Eva NYC and Terracycle Hair Tools Free Recycling Program

Eva NYC Hair Tools Free Recycling Program

Recycle all brand hair tools and appliances
We’ve made getting started with the Eva NYC Hair Tools Free Recycling Program easy! Simply download a free shipping label to ship any brand hair tools and appliances to TerraCycle, and we’ll recycle it. Enrollment limits apply. If the program is full, you will be added to a waitlist.

Norm Reeves Honda Superstore

This location accepts used motor oil and oil filters at no charge.

Oil contaminated with water, gas, or other automotive fluids will not be accepted. Call 1-800-237-BLUE to find the nearest household hazardous waste collection center.

Call this certified collection center to ensure hours, amount accepted, and program participation.

Mojica’s Recycle

Almost every bottle and can you use can be recycled. Look at the label for the universal recycle symbol and the words CA CASH REFUND or CA CRV.* Containers with these markings are good to go in your curbside bin and will be accepted at the recycling center. For more information about the CRV program, check out our Frequently Asked Questions. Other acceptable labels include “California Redemption Value,” “CA Redemption Value” or “California Cash Refund.”

There’s no need to wash or crush your recyclables. Just separate your aluminum, glass, and plastic containers in different bags or bins, and head for the recycling center.

Recycling centers are not owned or operated by the State of California. All recycling center days and hours of operation are determined and overseen by the individual recycling center operator and must be posted at the center. Centers are required to be open a minimum of 30 hours per week, at least five days a week, and at least one weekend day. If you would like to report a recycling center closure or file a formal complaint regarding a certified recycling center, please email CalRecycle or call 1-800-RECYCLE.

California Metal Services Recycling Inc

Almost every bottle and can you use can be recycled. Look at the label for the universal recycle symbol and the words CA CASH REFUND or CA CRV.* Containers with these markings are good to go in your curbside bin and will be accepted at the recycling center. For more information about the CRV program, check out our Frequently Asked Questions. Other acceptable labels include “California Redemption Value,” “CA Redemption Value” or “California Cash Refund.”

There’s no need to wash or crush your recyclables. Just separate your aluminum, glass, and plastic containers in different bags or bins, and head for the recycling center.

Recycling centers are not owned or operated by the State of California. All recycling center days and hours of operation are determined and overseen by the individual recycling center operator and must be posted at the center. Centers are required to be open a minimum of 30 hours per week, at least five days a week, and at least one weekend day. If you would like to report a recycling center closure or file a formal complaint regarding a certified recycling center, please email CalRecycle or call 1-800-RECYCLE.

AIM Recycling Oceanside

Almost every bottle and can you use can be recycled. Look at the label for the universal recycle symbol and the words CA CASH REFUND or CA CRV.* Containers with these markings are good to go in your curbside bin and will be accepted at the recycling center. For more information about the CRV program, check out our Frequently Asked Questions. Other acceptable labels include “California Redemption Value,” “CA Redemption Value” or “California Cash Refund.”

There’s no need to wash or crush your recyclables. Just separate your aluminum, glass, and plastic containers in different bags or bins, and head for the recycling center.

Recycling centers are not owned or operated by the State of California. All recycling center days and hours of operation are determined and overseen by the individual recycling center operator and must be posted at the center. Centers are required to be open a minimum of 30 hours per week, at least five days a week, and at least one weekend day. If you would like to report a recycling center closure or file a formal complaint regarding a certified recycling center, please email CalRecycle or call 1-800-RECYCLE.

Green Leaf Electronic & E-Waste Recycling

Almost every bottle and can you use can be recycled. Look at the label for the universal recycle symbol and the words CA CASH REFUND or CA CRV.* Containers with these markings are good to go in your curbside bin and will be accepted at the recycling center. For more information about the CRV program, check out our Frequently Asked Questions. Other acceptable labels include “California Redemption Value,” “CA Redemption Value” or “California Cash Refund.”

There’s no need to wash or crush your recyclables. Just separate your aluminum, glass, and plastic containers in different bags or bins, and head for the recycling center.

