If you have a closet full of art and craft supplies that your kids no longer use, it’s time to consider a new solution. Rather than throwing them away or selling them, you might be surprised to learn that there’s a place in Rockford that will accept your gently used supplies.
Benefits of Donating Gently Used Supplies
• Reduces waste and supports sustainability
• Helps to reduce the environmental impact of the craft supply industry
• Saves you money on purchasing new supplies
• Allows others to access the supplies for future projects
Donating gently used art supplies is a win-win situation for everyone involved. Not only will you be decluttering your home and reducing waste, but you’ll also be helping to support a creative community and saving money on new supplies.
The Scrap Jar: A Creative Reuse Center in Rockford
The Scrap Jar is a creative reuse center located in downtown Rockford that’s specifically designed to accept gently used art and craft supplies. They’re currently not open for shopping, but they’re a great resource for those looking to donate their unwanted supplies. • Location: 324 E State Street, Rockford, IL
• Donation hours: Check their Facebook page for listed hours
The Scrap Jar team is excited to be accepting donations of all types, including:
- Clean and reusable arts and crafts supplies
- Office and school supplies
- Art supplies
When donating, please consider pre-sorting your supplies into categories to make the process easier for the team. However, if you’re unable to sort, don’t worry – their team will do it for you at the shop.
What Happens to Your Donated Supplies
Once your donation is sorted, it will be placed on the shop floor for other creatives to use for future projects. This is a great way to help others in the community make their creations come alive without breaking the bank.
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The Scrap Jar has already collected over 500lbs of supplies, and they’re excited to continue accepting donations to help support their mission.
Contact Information
If you’re interested in donating your gently used art supplies to The Scrap Jar, here’s how you can get in touch:
- Contact them on Facebook for listed donation hours and more information
- Visit their website (if available) for more information on their mission and programs
Getting Involved
The Scrap Jar is a community-driven initiative that relies on the support of local creatives to help make it happen. Here are some ways you can get involved:
- Donate your gently used art supplies
- Volunteer your time to help sort and process donations
- Spread the word about The Scrap Jar and their mission
By getting involved with The Scrap Jar, you’ll not only be helping to make a positive impact on your community, but you’ll also be supporting a creative reuse center that’s dedicated to reducing waste and promoting sustainability.
