Dump & Run

Cornell's Dump & Run program collects items from students leaving campus in May, and resells them to students moving in each August. In addition to diverting about 50 tons of reusable items from the waste stream yearly, the annual Dump & Run sale raises about $80,000 each year for local charitable organizations, primarily Cops, Kids & Toys, to assist with local families during the holiday season.

August 2026 Sale

Dump & Run sale location will be at the Hops at Ithaca Mall, located next Target and across from Michael's. Fall 2026 sale dates:

• August 17-19 - 10am-5pm (Cornell students only)
• August 20 - 10am-7pm (open to the public)
• August 21-23 - 10am-5pm (open to the public)

*Bag sale date is Sunday, August 23.

*Specials section will be closed until the public sale dates to allow a fair shot for everyone to get the premier items.

Find the latest full details at www.dumpandrunithaca.com.

May 2026 Collection

Moving out and can't bring everything with you? Don't throw it away — give it away!

Donations Accepted: 
Clothing & shoes
Furniture & organizational units
Working appliances & electronics
Household items (dishes, clothing hangers, cleaning products, etc.)
Decorations & toys
Sporting goods
New toiletries
Books
Non-perishable food

We cannot accept donations of inkjet printers, mattresses, underwear, trash, anything broken, or opened food packaging.

Check back in the spring here and at www.dumpandrunithaca.com for on-campus collection box locations and dates.