Prescription drug donation programs present a powerful solution at the intersection of health equity, environmental sustainability, and support for underserved communities. These initiatives recover unopened, unexpired medications, typically donated by nursing homes, hospitals, or other health care facilities, and redistribute them to low-income, uninsured, or otherwise vulnerable individuals who might otherwise go without.
This resource provides a state-by-state guide to donation programs, including where programs are located, program names, eligibility requirements to access donated drugs, and how to get in touch (phone or website). You’ll also find details on whether medications can be donated, along with additional notes and resources for each state.
For more information about accessing prescription drugs generally, visit our Prescription Drugs Resource Module.
| State | Participating Locations | Name of Program | Requirements to Participate | Contact - Phone | Other Notes | Other Relevant Sources | Can you donate medication? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona | N/A - Arizona does not provide information on specific participating repository locations. Check with your local pharmacy | Per state law, eligibile patients are those who are indigent, uninsured, underinsured or enrolled in a public health benefits program.Arizona Revised Statute Section 32-1909 U.3 | 602-771-2727 | Yes | |||
| California | 725 E. Santa Clara Street Suite 202, San Jose, CA 95112 | Better Health Pharmacy | Per the website:-Anyone with a valid prescription, and provided they have the medication in stock, can receive medication-Call their number for more information about applying | 408-794-0564 | Better Health services include: -No charges or copays for medications -Prescription mailing services are offered in Santa Clara County per request, certain restrctions do apply | No, only from licensed healthcare facilities | |
| Colorado | 555 E. Costilla St. Colorado Springs, CO 80903 | Open Bible Medical Clinic | Requirements to participate include:-Must reside in El Paso or Teller County, CO-be over the age of 18 and under 64, -at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level-Have no health insurance coverage-Not be enrolled for state or federal coverage (Medicaid and Medicare)-Not be a member of PVCHC (Peak Vista Community Health Center)-Not be a veteran that already has health benefits | 719-475-0972 or 719-596-4449 | No. | ||
| Florida | 4052 Bald Cypress Way Tallahassee, FL 32399 | Florida Rx Connects (Prescription Drug Donation Repository Program) | Eligibility requirements for patients:-Have a family income that is below 200% of the federal poverty level (FPL)-Resident of Florida-Have a valid prescription for a donated drug-Complete and Submit a Florida Rx Connects Patient Application and Dispensing form (see website for the form) | 850-841-8530 | No, only from eligible organizations and facilities | ||
| Georgia | No given address | Good Pill Pharmacy | Requirements include:-Having a valid Georgia shipping address-No stated income requirements. They accept anyone who is uninsured or has insurance but their co-pay or deductible is too high | 888-987-5187 | Costs may include: -The first order is $6, regardless of the number of medications -Past the first order they charge an administration fee for each medication Other Notes: -Goodpill delivers directly to your home | No | |
| Illinois | No given address | Good Pill Pharmacy | Requirements include:-Having a valid Illinois shipping address-No stated income requirements. They accept anyone who is uninsured or has insurance but their co-pay or deductible is too high | 888-987-5187 | Costs may include: -The first order is $6, regardless of the number of medications -Past the first order they charge an administration fee for each medication Other Notes: -Goodpill delivers directly to your home | No | |
| Iowa | 1500 SE 19th St. Ste 530, Grimes, IA 50111 | Drug Donation Repository | Requirements include:-Living in the state of Iowa-Uninsured or under-insured-Annual household income at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level | 1-866-282-5817 | Note: -They do not fill orders for controlled substances or those requiring refrigeration | No, only from licensed healthcare facilities | |
| Kansas | 3011 N Michigan Pittsburg, KS 66762 | Community Pharmacy Network - Community Health Center of Southeast Kansas | Federally Qualified Health Centers, indigent health care clinics, and Community Health Centers are qualified to receive medications from the Kansas Repository. The clinics can then give these medications to patients earning under 200 percent of the federal poverty level and those enrolled in public insurance programs administered by the Kansas Department of Health and Environment. Participating clinics or centers may not charge a handling fee for medications received from The Kansas Repository. | 620-231-9873 | Community Pharmacy Network | Unused Medications Program | No, only donations from entities or facilities that register with Pharmacy Board |
