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Thrift & Thrive
Thrift & Thrive
Give your unused items a second life and help us create a more sustainable future
We transform a wide variety of materials into beautiful, functional products
Water bottles, food containers, shampoo bottles (clean and dry)
Shopping bags, packaging materials, bubble wrap
Broken toys, storage bins, plastic kitchenware
Medical waste, chemical containers, broken electronics casings
Wine bottles, jam jars, sauce bottles (labels removed)
Cups, plates, bowls, decorative glass items
Small window panes, mirror pieces, glass sheets
Shattered glass, car windshields, tempered glass
Old newspapers, magazines, brochures, flyers
Cardboard boxes, egg cartons, paper packaging
Old textbooks, notebooks, office paper
Greasy pizza boxes, wet paper, wax-coated paper
Soda cans, aluminum foil, food trays
Food cans, small appliances, metal tools
Old pipes, decorative items, hardware
Lead-based items, radioactive materials, large appliances
Old clothes, bed sheets, curtains, towels
Cotton fabrics, wool items, linen materials
Polyester, nylon, synthetic blends
Moldy or heavily stained items, hazmat clothing
Old phones, calculators, small gadgets
USB cables, chargers, headphones
Small wood pieces, cork, bamboo items
TVs, refrigerators, washing machines, batteries
Please ensure all items are clean and completely dry before donation
Remove stickers, labels, and tape from containers when possible
Use sturdy bags or boxes, especially for fragile items
Convenient locations across campus and community for your donations
From your donation to finished product - here's how your materials make an impact
Your donated materials arrive at our collection points where volunteers and students conduct initial sorting and quality assessment.
Materials are carefully sorted by type, condition, and potential use. Our student teams identify the best transformation opportunities for each item.
Materials undergo thorough cleaning and preparation. Our workshop team removes adhesives, disassembles complex items, and prepares materials for transformation.
Student designers create innovative concepts for transforming your materials. Each design considers functionality, aesthetics, and environmental impact.
The magic happens here! Students use workshops, maker spaces, and creative techniques to transform your donated materials into beautiful, functional products.
Every product undergoes rigorous quality testing and finishing touches. We ensure each item meets our high standards for durability and aesthetics.
Finished products are listed in our online and physical stores. Each item includes information about its origin and the students who created it.
100% of proceeds go directly to our partner charities. You receive updates on how your donation contributed to positive community impact.
Real-time data on our collective environmental impact
Estimate the environmental benefits of your donation before you drop off!
Every donation, no matter how small, contributes to a more sustainable future
Recognizing our most dedicated contributors who go above and beyond
500+ items donated
200+ items donated
50+ items donated
"It's incredible to see my old items transformed into beautiful, functional products. Knowing that the proceeds help children in need makes it even more meaningful."
"Our office started a monthly donation drive after learning about Thrift & Thrive. It's amazing how much waste we've diverted from landfills while supporting a great cause."
"I love getting the monthly updates showing exactly how my donations helped. It's so rewarding to be part of this sustainable community."