Where to Discard Items in Santa Barbara
Explore how letting go can give back: consignment shops, donation centers, and recycling options that align with your values and lighten your load. Use the interactive map, or browse the list of locations below.
Where to Consign in Santa Barbara
Crossroads Trading. Consigns adult clothing. Offer “drop-off selling” service Mon–Thu for repeat sellers. Unpurchased items are donated to charity.
Happy Little Hippo. Consigns gently used children’s clothing, shoes, toys, and baby gear to find new homes, helping families save while keeping items in circulation.
Jessica Consignment. Consigns clothing. Consignment period: 60 days. Commission: 40% for items sold under $100, 50% for items sold over $100.
Mesa Bookstore. Consigns books.
Miss Daisy’s Consignment & Auction House. Consigns furniture and clothing. Their consignment term is typically 50 days plus a 10-day grace period. There is a possibility of extension to 90 days (on approved items). They require photographing / pre-approval of items (send photos) before consigning. For unsold items, consignors must pick them up (they do not offer shipping).
Paperback Alley Used Books. Consigns books. Also accept donations of paperback books in good condition.
Polar Bear. Consigns gently used children’s clothing, toys, and gear, making it easy for parents to refresh wardrobes and playrooms sustainably.
Renaissance Fine Consignment. Consigns clothing. Consignors are required to make an appointment to consign.
The Book Den. Consigns books. They do not accept paperback romance novels, textbooks, or Readers’ Digest condensed books
The Closet Trading Company. Consigns clothing. They offer a process for consignors to request pickup of unsold items.
How to Recycle / Discard in Santa Barbara
LessIsMore.org is Santa Barbara County’s resource for recycling and responsibly discarding items. When we know our belongings are finding the right next place, it becomes easier to release them—allowing us to let go with both peace of mind and purpose.
Where to Donate in Santa Barbara
Adam’s Angels. Collects and distributes clothing, food, and essential items to people experiencing homelessness in Santa Barbara.
Alpha Thrift Store. Donations are sold in local thrift shops, and the proceeds fund programs that empower individuals with intellectual disabilities through Alpha Resource Center.
ASAP (Animal Shelter Assistance Program). Donations of food, bedding, and supplies help ASAP’s all-volunteer team provide love and care to the cats at Santa Barbara County’s animal shelter until they find forever homes.
Community Friends of Santa Barbara Thrift Shop (Previously the Assistance League SB). Volunteer-run shops turn donated clothing, books, and home goods into funds for children, families, and seniors in need across Santa Barbara.
Destined for Grace Thrift Store. Gently used items become education--your donations help fund schools and opportunities for children in Haiti.
Foodbank of Santa Barbara County. Community donations of non-perishable food stock the Foodbank’s shelves, fueling programs that ensure families and seniors across the county have access to healthy meals.
Goodwill: Locations in Carpinteria, Lompoc, Santa Barbara, and Santa Maria. Accepts Clothing, Housewares, Linens and furnishings, Furniture, Artwork, Collectibles, Jewelry & accessories, Holiday items, Toys, Games, Books, Media, Sporting equipment, etc.
Habitat for Humanity. Furniture, appliances, and building materials are resold to raise funds that build affordable homes for local families.
Mothers' Helpers. By collecting baby and children’s essentials like diapers, wipes, and clothing, this volunteer-driven group supports local families with the supplies they need most.
Rescue Mission Alliance. Donated clothing, furniture, and goods help fund recovery, shelter, and food programs serving vulnerable people across California.
Santa Barbara Humane. Beyond adoptions and veterinary services, the shelter gratefully accepts pet food and supplies, turning community donations into everyday comfort for animals in their care.
Santa Barbara Rescue Mission. Your donations provide meals, shelter, and long-term recovery programs for neighbors facing homelessness and addiction.
The Salvation Army Hospitality House / Transitional Shelter. Donations collected through drop-off or pickup stock thrift stores whose sales fund rehabilitation programs and vital social services.
Thrifty Shopper @ Catholic Charities. Affordable goods in their thrift shop come directly from your donations, helping support low-income families and emergency assistance programs.
Unity Shoppe / Unity Gift & Thrift. Thrift stores and donation programs provide food, clothing, and even holiday gifts — ensuring local families have dignity and stability year-round.