Where Your Donations Go: Supporting Animal Rescue Through Decluttering
- Simply Sorty Organizing
- May 20
- 3 min read
Decluttering and letting go of items that no longer serve a purpose in your life can feel like lifting a weight off your shoulders.
Clutter occupies not just physical space, but also mental and emotional space.
Letting go of it can bring a deep sense of relief, reduce stress, and create clarity.
When your surroundings are calm and organized, it’s easier to focus, be productive, and feel in control.
Beyond the practical benefits, decluttering reconnects you with your values, helps you decide what truly matters, builds confidence in your decision-making, and creates a sense of momentum.
Many find that after decluttering, they feel more motivated, energized, and open to fresh starts.
In a way, it’s not just your home you’re clearing—it’s your mind and your path forward.
Decluttering Made Simple
Once a client feels ready to let go, the next step is putting that readiness into action—and this is where the real transformation begins.
Before we start decluttering, I guide my clients through a simple yet powerful sorting process: grouping similar items together. All the t-shirts in one pile, the sweatshirts in another. In kitchens, we gather all the spatulas, then the baking sheets, and so on.
Seeing everything laid out like this is often an eye-opener. I hear time and again, “I didn’t realize I had so much of this!” That moment of awareness is key—it gives you clarity and control.
From there, we work side-by-side through the decision-making process: yes (keep), no (donate). If there’s hesitation, we use the three-second rule—if you’re unsure after three seconds, it’s a yes (keep)—and occasionally we’ll use a “maybe” bin to revisit later.
This intentional method reduces decision fatigue and helps build the muscle of making confident choices.
And once the “no” pile is clear? That’s when the magic happens—not just in your space, but in the community too.
Supporting Local: How Your Unwanted Items Help Rescue Animals
When we’re done making those decisions and we know what’s staying, that’s when the actual organizing begins.
As for the items you’ve chosen to donate, don’t worry—I take care of those for you. I can fit an impressive amount in my vehicle, and yes, it’s been packed to the brim more than once!
Where Your Donations Go: Supporting Animal Rescue Through Decluttering. I love supporting local charities with these donations, and one of my favorite places to give is Pleasant Pasture Animal Rescue.
They’re currently preparing for their 4th Annual Garage Sale for the Animals, happening June 27th and 28th.
The proceeds from this sale go directly toward helping rescue and care for animals in need, providing them with life-saving veterinary care, nutritious food, safe shelter, and the compassion they deserve.
Pleasant Pasture is accepting donated items now through June 20th, and they welcome
Household Goods
Decor
Tools
Kids' Items and Clothing
Outdoor Gear
Books
Kitchenware
Collectables
Small Furniture, and more (just no broken items or x-rated clothing).
As a registered non-profit, your donations are also tax deductible—and yes, I’ll even create a spreadsheet of your donated items and provide you with a receipt to make things easy.
Decluttering your home and making a difference in the lives of animals? That’s a win-win in my book.
How You Can Help (Even Without Booking a Session)
Even if you’re not ready to book an organizing session, there are still so many ways you can support this meaningful cause.
If you’ve got gently used items around your home that you’re ready to part with, consider donating them directly to Pleasant Pasture Animal Rescue. Every item makes a difference and helps give rescue animals a second chance at life.
Donations are being accepted through June 20th at 1440 140th St., New Richmond, WI.
To coordinate a drop-off, simply text Katherine at 651-728-3141.
And if you're local and overwhelmed by where to start, keep in mind—decluttering doesn’t have to be done alone.
Whether you're ready for hands-on help or just inspired to contribute a few things, know that your efforts matter.
Together, we can create calmer homes and a more compassionate community.
Ready to Declutter with Support?
If you’re interested in working with me and having your donations dropped off for you, I’d love to connect.
Schedule a free discovery call to discuss your space, your goals, and how I can support you through the decluttering process.
You don’t have to do it alone, and together, we can make your home feel lighter, more functional, and full of purpose.
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