Microwave Problems

I have a microwave oven that is in working condition - What to do?

The thrift stores are not willing to take it. Thus far it seems the only option is to pay $20 (or more) to "dispose" it through an e-cycle program. Do you have any other recommendations on where to donate it? It is older, but a nice large countertop microwave oven in working condition. I just posted it on craigslist. Other ideas? We are in Livermore, CA. Thanks! I am looking for an ethical option for getting this microwave oven that we no longer have a need for out of our garage.

Public Comments

1. if nobody on craigslist buys it, just go to a dumpster behind a best buy or other large store, and dump it there. if u get caught they wont care, and they recycle there electronics they dispose of anyway. and hey, you might find a perfectly good ipod :)
2. I always donate to the churches in my neighborhood. They can give it to one of their members that need it. Good luck.
3. I would use it to microwave stuff.
4. If you have kids, check with the principal of their school, sometimes they know of a needy family that may need it.
5. just use it yourself
6. You have got to be kidding, right? You can't be serious! LOL! Okay then...there are homeless shelters, thrift stores, churches.... Are you REALLY serious?
7. "Gr8Minds" is on the right track, suggesting you look at donation options, actively. My limited experiences in California suggest there are both public and privately-sponsored shelters/programs for homeless, for halfway-house teens, mothers, and substance abusers. Try the real Yellow Pages before the on-line version. If that does not yield a solution, call the municipal or county Social Services offices and explain your good intentions. Lastly, do NOT in desperation try to drop it into a super-store's dumpster. In many municipalities this is a violation of local codes, and you could find yourself paying a stiff fine for "illegal dumping." Good luck!