OUR COMMUNITY
E Pluribus Unum
100% of our budget comes from income generated through store sales and fee-for-service programming. This revenue pays for the day-to-day operations such as salaries, rent, and utilities. It also allows us to continue to collect and process donated materials for reuse and to provide arts and educational programming.

Supplies and space
“The Pikes Peak Children’s Museum is a place for discovery and imagination. PPCC is a hands-on educational museum in Colorado Springs that engages learners of all ages by sparking creativity, discovery, and life-long learning through purposeful play.”

Non arts and crafts supplies
“We are one of the state’s largest employers of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, believing that by providing gainful and enriching employment and educational programming, people with autism, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, and other intellectual and developmental disabilities will thrive and gain independence.”

Architectural and building supplies
“Habitat for Humanity ReStores are home improvement stores that also serve as donation and recycling centers. Our ReStores are open to the public and sell new and gently used building materials, furniture, appliances, and home accessories at a fraction of the retail price. The proceeds of customer purchases and revenue generated from recycling help Pikes Peak Habitat partner with families to build, rehabilitate, and repair homes locally and around the world.”

Free community events
“As a national leader and the second largest library system in Colorado, our Library District serves a population of about 700,000 residents across 2,070 square miles of El Paso County. Thanks to an employee base of more than 400 staff and nearly 350 volunteers, PPLD continues to be recognized for its innovative and community-focused services and programs, its commitment to community collaboration, and excellent customer service.”

Arts and crafts supplies for classes
“Tumbleweeds is an artisan craft cooperative gift shop specializing in handmade items all created by active duty and retired service members and their families. We are located on Fort Carson in the mini mall by entering the north entrance (under the AAFES administrative sign). Tumbleweeds is solely staffed by volunteers within our community.”

Medical equipment and supplies
“Silver Key is proud to serve thousands of seniors in the Pikes Peak region. We offer a variety of services for area seniors to maintain their independence, safety and quality of life. We remember and celebrate each and every donor, volunteer, partner and advocate in the community who shares our mission to provide seniors with safety, independence and dignity as they move through the aging process.”

Support for our local radio station and community
“KRCC is here to inform, inspire and entertain all Coloradans. To do this, we must be as curious, or more so, as the people we serve. As curious human beings, we choose to ask, listen and learn, and seek multiple points of view. To inform, inspire and entertain all Coloradans.”

Clothing, medicine bottles, soaps, etc.
“Westside CARES is a nonprofit collaboration of 24 interfaith communities in El Paso County, united in care and compassion for those in need by providing crisis human services.”

3-D/Food Pantry/Sustainability Program
“At Colorado College our goal is to provide the finest liberal arts education in the country. Drawing upon the adventurous spirit of the Rocky Mountain West, we challenge students, one course at a time, to develop those habits of intellect and imagination that will prepare them for learning and leadership throughout their lives.”

Outdoor creative reuse supplies
“Concrete Couch works with kids and community groups to create public art, to build community, and to create environments and experiences that humanize our world.”

Various items based on their needs
“One Nation Walking Together strives to make a positive impact in the lives of Native Americans. A people that are greatly underserved and misrepresented, ONWT is an organization about People helping People—not a cause. By addressing the specific needs of each community, we serve, One Nation can be more than a “dump and run” charity. We deliver the necessities of life to our Native brothers and sisters.”

Helping individuals re-enter the workforce
“ReHire Colorado is a transitional employment program that is administered by Colorado Department of Human Services. The goal of ReHire Colorado is to help individuals with barriers to employment re-enter the workforce by combining wage-paid work, job skills training and supportive services.”

Fabric and sewing supplies for girl’s dresses
“Westcliffe Sewing Guild is a group of approximately 22 ladies and girls that sew dresses from our overflow fabric, bias tape, and thread for girls in countries that require conservative coverage to attend the Amish/Menonnite schools. All dresses are modest with a small sleeve and simple pocket. We are always so happy when we can help find a wonderful organization to help.”

