We work with organizations that share our goals.
When it comes to waste, recycling is often thought of as the best option, but it’s more like the last. That’s why our first priority is finding partners that can reuse, repurpose, reclaim or repair items. We also collaborate with organizations that that share our value of community.
Is there a nonprofit, artist or community organization we should be working with on a collection item or event? Let us know!
Chicago Creative Reuse Exchange
Reusable educational materials and art supplies are made available to teachers and community members.
Conscious Costume
Adult, children and pet costumes are accepted at our annual Sustainability Costume swap, then donated to Conscious Costume for additional swapping.
Cradles to Crayons
Clothing and shoes are collected, separated and distributed to organizations across Chicago.
Danielle Cares for Chairs
Plastic bread tags are recycled and sold to purchase wheelchairs for people in need.
EcoShip
Lightly used packing and shipping materials are collected and distributed for free to individuals and small businesses for reuse.
FreshLens Chicago
A tuition-free photography program for under-resourced Chicago students, FreshLens students and teachers provide our event photography.
Got Sneakers
Athletic sneakers, cleats (rubber only), lifestyle/casual sneakers and hiking.
Lions Club
Usable glasses for the Lions Recycle For Sight Program (via SCARCE)
Nowhere Collective
Various art materials for their community of remakers.
Open Books
Sellable books in good condition, including fiction, nonfiction, craft books, cookbooks, children’s books, and more.
SCARCE
Books, crayons and other school supplies are made available to teachers and community members.
Trash People of Logan Square
Great co-conspirators, we collaborate with Trash People to collect a variety of materials.
Working Bikes
Used bikes are given new life and redistributed as tools of empowerment in local and global communities.