| Kentucky | N/A - Kentucky does not provide information on specific participating repository locations. Check with your local pharmacy | Legend Drug Repository Program | The Legend Drug Repository Program allows pharmacies to participate if they meet certain requirements. Check with your local pharmacist. Indigent and uninsured patients are given priority access to medications. However, if donated drugs are available and there are no indigent, uninsured, or underinsured patients who need them, then authorized patients may be dispensed donated drugs. You will be asked to fill out the form found at the following url, which needs to be signed by your pharmacist and submitted to the Kentucky Board of Pharmacy | 502-564-7910 | Kentucky Board of Pharmacy Newsletter | A donor can be any entity that possesses state-level or federal authorization to possess drugs. Examples of eligible donors include pharmacies, clinics, and prescribers, as well as drug manufacturers, wholesalers, and distributors. There is no special registration required to donate drugs. However, donations can only be accepted by authorized recipients designated by the Board. | |
| Louisiana | 1. 1647 Convention St, Baton Rouge, LA 70802 2. 3500 Canal St, New Orleans, LA 70119 3. 201 Canal Street Houma, LA 70360 4. 502 Grammont Street, Monroe, LA 71201 | Community Pharmacy | SVdP Baton Rouge | State law defines qualified patients as those without sufficient funds to obtain medications, as determined by strict screening guidelines based on needs assessment. This does not include any strict income or healthcare requirements. Reach out to your local participating pharmacy to determine personal eligibility.Louisiana Admin. Code tit. 46 Section LIII-2103 | 1. 225-383-74502. 504-827-58423. 985-872-22534. 318-387-7868 | Yes. Donations are taken at the pharmacy Monday- Friday from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm. | ||
| Maryland | View website for participating locations | Pages - drug-repository | State law says that recipients shall be a resident of Maryland, and that health care practitioners should use their discretion in determining the patient's financial need to participate in the program.Talk to your local participating pharmacy to determine supply and personal eligibility.Maryland Code Regulations 10.34.33.06-1 | View website for participating locations | Yes. You must fill out a Donor Form | ||
| Michigan | View website for participating locations | Utilization of Unused Prescription Drugs Program | To be eligible, a participant must:-be a resident of Michigan-Be eligible to receive medicaid or medicare or have no health insurance and otherwise lack reasonable means to purchase prescription drugs. (Michigan Public Act 383 of 2012, Section 17775).Contact the local participating pharmacy for individual eligibility and supply availability. | View website for participating locations | Drugs may be donated from a resident in an eligible facility, and musthave been obtained while the resident was admitted to an eligible facility. | ||
| Minnesota | View website for participating locations | RoundtableRx | To be eligible for participation in the drug repository program, an individual must submit an intake form to a local repository that attests that the individual:-is a resident of Minnesota-is uninsured and not enrolled in the MinnesotaCare program, has no prescription drug coverage, or is underinsuredMinnesota Statutes Section 151.555 Subd. 5 | N/A | Individuals, pharmacies, clinics, long-term care facilities, & manufacturers can all donate prescription & over-the-counter medication, as well as medical supplies. | ||
| Montana | 500 W Broadway St, Missoula, MT 59802 | Providence St. Patrick Hospital | Any patient who is diagnosed with cancer is eligible to receive drugs or supplies under the cancer drug repository program.Administrative Rules of Montana Subchapter 24.174.15 | 406-543-7271 | Providence Montana - HealthBreak - Cancer Drug Repository | Yes | |
| New Mexico | View website for participating locations | NM Board of Pharmacy Prescription Drug Donation Program | State law does not specify restrictions on who may be recipients of donated drugs. Contact the participating pharmacy for specific eligibility and supply information. | View website for participating locations (currently 8) | Program Guide | Yes. You must fill out a Donor Form | |
| North Carolina | View website for pariticpating locations | Free Pharmacy Program - NC MEDASSIST | Requirements to receive medications include:-Being a North Carolina resident-Have no health insurance (they may be able to help some Medicare patients on a case-by-case basis, contact them for details). -Have income at or below 300% of the Federal Poverty Level | 866-331-1348 | Visit their website for details on applying. There may be a small handling fee for medications received. | No | |
| North Dakota | View website for participating locations | Prescription Drug Donation Program | State law does not put specific requirements for which patients may receive donated medicine. However, contact the local participating pharmacy for specific supply and eligibility information.North Dakota Century Code Chapter 43-15.2 | View website for participating locations (currently 114) | Drug donation form | Yes. You must fill out a Donor Form | |