Recycling centers are not owned or operated by the State of California. All recycling center days and hours of operation are determined and overseen by the individual recycling center operator and must be posted at the center. Centers are required to be open a minimum of 30 hours per week, at least five days a week, and at least one weekend day. If you would like to report a recycling center closure or file a formal complaint regarding a certified recycling center, please email CalRecycle or call 1-800-RECYCLE.

Veterans Village of San Diego

DONATE CLOTHING AND OTHER NEEDED ITEMS

Clothing donations may be made at the VVSD Warehouse located just around the corner from the main campus at:

2061 Kurtz Street,
San Diego, CA 92110

Open By Appointment

To schedule by appointment please email development@vvsd.net or please call 619-925-9666.

Most Needed/Requested Items

Men/Women’s:

  • Underwear – Size: L, XL, XXL, XXXL
  • Sweatshirts/ Hoodies/ Jackets – Size: L, XL, XXL, XXXL
  • Tennis Shoes/ Boots/ Dress Shoes:
    • Men’s Size: 8-14   –   Women’s Size: 8-12
  • Rolling in front of tote bags
  • ‘New’ in front of sleeping bags
  • Backpacks
  • Beanies
  • Tote bags
  • Sleeping bags

Donate A Vehicle

CARS (Charitable Adult Rides & Services) is a nationally recognized social enterprise nonprofit that helps thousands of nonprofits in the U.S. and Canada increase their fundraising and acquire
new contributors through turn-key vehicle donation programs. Since 2003, CARS has returned more than $300 million to our partners.

Veterans Village of San Diego is in partnership with Charitable Adult Rides and Services (CARS).

You can donate your car, truck, van, SUV, boat, motorcycle, ATV, RV, trailer or airplane has never been easier!

Paws of Coronado | Pet Supply Donations

PAWS GRATEFULLY ACCEPT NEW

Dog and Cat Toys

Dog and Cat Beds

Leashes and Collars

Blankets, towels, and sheets

Dog Crates, Cat Carriers

Waste bags, training pads, cat litter, litter boxes

Dog and Cat Treats

Pill pockets

Cleaning Supplies

PPE

Unopened Dog, Cat, Guinea Pig, and Rabbit Food

PAWS ACCEPT GENTLY USED

Dog and Cat Beds

Leashes and Collars

Blankets, towels, and sheets

Dog Crates, Cat Carriers

Cat towers

Guinea Pig/Rabbit Supplies

PAWS CANNOT ACCEPT

Prescription Medications

Open food/treats

Expired food/treats/medical items

Pillows

Retractable Leashes

Crown Cleaners | Coronado

Need your clothes repaired or altered? Crown Cleaners in Coronado can help you.

They provide professional dry cleaning, high quality laundry, sewing and garment alterations.

Call for more info.

Luxury Cleaners | Coronado

Need your clothes repaired or altered? Luxury Cleaners in Coronado can help you. Call for more info.

Alterations

Tailoring Will Transform Your Clothes And Can Make You Look Your Best.  As People Change, Their Clothing Should Change With Them.  Our Expert Tailors Handle Minor Repairs And Complete Alterations. Just Some Of The Alteration Services That We Offer Include: Shortening Sleeves; Hemming Pants, Skirts, Dresses And Outerwear; Taking In Jackets, Shirts Or Dresses As Well As Pants/Jeans Waistbands; Adjusting The Shoulders Of A Coat Or Jacket; And Replacing Zippers Or Buttons. Stop In And See Us For A Fitting Or More Info

Shoe Repair

Our Shoe Repair Craftsman Can Handle Anything From Sole And Heel Replacements And Custom Dye-To-Match Services To Complete Inside-Out Shoe Restorations Of Your Favorite Pair Of Boots, Heels, Or Shoes.

Stanley Black & Decker Tool Free Recycling Program

We’ve made getting started with the Stanley Black & Decker Tool Free Recycling Program easy! Simply download a free shipping label to ship your DEWALT®, CRAFTSMAN®, BLACK+DECKER®, STANLEY®, IRWIN®, LENOX®, MAC Tools®, PORTER-CABLE® and Bostitch® branded tools to TerraCycle, and we’ll recycle them. Enrollment limits apply. If the program is full, you will be added to a waitlist.

Sign up and join now!