Items to be auctioned to benefit their cause
“The Colorado Springs Therapeutic Riding Center is a nonprofit organization committed to delivering the highest quality therapeutic riding and specialized therapy to individuals with special needs. We provide equine-assisted activities to those facing physical, cognitive, emotional, behavioral and learning disabilities.”

Quilting supplies
“Freemont Victory Quilts is a quilting group located in Cañon City, Colorado since 2012. They provide quilts for veterans and military soldiers.”

Finished quilts
“Working Fusion is a tiny home community near downtown Colorado Springs for kids under the age of 25. They are a homeless prevention initiative.”

Rooms for special events
“The Colorado Springs Quilt Guild (CSQG) is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the art of quilting by providing an opportunity for sharing ideas and learning new techniques.”

Space, supplies, and fabrics
“Diversity, equity and inclusion are core values of Girl Scouts of Colorado. We aim to empower every Girl Scout to make the world a better place. We acknowledge the impacts of systemic racism and oppression, and we are committed to working together to build an anti-oppressive society and continuing that journey within our own organization.”

Polar fleece for adoption blankets
“Wild Blue Cats is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to saving the precious lives of cats and kittens who are abandoned, abused, neglected, displaced or surrendered, and to find them permanent homes or provide lifetime sanctuary or foster care. We also conduct Trap, Neuter, Release (TNR) ventures outside city limits while supporting TNR efforts inside city limits to the best of our capacity. 100% of the cats we help are spayed/neutered, vaccinated and, when not feral, microchipped.”

Supplies for special events
“The University of Colorado at Colorado Springs values students and never forgets that students are the reason for being. We consider students and student outcomes in all the decisions we make. We provide a supportive environment in order to create lasting and significant educational experiences for every student.”

Gift baskets + office supplies
Happy Cats Haven is in Manitou Springs. They rescue homeless Colorado cats and kittens and find them loving forever homes. They are a nonprofit safe haven for all cats they take in.

Supplies for the “Hats for Cancer” project
“The Liberty High School students take ownership of their learning, creating uniquely distinct places to stand for themselves and their classmates. It’s a way of life that pays off academically now, and personally forever. ”

Arts and crafts supplies for classes
“Pikes Peak State College’s primary commitment is to student learning, success, and achievement, while promoting open and universal access to an affordable education and affirming the importance of our facilities and learning environments. We engage and support our community while embracing diversity, as it enriches lives and educational experiences.”

Speciality classes for the kids
“Through superior academics and mentoring, The Colorado Springs School prepares students to think independently and to meet the challenges of a dynamic world with leadership, ingenuity, problem-solving skills, and personal integrity.”

Supplies for special events
“Find the Key, Unlock the Potential!” Buena Vista is a public Montessori school located on the west side of Colorado Springs, serving students age 3 through 5th grade. All of our students attend on a Choice Permit, and our staff, students, and families form a tight-knit community in which every child is known and nurtured.

Gift baskets
“School District #12 is our neighboring school district in Colorado Springs. It is rated #1 in the state.”

Supplies and classes for special events
“The Mountain Song Elementary aim is to bring forth healthy, confident, free-thinking, self-directed children who are passionately engaged with their education and empowered to contribute positively to the world.”

