VIDEO: Celebrate America Recycles Day by donating old electronics at Goodwill drop-off centers

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America Recycles Day graphic: Goodwill diverted 9 million pounds of materials from landfills on November 15.

Get ready to clear out those old gadgets, and more! This America Recycles Day, Goodwill is making it easy for you to recycle responsibly while giving back to the community.


Goodwill is encouraging residents to join the movement by recycling electronics and donating other household items. Thanks to partnerships with EPB and Dell, Goodwill is helping reduce e-waste by safely repurposing materials from donated devices.


What can you bring?


  • Electronics: Drop off your old computers, tablets, and other devices at any Goodwill Donation XPress Center.
  • Shoes and Clothing: Clean out your closets and give your gently used apparel a second life.
  • Furniture and Household Items: Declutter your home and help someone shop sustainably.


For peace of mind, Goodwill provides guidance on securely clearing personal data from your devices before donating. Visit www.goodwillchatt.org/donate-electronics for details.


This America Recycles Day, make a difference. Recycle, donate, and support your community with Goodwill!


Click here to find a Goodwill Donation XPress Center near you! Donations of electronics and other items can be made any day of the year!


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