Important notes

This program does not collect lithium-ion batteries. If your item contains a removable battery, please use Call2Recycle to find a drop-off location near you.

If your item contains an internal lithium-ion battery, please use the Stanley Black & Decker Lithium-ion Battery Free Recycling Program.

Please package tools with sharp edges such as saws in bubble wrap or cardboard and seal with tape to ensure sharp edges are safely covered.

Black+Decker Home Free Recycling Progam

We’ve made getting started with the BLACK+DECKER® Home Free Recycling Program easy! Simply download a free shipping label to ship your BLACK+DECKER home appliances to TerraCycle, and we’ll recycle them. Enrollment limits apply. If the program is full, you will be added to a waitlist.

For a full comprehensive list of acceptable items, please refer to this link.

 

Important note

This program does not collect lithium-ion batteries. If your item contains a removable battery, please use Call2Recycle to find a drop-off location near you.

If your item contains an internal lithium-ion battery, please use the Stanley Black & Decker Lithium-ion Battery Free Recycling Program.

Mobile Farmers Market

The People’s Produce MFM truck is focused on connecting communities to healthy food at accessible locations so they can use their purchasing power to change the food system and develop permanent community assets.

By using an equitable food system model, we will be providing the freshest produce available to our customers while ensuring that local growers and food makers are paid fairly.

Check the website for current produce offerings.

One Earth Recycling Ocean Beach

Awaiting Permit to open 3/15/24.

One Earth makes bottle and can recycling neat, easy, and LUCRATIVE. When you put bottles and cans on the curbside, your trash hauler is taking your money: with One Earth now you can get that money back when you go shopping.

You can save some time by sorting, draining, and densifying bottles and cans before bringing them to One Earth, or utilize our One Earth Sorting StationTM  to sort and drain material at our place.

We pay for a wide range of bottles and cans, including plastic, aluminum, and glass containers as denoted by the mark CA REDEMPTION or CA CASH VALUE on the side of the package.

To save some time, sort before coming to recycle:
* Plastic bottles according to the number (in the triangle) on the bottom of each container
* Glass bottles by color

If you can’t sort at your place, the One Earth Sorting Station provides ample room to sort material. We even make gloves available.

Hydros Free Recycling Envelope Program

 

How it works

Hydros has partnered with TerraCycle so you can recycle Hyrdros water filter products and packaging for free. Request a free shipping envelope with a prepaid shipping label, send in your trash, and we’ll recycle it. Enrollment limits apply.

  1. Request a free envelope using the order form below. (It will ship via USPS within two weeks.)
  2. Once you receive your envelope, remove the prepaid return label from inside the envelope and put it on the outside, covering your address.
  3. Begin to fill the envelope with Hyrdros water filter products and packaging.
  4. Once you’ve filled up your envelope, seal it, and drop it off at a USPS location.

Caltrans Free Dumpster Day Events 2024

Free Disposal Dumpster Day Events 2024

Clean California Initiative- Free Dumpsters Available at Select Locations to Prevent Illegal Dumping and Highway Debris

Caltrans welcomes the public to bring non-hazardous, unwanted items to the nearest Dump Day event where staff will be on-site to accept household waste and approved debris free of charge

Next Free Disposal Events

Saturday, May 18th, 8 AM to 12 PM

  • Kearny Mesa Maintenance Yard: 7181 Opportunity Rd., San Diego  92111
  • Santee Maintenance Yard: 8502 Railroad Av., Santee  92071

Prohibited items

That will not be accepted include hazardous waste (batteries, paint, oils, flammables, etc.), construction debris (concrete, dirt, asphalt, asbestos), compressed gas, aerosols, treated wood waste, refrigerators, and freezers. Four mattresses and four tires separated from the rims per household will be accepted.

Scheduled events and prohibited items are subject to change. Additional events may be added as Caltrans partners with local public agencies, non-government organizations, and community groups. For the most up to date information, visit CleanCA.com, dot.ca.gov/caltrans-near-me/district-11, or follow @SDCaltrans on Facebook and Twitter.

Caltrans reminds motorists to properly secure and tarp all cargo loads prior to driving. Transporting unsecured loads is unsafe, illegal, and pollutes California’s roads and waterways. Loads that are not tied down, enclosed, or secured by tarps or other means, will not be accepted.