| Ohio | View website for participating locations | Operating a Drug Repository Program | To be eligible to receive drugs from a drug donation program, a recipient must:-Be a resident of Ohio or currently reside in the state-Be uninsured or underinsuredHowever, contact the local participating pharmacy to discuss eligibility. Drugs may be available depending on supply.State of Ohio Board of Pharmacy Rule 4729:5-10-05 | Any pharmacy, drug manufacturer, or health care facility, or other person or government entity may donate or give drugs to a drug repository program. | |||
| Oklahoma | 5315 S Lewis Ave, Tulsa, OK 74105 | Drug Recycling Program | Tulsa County Medical Society | United States | State law specifies that donated drugs are for "medically indigent" patients, which means a person eligible to receive Medicaid or Medicare, or a person who has no health insurance and who otherwise lacks reasonable means to purchase prescribed medications.59 OK Statute Section 367.2 | 918-743-6184 | No. Only nursing homes can donate. | ||
| Oregon | 2300 NE Neff Road Bend, OR 97701 | Charitable Pharmacy - Volunteers in Medicine | State law does not place any requirements on who may receive donated medications from charitable pharmacies. Contact the local participating pharmacy for specific requirements.Oregon Board of Pharmacy, Chapter 55, Division 44 (855-044-0001) | 541-330-9001 | Division Rules | No | |
| South Dakota | Visit website for participating locations | Donated Prescription Drug and Medical Supply Redispensing Program | South Dakota Department of Health | To be eligible to receive donated drugs under the program, patients should be an indigent, uninsured, or underinsured person. However, if the participating pharmacy's supply of donated drugs exceeds the need for donated drugs by indigent patients, then ANY other person in need may be considered eligible. Contact the participating pharmacy to inquire about supply and eligibility.SD Admin Rules 20:51:35:01 | 605-328-2620 | Yes. You must fill out a Donor Form | ||
| Tennessee | N/A - Tennessee does not provide information regarding participating repository locations. Contact your local pharmacy or the Tennessee Board of Pharmacy (contact details to the right) for more information about participating locations. | Tennessee Drug Repository Program | To be dispersed drugs each patient is required to attest that they:-Are a resident of Tennessee-Earn income of below 200 percent of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL)-Are uninsured and have no prescription coverage for the prescribed drugsTennessee Board of Pharmacy Rule 1140-170.07. | 615-253-1299 | Division Rules | Yes. You must fill out a Donor Form | |
| Texas | View website for participating locations | Prescription Drug Donation Program | Texas DSHS | No given requirements, but if you have questions about the program, contact the Texas Department of State Health Services at rxdrugdonation@dshs.texas.gov | 817-333-0180 | Yes. You must fill out a Donor Form | ||
| Virginia | View website for participating locations | Virginia Board of Pharmacy - Collection Site for Donated Drugs | Virginia's drug donation program, per state law, is designed to provide drugs to medically indigent patients. (Code of Virginia Section 54.1-3411.1). So, the program is aimed at those without health insurance and who are not eligible for other health care such as Medicaid or Medicare. However, access may be available depending on supplies. Contact local participating locations for personal eligibility. | About the Board | Yes | ||
| Washington | View website for participating locations | Unexpired Prescription Drugs Donation Program | Per state law, uninsured patients are given priority access to donated medications. However, if an uninsured individual has not been identified as in need of available prescription drugs and supplies, they may be dispensed to other individuals expressing need (RCW 69.70.040).Contact the local pharmacy for availability. | Must be donated by a participating pharmacy by a patient or patient's representative. | |||
| Wisconsin | View website for participating locations | Drug Repository Program | Any person who lives in Wisconsin can receive drugs or supplies through the Drug Repository Program. The law sets priority of who gets the drugs or supplies first:1) Those who don't have insurance.2) Those who receive or qualify for Medicaid, Medicare, or other government-based health care.3) Everyone else who is otherwise eligible. | You may be charged a fee at some pharmacies for the extra work they do when giving out donated drugs. This includes time spent: -Counseling -Documenting -Preparing The fee cannot be more than $15. | Yes. You must fill out a Donor Form | ||
| Wyoming | View website for participting dispensing sites | Wyoming Medication Donation Program | Requirements include:-Being a Wyoming resident-Low income-Lack of prescription insurance or inadequate coverage**If you are unsure if you qualify, contact WMDP. They encourage everyone to apply and exceptions can be made on a case-by-case basis. See instructions on how to apply in the right column "Other Notes" | 307-635-1297 | How to Apply: -Go to website -Print out and fully complete the application packet -Attach proof of income and proof of residency -Sign the Notice of Privacy Practices **Note: you must print off and fill out the application by hand. It is preferred to fax or mail the phyical application. | Yes. You must fill out a Donor Form |