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Make ReUse stronger. Be a ReUse Reinforcer!
Your monthly commitment of any amount helps us commit needed resources to programs that make a positive impact on the environment, people’s lives, and our local economy. To sign up for a recurring contribution, click here to select a level and securely enter payment info through PayPal:
Make your donation payable to “Finger Lakes ReUse” and mail to:
Finger Lakes ReUse, Inc.
214 Elmira Road
Ithaca, NY 14850
Donate materials – your donations may be tax-deductible.
Plan a future gift through your will or trust that requires no money today, but guarantees your environmental values live on.
IMPACTS & BENEFITS
ENVIRONMENT
estimated tons of waste diverted from the landfill since opening in 2008 (over 10 million pounds!)
EMPLOYMENT
Living-wage jobs created in the community
ECONOMY
households in need provided with access to materials at our ReUse Centers
EDUCATION
participants have completed our ReSET job training program
Simple actions, major impact
From manufacturing to disposal, every part of a product’s life-cycle leads to greenhouse gas emissions and contributes to climate change. Our ReUse Centers kept an estimated 680 tons of materials out of landfills last year—and we’re working hard to expand our capabilities.
Working for a good cause
A living-wage employer with 80 employees and more than 50 regular volunteers, we believe reuse can support meaningful and engaging jobs here in Tompkins County, and nationwide. ReUse creates pathways to careers for local people who have previously experienced barriers to employment.
Low cost, high impact purchases
The ReUse Materials Access Program (ReMAP) gives back locally, connecting households and organizations in need with free materials. Since the program began in 2017, we have provided materials to over 1,341 households! ReUse enhances the economy by providing store credit to community members in financial crises.
Leading the way toward waste-free
ReUse operates ReSET, a free job training program offering two separate tracks—Technology or Retail & Customer Service. ReSET participants can apply for competitive paid apprenticeships to extend their training.
Ways You Can Support ReUse
Make a gift today of any size and make a direct impact!
Volunteer with us – we work with volunteers 7 days a week. Sign up here.
Shop at our ReUse Centers – 100% of your purchases support our mission.
Who We Are
Finger Lakes ReUse is a not-for-profit with a mission to enhance community, economy and environment by offering accessible reuse services in Tompkins County and inspiring reuse to foster in other communities throughout New York State and beyond. Sales of used materials support 70-80% of our operating expenses. We rely on fundraising to support the very best of what we do, including offering 7-day, convenient reuse services, paid job skills training, and living-wage jobs.
