Not Accepted Items

Due to limited resources, San Marcos Resource Recovery cannot accept many items suitable for reuse or recycling. 

We encourage students to donate what they can to minimize landfill waste and help support the local organizations and reuse businesses serving our community. 

Included below are disposal and donation tips for the items we cannot accept. Click the headings to see additional details. 

  1. Poor Condition Clothing

Poor Condition Clothing







Please dispose of dirty, stained, or damaged items.


No undergarments'' or socks.


Only donate gently used items.

  1. Mattresses, Box Springs, & Pillows
  1. Large Or Upholstered Furniture 
  1. Poor Condition Household Goods
  1. OPened or Expired Food & Hygiene Products