Wednesday-Thursday 2pm - 7pm, Friday-Sunday 11am - 6pm.
Some of the items we’re always happy to accept are:
-Glue, tape, washi tape, etc.
-Paint, brushes, ink, etc.
-Clay, ceramics tools, wire, etc.
-Art markers, charcoal, pencils, colored pencils, crayons, pens, oil pastels, etc.
-Fabric, fabric scraps, yarn, knitting needles, crochet hooks, felt, and sewing supplies.
-Clamps, small wood pieces, Xacto knives, levels, frames, etc.
-Beads, jewelry bags, jewelry findings, jewelry display stands, sandpaper, etc.
-Magnets, packing materials, rulers, sharpeners, binders, tacks, scissors, etc.
-Canvas, drawing boards, sketchbooks, decorative paper, etc.
-Scrapbook items, glitter, pipe cleaners, stickers, doodads, etc
Orbit Exchange
An online circular marketplace for construction materials.
Queens collaborative
Creative events and workshops, as well as second-hand art supply closets in Queens.
big reuse
Big Reuse works with and orgs of all sizes to accept materials at scale. Shop at their Gowanus location.
fabscrap
Shop from recovered fabrics in their Sunset Park location, volunteer your time, or check their donation guide.