Uptown Bicycles | Repair Shop

Specialties

Our goal to be an approachable bike shop and to make your participation in the bicycling community easy, fun and safe. We can fix almost anything on any kind of bike, we provide quick turnaround on repairs and we have reasonable prices. Our retail specializes in bikes to help you get around town – commuter, road, hybrid and e-bikes.

TevaForever | Sandal Recycling Mailback Program

Which styles does the TevaForever recycling program accept?

Our TevaForever recycling program will accept all Teva sandals and flip flops. The Original Universal? Yep. Hurricane XLT2? That, too. Flatforms? Absolutely. The only thing we’re not currently accepting are Teva shoes and boots. Our hope is that we’ll be able to open our recycling program to Teva boots and shoes in the future.

No weight maximum for mail in packages.

For more information on this program see the TevaForever Shipping Guidelines to participate for free.

Oasis Family Life Center

This organization receives food donations from businesses to distribute to clients / the community.

New Alternatives Inc.

This organization receives food donations from businesses to distribute to clients / the community.

Iglesia Casa de Alabanza

This organization receives food donations from businesses to distribute to clients / the community.

New Lyfe Homes

This organization receives food donations from businesses to distribute to clients / the community.

Project Access | San Diego Downtown

The mission of Project access is to be the leading provider of vital on-site health, education, and employment services to families, children, and seniors living in affordable and workforce housing communities.

This organization receives food donations from businesses to distribute to clients / the community.

For Days | Take Back Bag

The Take Back Bag is here to start a circular revolution and end fashion waste. Order a Take Back Bag, clean out your closet, and send your filled bag back to us using the prepaid shipping label. Your oldies will get a new life with the help of our recycling partners. You’ll instantly get reimbursed for the cost of the bag with Closet Cash credit towards your next For Days purchase ($20 Take Back Bag = instant $20 Closet Cash!).

Any clothes from any brand, excluding undergarments. Socks are okay! As long as they’re washed, we accept anything. Send in your ripped, tie-dyed, or destroyed clothes – we’ll take it from there.

 

Urban Street Angels, Inc.

Urban Street Angels mission is to end youth homelessness by providing supportive housing and job training opportunities to cultivate personal responsibility.

Urban Street Angels is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization founded in 2012 to help tackle youth homelessness in the San Diego, California area.
Urban Street Angels is supported through the generosity of our grassroots donors, private and public foundations and organizations, and valued partnerships with the County of San Diego – Behavioral Health Services and the Regional Task Force on the Homeless.
This organization receives food donations from businesses/residents to distribute to homeless youth
Clothing donations, razor blades, and body wash.

St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church

This organization receives food donations from businesses to distribute to clients and community.  Food can be picked up on-site on Thursdays from 2-4pm.  Other services are offered on-site.  Check St. Andrew’s website for details about dropping off non-perishables and other services available for those in need or for volunteer opportunities.

Bridge Of Hope SD, Inc

This organization receives food donations from businesses to distribute to clients / the community.

Project 1:1

This organization receives food donations from businesses to distribute to clients / the community.

Logan Temple AMEZ

This organization receives food donations from businesses to distribute to clients / the community.

Good Neighbor Community Builders

This organization receives food donations from businesses to distribute to clients / the community.

 

Call before drop off to ensure receival service.

San Marcos Adventist Church

This organization receives food donations from businesses to distribute to clients / the community.

Food Bank happens:

  • Tuesday; 2:00 pm-5:00 pm
  • Saturday-Sunday 3:00 pm-6:00 pm,

Coastline Dream Center

This organization receives food donations from businesses to distribute to clients / the community.

Foundation Matthew 633

This organization receives food donations from businesses to distribute to clients / the community.

Phone Repair Depot

Best iPhone And Cell Phone Repair in Poway

Need your cracked cell phone screen fixed quickly and efficiently? Call today and see why we are the cell phone repair Poway neighbors use.

Our store is located on Poway Rd and the cross street is Springbrook Dr. We are located about a mile east of the 15 freeway on the south side of Poway road. The name of the shopping plaza is Sabre Springs Plaza. We are located in a standalone kiosk in the shopping center.

