Does Goodwill take mattresses?
Quick answer
Many Goodwill locations do not take used mattresses. Rules are set locally. Ask the Goodwill serving your ZIP before you load your car. A clean mattress is not an automatic yes.
Start with your local Goodwill
Goodwill’s national donation page says rules vary by location. It names mattresses as an item many groups do not take.
| Local group | Mattress or box spring? |
|---|---|
| Goodwill Central Texas | Not accepted on its posted list. |
| Goodwill of Greater Washington | Neither is accepted on its posted list. |
| Your local Goodwill | Check its own list. Do not use another region’s answer. |
Those are local examples, not one rule for every store. “We take furniture” does not mean “we take mattresses.” A bed frame, box spring and mattress are separate items.
Ask before you clean or carry it
Hi, I have a used queen mattress in [ZIP]. Do you accept mattresses right now? It is [age] and has [condition]. Can I send photos? I also have a box spring. Do you take that too?
- Say whether the mattress is used, new or still sealed.
- Share the size, age and any stains, wear or smells.
- Ask about drop-off hours and any label rules.
- If pickup is offered, ask who runs it and what it costs.
Get a clear yes for each item. Keep the reply so you have the details on moving day. Do not pay for a cleaning service just to meet a rule you have not checked.
If Goodwill says no
Still good to sleep on?
Ask a person who wants it, or a local group that has confirmed acceptance. Share flaws before pickup.
Worn out or damaged?
Check your trash provider’s bulk pickup or a site that takes mattresses. Ask about the whole cost.
Need it gone by a set date?
Get a backup pickup or drop-off plan. Do not wait until the last hour of a move.
For the full list of routes, use our mattress disposal guide. For another charity, read Salvation Army mattress rules. Neither guide is a promise that a local site will take your bed.
Do not give away a mattress with pests or mold. Tell the waste provider about the problem before arranging removal. Do not leave it outside a closed donation center.
Common questions
Does Goodwill take box springs?
Many locations do not. Goodwill Central Texas and Greater Washington both list them as items they do not accept. Ask your own regional group.
Will Goodwill pick up my mattress?
Only plan on pickup after the local program accepts the item. A furniture pickup service may still reject mattresses. Ask about any partner fee.
Does Goodwill take new mattresses?
Do not assume sealed or unused means accepted. Describe it that way when you call. The local program must still say yes.
What about a mattress topper?
A topper has its own rules. See our Goodwill topper guide before packing it.
Does a store selling mattresses mean it accepts used ones?
No. Sales stock and donation rules are separate. A new mattress on the sales floor does not prove that used donations are accepted.
