SCARCE S chool & C ommunity A ssistance for R ecycling and C omposting E ducation SCARCE is an award-winning environmental education non-profit dedicated to creating sustainable communities. We accomplish this through innovative and hands-on education programs for schools and organizations, demonstrating care for people and our natural resources through our Reuse Center, and engaging the ...
SCARCE accepts a variety of items for reuse and recycling as part of our effort to help people and our planet prosper. New and gently used books and supplies can be donated by local community members, schools, and organizations looking to reduce waste and give back to students everywhere.
SCARCE gives away all of its books and school supplies and, thus, depends on donations to pay the rent, utilities, and staff of the Book Rescue, Tools for Schools, Super Crayon Project, and other rescue programs.
Most holiday light collection bins are indoors and only available for drop-off during business hours, which may be different during the holidays. Don’t see your town? Check with your local government for additional locations or bring them to SCARCE. We take lights year-round!
Most community recycling events are drive through recycling and reuse events for residents. Check the list of accepted items and load up your car. Events are typically hosted by the local community or a community organization and are held on Saturday mornings in the spring and fall. Would your community like to host a recycling event? Contact SCARCE for help getting started!
Clarendon Hills Recycling & Shred Event (Hosted by Walker School) - SCARCE
SCARCE is an environmental nonprofit organization dedicated to making our world a better, cleaner place for future generations. Efforts like our used book store have helped us give over 8 million books to people in need and diverted millions more books and supplies from the landfill.