Reuse Fest

What Is 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.

Events sponsored by:

Erie Reuse Fest

Saturday, September 23, 2023

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.

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, pet supplies and more.

See Event Details below for a list of participating nonprofits and materials accepted.

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.

Questions on ReuseFest?

Email Josh Schuneman at joshs@prc.org 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.

Erie Event Details

DATE:    Saturday, September 23, 2023
TIME:    10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
PLACE:  UPMC Health Plan, 380 E. Bayfront Pkwy., Erie, PA 15607

Erie City Mission
Goodwill
Greater Erie Area Habitat for Humanity
Green Scene Thrift
The ANNA Shelter

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

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

  • Diapers
  • toys
  • clothing
  • books

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

  • 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

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

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

  • Dog/cat food and treats
  • stainless steel/ceramic food bowls
  • hard-sided dog/cat crates

  • 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

 

Pittsburgh Event Details

DATE:    Saturday, October 14, 2023
TIME:    10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
PLACE:  North Park, Allegheny County

2023 DETAILS TO BE ANNOUNCED SOON

REGISTRATION REQUIRED FOR 2023 NORTH PARK COLLECTION EVENT

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  1. Brother’s Brother Foundation
  2. Construction Junction
  3. DON (Disability Options Network) Services
  4. Dress for Success Pittsburgh
  5. Free Ride
  6. Free Store Wilkinsburg
  7. Goodwill of Southwestern PA
  8. Habitat for Humanity of Greater Pittsburgh
  9. Off The Floor
  10. Society of St. Vincent de Paul
  11. The Education Partnership

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.

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

  • Binders,
  • Desk organizers
  • Art supplies
  • Packs of paper (lined, copy or construction)
  • Backpacks
  • Etc.

  • Bathroom towels/rugs
  • Bed pillows
  • Blankets/comforters
  • Sheet sets (bag and note size)
  • Shower curtains/rings
  • Etc.

  • Bikes
  • Tricycles
  • Bike parts
  • Hardware tool kits
  • Tools
  • Etc.

  • Toys
  • Books
  • Clothing
  • Sports equipment

  • Men’s
  • Women’s
  • Plus size clothing
  • Children and infant’s clothing
  • Shoes
  • Dresses
  • Blouses
  • Big and tall clothing
  • Jewelry
  • Purses and other accessories

  • Bed frames
  • Dressers
  • End/coffee tables
  • Kitchen tables/chairs
  • Etc.

  • Ironing boards
  • Lamps
  • Luggage
  • Mirrors
  • Vacuum cleaners
  • Window curtains
  • Tools
  • Workable DVD players
  • Etc.

  • Cooking and bakeware
  • Kitchen utensils
  • Dish sets
  • Pots/pans/skillets
  • Mixers, crockpots
  • Working countertop appliances
  • Etc.

  • 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.

  • Appliances
  • Cabinets
  • Ceiling fans
  • Flooring
  • Hardware
  • Lighting
  • Plumbing supplies
  • Roofing
  • Sinks and fixtures
  • Unopened paint
  • Tools
  • Unused lumber
  • Windows
  • Etc.