Shaback Altruistic Inc

This organization receives food donations from businesses to distribute to clients / the community.

Grace Presbyterian Church

This organization receives food donations from businesses to distribute to clients / the community.

Bread Of Life


Bread of Life Food Pantry takes donations and offers food and services to the public.  

Meals of Grace

Hours of Operation

Tuesdays : 2:00pm – 3:30pm

Come hungry and be filled with God’s Word and a warm meal. All who are in need or desire fellowship are welcome.

For more information call: 760-724-0077

Food Pantry

Hours Of Operation

Tuesdays and Friday: 8:00am

To make an appointment please call: 760-724-0077

Urban Corps of San Diego Recycling and Electronic Waste Collection Center | Point Loma

Urban Corps will pick up your
E-waste for FREE!

Got E-Waste? Urban Corps of San Diego County offers fast, convenient and absolutely free electronic-waste recycling services to residents and businesses in San Diego County.

Free Collection Locations or Free Pick-up – We will come pick up your electronic waste OR you can visit one of our collection locations. No cost either way!

Our list of acceptable E-waste items can be found here.

Use our form or gives us a call.

(619) 235-6884

Monday – Friday

8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Services Include:

Bethlehem Food Pantry

This organization receives food donations from businesses to distribute to clients / the community.

Raising Hope San Diego

This organization receives food donations from businesses to distribute to clients / the community.

Lived Experiences

This organization receives food donations from businesses to distribute to clients / the community.

Education Support Center

This organization receives food donations from businesses to distribute to clients / the community.

Tricity Pantry

This organization receives food donations from businesses and distributes items to clients and the community.  Go to website for donation details. For food distribution sites go to their facebook page or text 760-659-0572 and they’ll text distribution information.

Nourish North County

This organization receives food donations from businesses to distribute to clients / the community.

O.B. People’s Co-op

Bulk with the Best!

People’s bulk section provides our owners with the highest quality, best sourced organic bulk available.

Shopping bulk saves money and helps to eliminate unnecessary packaging.

Equation Collaborative

Equation Collaborative is a San Diego-based 501(c)3 nonprofit organization with a mission to equalize opportunities for a healthy and dignified life. In pursuit of our mission, Equation Collaborative developed and manages +BOX, a food assistance program that delivers reliable access to healthy food for families with school age children.

​+BOX works alongside school partners to distribute boxes of fresh, healthy, nutrient rich food to food-insecure students and their families in North County San Diego.

McAlister Institute

This organization receives food donations from businesses to distribute to clients / the community.

Tender Loving Mercy, Inc

This organization receives food donations from businesses to distribute to clients / the community.

UPAC

This organization receives food donations from businesses to distribute to clients / the community.

Life Christian Center

Rescues food from businesses to distribute to clients and community, feeding programs/organizations.

Amerigas – Propane tank recycling

Propane Tank Disposal Made Easy

When you are ready to get rid of an unwanted or expired propane tank, it’s important that you do it the right way to keep everyone safe. Propane tanks can’t be thrown away in your regular trash pickup, but we’re here to make disposal easy. Exchanging your old propane tank for a refilled one is the easiest way to dispose of it, but if you need to get rid of it for good- you can also just drop it off at most propane refill or exchange locations.

Blue Rhino – Propane tank recycling

Recycle Your Propane Tank

Since there’s a possibility of propane left in the tank, many landfills, recycling centers, and scrap metal dealers will not accept unwanted tanks for recycling. However, some propane exchange companies, including Blue Rhino, will happily take your unused propane cylinders and recycle them at no cost to you. If you have a propane tank that you don’t want, place your old tank beside a Blue Rhino display and we’ll take care of the rest.

Hearing Aid Project | Reuse & Repair Program

Hearing aids of any type, age, or condition are accepted and those that can are refurbished and given to recipients of the Hearing Aid Project. Hearing aids that cannot be reconditioned are used for repairs- meaning every donation can and will make a difference in the life of someone who needs it.

