Frequently Asked Questions For Donors

What is NAEIR?

NAEIR (National Association for the Exchange of Industrial Resources) is a nonprofit organization that collects excess inventory from businesses and redistributes those items to schools, churches, and nonprofit organizations across the country.

Not at all! Once we review and approve your donation list, we typically email an acceptance letter within 24 hours. Review the full donation process here.

Donating helps businesses eliminate excess inventory, clear warehouse space, reduce storage costs, and ensure brand protection, all while supporting the vital work of non-profit organizations. It’s a quick and easy way to keep products out of landfills and put them to meaningful use. Plus, you may qualify for a Federal income tax deduction worth up to twice your cost.
 

NAEIR accepts a wide range of products, including underperforming SKUs, discontinued models or colors, seconds, buybacks, returns, and other excess inventory—large or small, in almost any quantity.

We utilize a computerized allocation system to distribute items in the Big Book Catalog to nonprofits, schools, teachers and churches nationwide. All other donations are available to members on a first-come, first-served basis. We carefully track each item to maximize its impact. 

We’ve partnered with over 8,000 businesses across the U.S., including 3M, Newell, Avery Products, Cutter & Buck, Dixon Ticonderoga, McMaster-Carr, and Hallmark. Since 1977, we’ve handled over $4 billion in merchandise.

No. NAEIR’s inventory reduction service is completely free for all corporate donors.

Start by clicking below to tell us what you’d like to donate, or call us toll-free at 1-800-562-0955. We’ll provide the paperwork and guide you through the simple, step-by-step process.

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