Turn Surplus Into Local Support

GiveSurplus is a Southern Idaho nonprofit. We turn unwanted electronics, industrial equipment, and lab gear into funding for local education and community programs. Donate items you no longer need. We handle the rest.

A forklift unloading a large, plastic-wrapped crate labeled “Do Not Lift This Side” onto a semi-truck under a partly cloudy sky, depicting industrial and science surplus being shipped to GiveSurplus.org donations. — Unloading surplus bound for GiveSurplus.org.

What We Accept

We take working and non-working items. If we can resell, refurbish, or recycle it responsibly, we will.

Electronics

Laptops, desktops, servers, networking gear
Phones, tablets, AV gear, projectors
Printers, scanners, POS systems, cables, parts

A large bin overflowing with outdated and dismantled electronic equipment, including servers and control panels. Overlaid text states, "Equipment That’s Done Its Job Can Still Do Good," promoting the idea of repurposing or donating old tech. — It did its work once. It can do good again.

Industrial and MRO

Motors, drives, PLCs, HMIs, VFDs
Pumps, valves, actuators, gearboxes
Sensors, relays, power supplies, circuit breakers
Machine vision, robotics, tooling, bearings
Industrial PCs, panels, enclosures, cabinets

A white ABB robotic arm enclosed in a transparent safety case within a workshop filled with tools and materials, part of GiveSurplus.org’s industrial and science surplus donations initiative. — It once built things. Now it builds opportunity.

Lab and Scientific

Microscopes, centrifuges, shakers, incubators
Spectrometers, balances, pipettes, baths
Fume hoods, vacuum pumps, chillers
Test and measurement: oscilloscopes, multimeters, analyzers

A row of weathered, metal meteorological and environmental monitoring stations with attached sensors, lined up outdoors beside a warehouse, representing industrial and science surplus donations for GiveSurplus.org. — They once measured the world. Now they help change it.

Datacenters and Facility

Racks, UPS units, battery backups
spare parts, carts, storage bins

A large tangled heap of discarded electronic cables and wires, with overlaid text that reads, "Donate your e-waste. Make an impact." The image promotes electronic waste recycling. — Even the scraps can spark change.

Not sure about an item? Ask us. We can help you determine what we can accept and handle responsibly.

A person’s hands sorting through a large bin filled with dismantled electronic components and devices. Overlaid text reads, "Responsible recycling. Local benefit," emphasizing the importance of community-oriented e-waste recycling. — Responsible recycling with real local value.

How It Works

Request pickup or drop-off. Share your list or photos.
We can help with the details of turning your surplus into real community support.
You create impact. Proceeds help support education and community efforts across Idaho.

Why Donors Choose Us

Local mission. We serve Idaho by extending the life of useful equipment and reducing waste.
25 years of hands-on expertise. We understand IT, industrial, and lab assets.
Data handled responsibly. Donated devices are managed with care from start to finish.
Environmental care. Focused on reuse and responsible recycling.
Simple process. Clear communication, coordinated logistics, and dependable service.

For Businesses, Schools, and Labs

IT and facilities managers. Clear out storage, reduce carrying costs, and meet sustainability goals.
Manufacturing and maintenance. Move idle spares and end-of-life parts off your shelves.
Universities and labs. Redeploy, donate, or retire gear with a clean audit trail.

Responsible Reuse and Recycling

We prioritize reuse. When possible, items are repaired or resold. Materials that can’t be reused are recycled responsibly, with disposal only as a last resort.

Service Area

We serve Southern Idaho, including Boise, Meridian, Nampa, Caldwell, Kuna, Mountain Home, Twin Falls, Jerome, Burley, Pocatello, and Idaho Falls. Large projects outside this area are welcome by request.

FAQs

What if my items do not work?

We still want them. If we cannot reuse them, we will recycle them responsibly.

Can you help with large or complex donations?

Yes. We can coordinate the safe removal of large quantities or bulky equipment and adapt to different site needs.

Do you take chemicals or hazardous materials?

No. We cannot accept chemicals, biologicals, or materials that require hazmat handling.

Can I get a receipt for my donation?

Yes. Ask for a wipe or destruction certificate during scheduling.

Do you charge for pickup?

Most local pickups are free. Very large or remote jobs may include cost recovery. We will quote up front.

Who We Are

GiveSurplus is a nonprofit based in Southern Idaho. Founded by John Schiff, who has more than 25 years of experience working with surplus electronics, industrial, and lab equipment. The organization focuses on practical reuse and responsible recycling that keeps valuable materials in circulation and supports local programs.

John Schiff, founder of GiveSurplus, working with electronics equipment in a workshop in Southern Idaho. — John’s been taking stuff apart since he was a kid – and still finding purpose in those pieces.

Ready to Donate?

Great! Here’s a link to our contact form.