Donation participants must complete donation form on the Hearing Aid Project’s website and ship to:

Hearing Charities of America
1912 E. Meyer Blvd
Kansas City, MO 64132

Packaging & Tax Tips: 
To avoid costly shipping you may secure the hearing aids in empty pill bottles with cotton balls, or wrap them in thin bubble wrap secured in a small, sturdy box. Please include your name, address, and the brand of the hearing aids if known. This information will be kept in our records and to ensure you receive your thank you letter.

Merrell ReTread | Shoe Repair and Reuse Program

Send back your used Merrell’s.

It doesn’t matter the condition.

The footwear is cleaned and restored.

Shoes are resold via Merrell’s resell program.

Shipping cost is covered by program by supplying free return labels for participants.

Nerd Recycling

Schedule A Pickup

We offer free commercial and residential e-waste pickup service throughout San Diego County.
Most of the time, our service is free. Please read our Pickup Policy to ensure your items qualify.

Qualifying Items

Nerd Recycling will pick up all of your e-waste (up to 300lbs) free of charge when you recycle at least five (5) of the following qualifying items:

  • Computers (Towers, Laptops and Servers)
  • Flat Screen Displays (LED, LCD, or Plasma TVs and Monitors)
  • Telecom Switches

If this qualifier is not met, no problem! We’re happy to pick up your e-waste for $100, payable by cash, check or credit/debit card.

 

 

Exclusions

Due to physical limitations and legal guidelines, we are unable to accept the following:

  • CRT TVs and Monitors
  • Batteries
  • Bulbs
  • Any single item that requires two people to lift

We’re here to help! Please contact us if you have any questions or special requests.

Sherwin Williams – Carlsbad (PaintCare Program)

For Households and Businesses

Restrictions: Limit: 20 gallons per visit. Call ahead for hours and to make sure the store can accept the amount and type of paint you would like to recycle.

For Households:

Please review the detailed list of PaintCare products and non-PaintCare products.

This site accepts latex and oil-based house paint, stains and varnish in containers up to 5 gallons in size. This site does not accept aerosols (spray paint or other spray products), containers without original labels, or containers that are leaking or empty.

To be accepted for drop-off, PaintCare products must be in their original containers of no larger than 5 gallons in size, must have the original manufacturer’s printed label on the container, and must be covered with a secured lid. They cannot accept open or leaking cans.

For Businesses:

To use the PaintCare program for oil-based paint, a business must qualify as an exempt generator under federal and any analogous state hazardous waste generator rules. Please visit our Very Small Quantity Generator page for more information on exempt generator rules. If your business does not qualify as an exempt generator, it will not be able to use the program for oil-based paint, but it can still use the program for latex products.

For more information, you can check out the Recycle with PaintCare Brochure.

 

 

 

Alpine Library

Did you know you can safely recycle your batteries for free by taking them to 14 San Diego County Library branches?

That’s right, the library. It’s not just for books; it’s for batteries too!

Just bring them to the battery drop-off bins located inside the 14 branches. The libraries primarily collect standard alkaline batteries — Cs, Ds, AAs, AAAs, 9-volts, you name it. But they can also take rechargeable batteries; lithium batteries must be bagged separately.

Please tape positive end of batteries to reduce flammability and place batteries in a resealable bag.

Donated Materials Policy

The San Diego County Library is no longer accepting physical donations of materials for the collection, with the exception of items produced by local authors or musicians.

The Library purchases materials at steep discounts that come with labels, barcodes and covers, ready for customer use. It is more expensive to accept a donation and prepare it for circulation than it is for the Library to purchase a title that comes prepared by our vendors. If you would like to support the Library’s collection, we encourage you to donate funds for the purchase of physical and digital materials for our communities.

If you are looking for an organization to donate your books, DVDs, CDs, audiobooks, or magazines to, consider contacting one of the organizations below:

Your Branch Friends of the Library
Many branch Friends of the Library groups accept book donations for their book sales. Please check their websites or phone ahead to ensure that your donation can be accepted at this time. Items donated to the Friends of the Library are sold to support San Diego County Library branch collections and events.

