The warmer temperatures and blooming flowers can mean only one thing — it's time for spring cleaning. The baseboard buffing, window washing, and closet clean outs might have you feeling brand new, until you look at the pile of discarded items and think,"Now what?"

Before you rush off to the landfill, consider a more sustainable solution. These local places will take unwanted housewares off your hands.

Community Coat Closet

The partnership between SPARK and the Forsyth County Sheriff's Office provides winter wear to community members in need. Coats, hats, gloves, and scarves are accepted year-round.

Drop-off locations:

Sherwood Forest United Methodist Church, 5250 Silas Creek Pkwy. (roundabout entrance)
Forsyth County Sheriff's Office lobby, 301 N. Church St.
The Hub at Augsburg Community Center, 502 N. Broad St. (Pilot View Street entrance)

Crisis Control Ministry

Donations support Crisis Control Ministry's consignment program, where proceeds go to support the nonprofit's mission of helping neighbors in crisis. You can bring gently-used items like purses, jewelry, lamps, bedding, and kitchen utensils Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-12.

Drop-off location: 431 W. Bodenhamer St., Kernersville

greeNest

The nonprofit's Finally Home + Up Off the Floor programs use donated items to support neighbors experiencing a housing crisis. Check out the list of acceptable houseware/furniture items and drop off Tuesday-Friday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. or Saturday, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Drop-off location: 630 Brookstown Ave.

The Snob Shop

This store has been reselling chic + unique items for 50 years in the Twin City. Check the guidelines and call 336-724-2547 to schedule an appointment if you want to become a consignor.

Drop-off location: 1020 Burke St.

Consignment Furniture Emporium

Schedule a crew to look at and load your gently-used furniture, pictures, lamps, rugs, accessories, and toolsin exchange for cash.

Drop-off location: Schedule an appraisal

Winston-Salem Rescue Mission

This nonprofit will do the heavy lifting for you + take that piece of furniture off your hands. Items are sold in the thrift store (704 Oak St. NW) to support recovery programs, medical treatment, and resources for people in need.

Drop-off location: Schedule a donation pickup

The Shalom Project

The local closet and food pantry provides free clothing and emergency groceries to community members in need. You can drop off donations Monday-Tuesday, 12:30-3 p.m. and Wednesday-Thursday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Drop-off location: 639 S. Green St.

Dress for Success

Help un- and under-employed women achieve economic independence by donating gently-used women's work clothes like blazers, blouses, skirts, slacks, and work appropriate shoes on Thursdays from 12 to 3 p.m.

Drop-off location: 375 Buxton St.

City Lights Ministry

This ministry seeks donations for bed items, non-perishable food, household items, and clothing for local children and families. You can also check out the organization's Amazon Wish List.

Drop-off location:

1600 Williamson St.
Schedule a pickup for heavier items

Style Encore

Bring in gently-used clothes, shoes, handbags and accessories, and the store will review your items. You'll leave with cash in hand, based on what the store chooses to accept.

Drop-off location: 243 S. Stratford Rd.