You can donate a car seat, but only if it has never been in an accident, if it has not expired, and if the straps haven't been chemically cleaned.
Where can I recycle car seats in the Bay Area?
You can check with churches, homeless shelters, women's shelters, and your local job and family services. Obviously, rules will vary from place to place. But a lot of these places – especially women's and homeless shelters may love to have your old car seat.
Where can I donate a car seat and stroller near me?
When is the next car seat trade-in event taking place? Sunday, September 11, 2022 through Saturday, September 24, 2022. What type of car seat qualifies for a trade in?