Salvation Army (books, DVDs, CDs)
1-800-728-7825

Goodwill (books, DVDs, CDs)
1-800-GOODWILL

Amvets (books, DVDs, CDs)
877-990-8387

Vietnam Veterans of America (books, DVDs, CDs)
877-775-8387

Father Joe’s Villages (books, DVDs, CDs – limit 5 boxes):
1-800-HOMELESS

Kids Need to Read (like new kids’ books)
480-256-0115

Bridge to Asia (books)
510-665-3998

You can also recycle books and magazines in your recycle bins, particularly if they are damaged or outdated.

Sherwin-Williams | Sport Arena | PaintCare | Paint Recycling

Sherwin-Williams Sports Arena Store

Who Can Use This Program
For Households and Businesses

Restrictions: Limit: 20 gallons per visit.

Hours: Paint is accepted during regular business hours;
Call ahead for hours and to make sure the store can accept
the amount and type of paint you would like to recycle.

This site accepts latex and oil-based house paint, stains and varnish in
containers up to 5 gallons in size. This site does not
accept aerosols (spray paint or other spray products),
containers without original labels, or containers that are leaking or empty.

Visit www.paintcare.org/products-we-accept for complete details.

Dunn-Edwards | Sport Arena | PaintCare | Paint Recycling

Dunn-Edwards Sports Arena Store

Who Can Use This Program
For Households and Businesses

Restrictions: Limit: 20 gallons per visit.

Hours: Paint is accepted during regular business hours;
Call ahead for hours and to make sure the store can accept
the amount and type of paint you would like to recycle.

This site accepts latex and oil-based house paint, stains and varnish in
containers up to 5 gallons in size. This site does not
accept aerosols (spray paint or other spray products),
containers without original labels, or containers that are leaking or empty.

Visit www.paintcare.org/products-we-accept for complete details.

Battery and Fluorescent Bulb Recycling | Republic | Mail In Program

Universal materials like light bulbs, batteries and ballasts can contain hazardous materials that shouldn’t be thrown in with your regular waste. When disposed of improperly, harmful materials like mercury and lead can contaminate the environment and cause serious health risks. Our Bulb & Battery Recycling products ensure that these materials are recycled in a responsible manner that keeps your community and our Blue Planet™ safe.
  • Kits include labeling, packaging, instructions, to/from shipping, and recycling fees.
  • Estimated delivery is 7-10 business days
A Certificate of Recycling will be emailed approximately 30 business days after the box is sent back for processing.
  • Cracked or leaking batteries are not accepted

Visit the website to order your kit.

Dunn-Edwards | Poway | PaintCare | Paint Recycling

Dunn-Edwards Poway Store

Who Can Use This Program
For Households and Businesses

Restrictions: Limit: 20 gallons per visit.

Hours: Paint is accepted during regular business hours;
Call ahead for hours and to make sure the store can accept
the amount and type of paint you would like to recycle.

This site accepts latex and oil-based house paint, stains and varnish in
containers up to 5 gallons in size. This site does not
accept aerosols (spray paint or other spray products),
containers without original labels, or containers that are leaking or empty.

Visit www.paintcare.org/products-we-accept for complete details.

The Mighty Bin

San Diego’s Zero Waste Grocery Store

 

HOW DO I SHOP AT THE MIGHTY BIN?

Tare

Bring all empty containers to the counter to be weighed.

We scan a tag for each tote/container that records the weight.

Fill

Fill up containers/totes with desired product.

You have the option to label the product name on your container.

Pay

Bring your goods to the counter for a final weigh & tag scan. Pay only for the weight of the product.

All checkout is cashless.

PakTech Drop Off

You can now drop off PakTechs Handles for recycling at The Mighty Bin!

We’ve partnered with San Diego Brewcycling Collaborative and you can learn more about PakTechs to Pavement Recycling Program.

Zara – Clothing Collection Program (Fashion Valley)

Located: First Floor (Men’s Section) – to the left of check-out counters

DONATION ITEMS

Do the items have to be from Zara?
No they do not. You can donate any kind of clothing or fabrics you wish to recycle.
Can I donate other products such as footwear or accessories?
Yes. You may include any kind of clothing, household linens, footwear, accessories, and even jewelry.
Can I donate clothes that are not in perfect condition?
Yes. The collected clothing is sorted prior to being reused or recycled. Items of clothing that are 100% cotton, wool, or polyester can be recycled into new fabric. The remaining garments will be converted into construction or automotive materials. Items that cannot be reused or recycled because of health or safety reasons or due to the quality of their materials are subjected to a rigorous waste management process.

