Results of Recycling Drive

We did not get the amount of funds that we had hoped to get, and we only had two participants. I believe this was due to us being a new nonprofit organization without any history or following. First and second prizes were mailed to the winners, and we are awaiting pictures from them so we can post them on our website. Third prize was re-donated since we are not allowed to use it ourselves for the benefit of our organization.

First Recycling Bin Placed

Our organization has a national focus, however we do even more in our local area when possible. We received 25 cardboard recycling bins, with liners, from "The Aluminum Association" to help with our recycling drive. First Baptist Church in West Bend, Wisconsin, has graciously allowed us to place one of our bins in their church's multi-purpose room. We are very thankful for this opportunity.

Recycling Drive

We have a recycling drive planned for November 1, 2010 - December 15, 2010. This is pretty exciting because the top recyclers/donators will receive great prizes.

First place - Two AirTran airline tickets that are good for anywhere in the continental United States worth $1,000.

Second place - Two LifeLock one-year subscriptions worth $220.

Third place - A selection of coffee from Green Mountain Coffee Roasters worth over $60.

Many thanks to these companies for their help with our mission.

More details about the recycling drive to follow soon.

Volunteering Websites

I found a couple of websites that will advertise the need for volunteers for free. I finished registering with Christian Volunteering and Volunteer Match. Please go to the websites to see the opportunities that are available.

However, volunteers do not need to reply to those ads. Feel free to contact me directly to see ways of how you can help.

501(c)(3) Status Granted

We have been granted 501(c)(3) status! All donations to Recycling for Food are tax deductible. Please tell any foundation, business, school, or organization you are involved with about our mission, and the benefits of using recyclables as a way to feed people in need.

Thank you for your support.