Where to Recycle Sports Equipment

Many  of us have sports equipment lying around. Maybe the kids can’t fit into those skates. Or you thought you’d like to play tennis. Whatever the reason, sports gear doesn’t have to clutter your attic.You can donate it or sell it through these organizations.

The Epilepsy Foundation accepts donations of your equipment. Call 1-888-322-8209 or go online to www.donatenewengland.org to schedule a convenient at your door pick up. Donations help fund foundation activities.

Bring your sports equipment to Kleen ‘n Hard Sports, 70 James Street, in Worcester for resale. Sell your equipment to the store for 40% of their value to receive a store credit, or consign it and receive 50% of the sale price.

Play It Again Sports also resells used sports equipment. They have several locations in Massachusetts, including Leominster. Bring your used good to them and they will either pay you right then or put its value to whatever you buy from them that day. Check their website to see the types of sports equipment they are buying.

Sports Gift aims to provide sports opportunities to kids in impoverished areas. Check their website to see the types of equipment they collect, which ranges from soccer, basketball, baseball, rugby, to playground equipment and coaching supplies. Then package and ship them to Sports Gift, 32565 B Golden Lantern Street, #190,Dana Point, California, 92629.