Cotton Blue Jeans Go Green Denim Recycling – Mail In Program

Participate in a free mail in program that collects denim, made from cotton, that can be recycled to create something new!

RECYCLE BY MAIL

Mail your denim for free thanks to Zappos for Good.*

BOX IT UP

Make sure it’s at least 90% cotton and doesn’t have any hangers, tags, stickers, or plastic attached.

PRINT A LABEL

Create or log in to your Zappos or Amazon account and print a shipping label to include with your denim.

DROP IT OFF

Take your box to your local UPS store (Continental U.S. shipping only), and they’ll take care of the rest.

*You may ship up to 50 lbs. of denim in a single shipment through Zappos for Good (even though the label only says 2 lbs).

Sonora Refillery

Why Refill?

Most plastics are petroleum (aka crude oil) based. Yup. Everyday we produce single-use petroleum waste at an alarming rate, and very little of it gets recycled. Plastics that are not recycled can break up into tiny pieces called micro plastics. Micro plastics and micro-beads are tiny particles of plastic that can pass through water filtration systems. Plastics also release harmful chemicals that can cause health problems in humans and animals. These chemicals can also seep into the ground, groundwater, and eventually into local waterways.

How to Refill

1

Bring a Container or Buy a Container

Any cleaned out container can be filled or refilled

2

Weigh Your Container

Tare or pre-weigh the container you wish to fill

3

Fill with Your Favorite Products

Get as much or as little as you desire

4

Customize if Available

Some of the refillable products are bases and include customization with food-grade essential oils, organic dried flowers, or precious stones and minerals from the earth

5

Weigh Your Container

Weigh your container again and subtract the original weight

6

Enjoy Your Products, Refill

Know that we are doing our best to provide the highest quality products. This includes products that are plant based, free of parabens and sulfates, marine safe, organic and fair trade when available.

Refill

Earthwell Refill

Bring in your empty bottles, purchase one at the store, or take a free donated container

Refill with our quality natural products: hair care, lotion, shower gel, hand soap, household cleaners, dental care, and more!

Get as much or as little as you’d like: we charge by weight!

Dixieline – El Cajon (Propane Tank Drop-Off)

Recycle Your Propane Tank

Since there’s a possibility of propane left in the tank, many landfills, recycling centers, and scrap metal dealers will not accept unwanted tanks for recycling. However, some propane exchange companies, including Blue Rhino, will happily take your unused propane cylinders and recycle them at no cost to you. If you have a propane tank that you don’t want, place your old tank beside a Blue Rhino display and we’ll take care of the rest.

ACE Hardware – Tierrasanta (FREE E-Waste Drop-Off – EnviroGreen)

Drop off or pick up service.

Limited storage 

Please call ahead for better service. 

For current recycling fees and accepted items, see Recycling List found on their website.

Drop Off Items Accepted:

  • Mice
  • Lab Equipment
  • VCR
  • Gaming Systems
  • Radio
  • Networking Equipment
  • Cables
  • Household Electronics
  • Servers
  • Mainframe Equipment
  • Stereos
  • Testing Equipment
  • Laptops
  • UPS Power Supplies
  • Monitors
  • UPS Batteries
  • Scanners
  • Office Phones
  • Keyboards
  • Tablets
  • Cellphones
  • Camcorders
  • Televisions
  • Circuit Boards
  • Telephones
  • Speakers
  • Computers
  • Power Strips

$40 to pick up all your electronic items for residential, $75 for business!
Certain items have an extra charge, see website for details. All the rest are free!

 

Recycle Your Propane Tank

Since there’s a possibility of propane left in the tank, many landfills, recycling centers, and scrap metal dealers will not accept unwanted tanks for recycling. However, some propane exchange companies, including Blue Rhino, will happily take your unused propane cylinders and recycle them at no cost to you. If you have a propane tank that you don’t want, place your old tank beside a Blue Rhino display and we’ll take care of the rest.