ReuseFest

ReuseFest is a one-day drop off event open to the general public that diverts materials from local landfills to reuse by local nonprofits.

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PITTSBURGH REUSE FEST

Saturday, October 15, 2022

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Clean out the garage…the basement…the overflowing closets throughout the house and gather gently used items to drop off at ReuseFest, a large-scale collection of materials to be REUSED by local nonprofits.

The Pennsylvania Resources Council’s “ReuseFest” – a one-of-a-kind drop-off event for gently used materials destined for reuse by numerous local nonprofit organizations – accepts a wide variety of items including bedding/bath, clothing, furniture, kitchen items, medical supplies, pet supplies and more.

Click on EVENT DETAILS below to view a list of participating nonprofits and materials accepted.

PRC follows all federal, state and local health/safety guidelines.  To streamline the process at PRC events, participants should pack all materials in their car trunks or truck beds and then stay in their vehicles while the contractor unloads the materials. REGISTRATION REQUIRED FOR 2022 NORTH PARK COLLECTION EVENT.

Questions on ReuseFest? Email Josh Schuneman at [email protected] or call 412-488-7490 x 7.

SHOULD I DONATE THIS ITEM?  While the purpose of ReuseFest is to provide a second life to a wide variety of materials, it’s okay to place stained, broken, cracked or otherwise damaged items in a trash can rather than donating to charity.  Before packing an item to bring to ReuseFest, look at the condition and ask yourself, “Would I buy this item in its current condition?”  This criteria should help you to determine which materials to donate on October 15.

PITTSBURGH EVENT DETAILS

DATE:    Saturday, October 15, 2022
TIME:    10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
PLACE: North Park, Allegheny County

REGISTRATION REQUIRED FOR 2022 NORTH PARK COLLECTION EVENT — REGISTER NOW 

NONPROFIT PARTNERS 

Brother’s Brother Foundation
Construction Junction
DON (Disability Options Network) Services
Dress for Success Pittsburgh
Free Ride
Free Store Wilkinsburg
Goodwill of Southwestern PA
Habitat for Humanity of Greater Pittsburgh
Off The Floor
Society of St. Vincent de Paul
The Education Partnership

SHOULD I DONATE THIS ITEM?  While the purpose of ReuseFest is to provide a second life to a wide variety of materials, it’s okay to place stained, broken, cracked or otherwise damaged items in a trash can rather than donating to charity.  Before packing an item to bring to ReuseFest, look at the condition and ask yourself, “Would I buy this item in its current condition?”  This criteria should help you to determine which materials to donate on October 15.

MATERIALS  COLLECTED AT PITTSBURGH REUSE FEST

All materials donated should be GENTLY USED and in good condition. Partners reserve the right to refuse unusable materials. 

ART & OFFICE SUPPLIES
binders, desk organizers, art supplies, packs of paper (lined, copy or construction), backpacks, etc.

BEDDING & BATH
Bathroom towels/rugs, bed pillows, blankets/comforters, sheet sets (bag and note size), shower curtains/rings, etc.

BIKING SUPPLIES & TOOLS
Bikes, tricycles, bike parts, hardware tool kits, tools, etc.

CHILDREN’S TOYS & SPORTS EQUIPMENT
Toys, books, clothing and sports equipment

CLOTHING, ACCESSORIES, SHOES
Men’s, women’s, plus size clothing, children and infant’s clothing, shoes, dresses, blouses, big and tall clothing, jewelry, purses and other accessories

FURNITURE
Bed frames, dressers, end/coffee tables, kitchen tables/chairs, etc.

GENERAL HOUSEHOLD ITEMS
Ironing boards, lamps, luggage, mirrors, vacuum cleaners, window curtains, tools, workable DVD players, etc.

KITCHEN ITEMS
Cooking and bakeware, kitchen utensils, dish sets, pots/pans/skillets, mixers, crockpots, working countertop appliances, etc.

MEDICAL SUPPLIES
Scrubs (new or gently used), bedside commodes, wheelchairs, rollator/wheeled walkers, shower seats/bathing benches/chairs/stools, pediatric equipment (i.e. wheelchairs, walkers, standers, adaptive seating), etc.

USABLE BUILDING MATERIALS
Appliances, cabinets, ceiling fans, flooring, hardware, lighting, plumbing supplies, roofing, sinks and fixtures, unopened paint, tools, unused lumber, windows, etc.

 

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ERIE EVENT DETAILS

DATE:    Saturday, September 10, 2022
TIME:    10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
PLACE:  UPMC Health Plan, 380 E. Bayfront Pkwy., Erie, PA 15607

NONPROFIT PARTNERS

Chosen International Medical Assistance
Dress for Success Erie
Erie City Mission
Goodwill
Greater Erie Area Habitat for Humanity
Green Scene Thrift
The ANNA Shelter

MATERIALS COLLECTED AT ERIE REUSE FEST

All materials donated should be GENTLY USED and in good condition. Partners reserve the right to refuse unusable materials. 

BEDDING & BATH
New/unopened personal hygiene products, bathroom towels/rugs, blankets, sheet sets (bag and note size), curtains/curtain rods

CHILDREN’S ITEMS
Diapers, toys, clothing, books

CLOTHING, ACCESSORIES, SHOES
Men’s, women’s, plus size clothing, children and infant’s clothing, shoes, dresses, blouses, big and tall sized clothing, jewelry, purses, other accessories

FURNITURE
Hardwood furniture (bookcases, end tables, dining tables, chairs, bed frames, dressers), loveseats, sofas, recliners, lamps, clocks, quality decorating items
NOT ACCEPTED: broken/stained furniture, large metal/wood desks, stained/torn mattresses

KITCHEN ITEMS
Cooking and bakeware, dishes, glassware, pots, pans, cooking utensils, small working appliances (toaster ovens, blenders, coffee makers, etc.)

MEDICAL SUPPLIES
Shower chairs/stools, transport benches, wheelchairs, bedside commodes/bedpans, rollators/pulmonary walkers, other durable medical equipment

PET SUPPLIES
Dog/cat food and treats, stainless steel/ceramic food bowls, hard-sided dog/cat crates

USABLE BUILDING MATERIALS
Bathroom vanities and fixtures, hardware, kitchen cabinets, lighting fixtures, new building materials (extra bundle of shingles or box of ceramic tile), unpainted doors, shutters
NOT ACCEPTED: carpet, lead paint, wall mounted sinks, sinks without base cabinet and used paint

GLASS RECYCLING AT THIS EVENT
PRC, in partnership with Bayfront Glass, will collect all colors of glass bottles, jars and jugs.  No need to separate colors.  Remove caps and lids.

 

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What is ReuseFest?

Started in 2012 through the generous support of the Sprout Fund and other local sponsors, ReuseFest is a one-day drop off event open to the general public that diverts materials from local landfills to reuse by Pittsburgh non-profits.

PRC collaborates with a number of local nonprofits to provide the public with the opportunity to easily donate items that otherwise may have ended up in the trash. ReuseFest helped to connect these usable materials with great local non-profit organizations who found ways to give this material a second life, while benefiting those in need.