Austin Creative Reuse Center

Austin Creative Reuse is a nonprofit organization that collects, sells, and distributes donated reusable materials. Reuse centers are more efficient than recycling, because it requires no industrial processing. Reuse also gives us a tangible and inventive way to engage in a sustainable lifestyle.   For the past thirty years, more than 25 creative reuse centers have been thriving in the US. Many of these organizations report diverting 60,000 lbs from landfill each year while also being economically viable organizations. Through tinkering and creative exploration, reuse inspires the engineers, designers, architects, and artists of tomorrow.

They give  materials a second life and here is how:

• By collecting, distributing, and selling reusable materials donated from industry and individuals. This makes creative materials affordable and accessible to the community.
• Educating the community about how to reduce, reuse, and create in responsible and fun ways. Staff and volunteers make instructional kits, have a library of design and art ideas, and share these online and in the Creative Reuse Center.
• Uniting the community by hosting a range of events, activities, and classes that bring people together to build awareness around conscious consumption, sustainability, and art.
• Promoting awareness of like-minded organizations to reduce overlap and increase awareness of city resources.

Make a donation and keep creativity affordable in Austin! Find out other ways to get involved HERE.