Freecycle
The goal of Freecycle is to reduce waste by connecting individuals who are throwing away goods with others who are seeking them.  Whether you're looking to discard or acquire an item, Freecycle groups are the places to do it!  Furniture, clothing, appliances, computers, and anything else you can think of.  Everything must be FREE.  You can find a number of area groups on Yahoo, by selecting the link provided and searching "Freecycle Illinois".  There are local groups in Libertyville, Mundelein and Waukegan among others in Lake County.  You may even want to start your own group. 
For further information, you can visit Freecycle's home site at:  www.freecycle.org.

Good Will Industries
Mundelein Store, 761 S Midlothian Rd, Mundelein,IL 60060, Phone: (847) 566-0636
www.goodwillsew.com

Lake Zurich Store, 746 S. Rand Rd, Lake Zurich, IL 60047, Phone:  (847_ 550-0769
www.goodwillsew.com

Habitat for Humanity Restore   
Habitat for Humanity Lake County offers builders and the public the opportunity to donate or purchase new and used building materials. Some materials are used in new homes. Sales help fund HFHLC's building program.

Automobiles -

Auto Parts City in Gurnee will buy and recycle cars, trucks including fluids.

Shoes -
Share Your Soles

Soles4Souls

Throwplace.com
"The Internet's Landfill Alternative"

United Way of Lake County - In Kind Donations
If you own or work for a local business that sells items such as toys, computers, office equipment, furniture, housewares, or any other goods, you might want to consider an in-kind donation. United Way of Lake County can help you direct donations of non-financial items to local non-profit agencies.

YWCA Lake County
YWCA Clothing Donation Program - Eliminating Racism, Empowering Women