Supplies for holiday giveaways
“School District #2 Counseling Department provides mental health support for the students of Harrison School District.”
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OUR FELLOW CREATIVE REUSE CENTERS
COLORADO
Boulder, Colorado: “ArtParts” www.artpartsboulder.org
Colorado Springs, Colorado: “Who Gives a Scrap” www.whogivesascrapcolorado.com
Denver, Colorado: “ReCreative Denver” www.recreativedenver.org
CALIFORNIA
Tempe, Arizona: “The Art Resource Center” www.ArtResourceCenter.org
San Diego, California: “Art Form” www.artformsandiego.org
Santa Barbara, California: “Art From Scrap” www.exploreecology.org/art-from-scrap
Oakland, California: “The East Bay Depot for Creative Reuse” www.creativereuse.org
Sunnyvale, California: “FabMo Fabric and more” www.fabmo.org
San Francisco, California: “SCRAP” www.scrap-sf.org
Berkley, California: “Reuse Arts and Crafts” www.berkeleycraftsstore.com
Los Angeles, California: “reDiscover Center” www.rediscovercenter.org
Sebastopol, California: “The Legacy” www.facebook.com/legacysewingandcrafts
Rocklin, California: “ReCreate” www.recreate.org
Pasadena, California: “Remainders Creative Reuse” www.remainderspas.org
CONNECTICUT
North Haven, Connecticut: “EcoWorks Creative Reuse” www.ecoworksct.org
FLORIDA
West Palm Beach, Florida: “Resource Depot” www.resourcedepot.org
West Melbourne, Florida: “Reusuable Resources ADVENTURE Center” www.isaeplay.org
Gainesville, Florida: “The Repurpose Project” www.repurposeproject.org
IDAHO
Boise, Idaho: “The ReUse Market” www.reusemarket.org
IOWA
Maquoketa, Iowa: “Make It Yours Upcycle Center” www.facebook.com/MakeItYoursUpcycleCenter/
Cedar Rapids, Iowa: “Create Exchange” www.thecreateexchange.com
ILLINOIS
Urbana, Illinois: “The Idea Room” www.the-idea-store.org
Chicago, Illinois: “The WasteShed” www.thewasteshed.com
Evanston, Illinois: “The WasteShed Evanston” www.thewasteshed.com/evanston
GEORGIA
Atlanta, Georgia: “Scraplanta Creative Reuse” www.scraplanta.org
Savannah, Georgia: “Starlandia Supply” www.starlandiasupply.com
KANSAS
Ogden, Kansas: “A Thrifty Notion”www.athriftynotion.com
Lexington, Kentucky: “LEX Center for Creative Reuse”www.lexcreativereuse.org
LOUISIANA
New Orleans, Louisiana: “ricRACK” www.ricracknola.com
MAINE
Portland, Maine: “Ruth’s Reusable Resources” www.ruths.org
MARYLAND
Baltimore, Maryland: “SCRAP B-More” www.baltimore.scrapcreativereuse.org
MASSACHUSETTS
Somerville, Massachusetts: “Make and Mend” www.makeandmendshop.com
MICHIGAN
Detroit, Michigan: “Arts and Scraps” www.artsandscraps.org
Grand Rapids, Michigan: “Learning from Scratch” www.lfs.com
Ann Arbor, Michigan: “Scrap Creative Reuse” www.annarbor.scrapcreativereuse.org
MINNESOTA
St. Paul, Minnesota: “ArtScraps Reuse Center” www.artstart.org
MISSOURI
Springfield, Missouri: “Arrow Creative Reuse” www.arrowcreativereuse.org
St. Louis, Missouri: “Leftovers, etc” www.leftoversetc.com/
St. Louis, Missouri: “Perennial” www.perennialstl.org
Kansas City, Missouri: “ScrapsKC” www.scrapskc.org
NEBRASKA
Kearney, Nebraska: “TinkerHollow” www.tinkerhollow.com
NEW YORK
Fairport, New York: “Craft Bits and Pieces” www.fairportcraftbitsandpieces.com
North Chili, New York: “Crafting For Good” www.facebook.com/craftingforgood
Peeksill, New York: “Retake/Remake” www.retake-remake.org
Albany, New York: “Up-Stitch” www.up-stitch.com
NORTH CAROLINA
Greensboro, North Carolina: “Reconsidered Goods” www.reconsideredgoods.org
Durham, North Carolina: “The Scrap Exchange” www.scrapexchange.org
Charlotte, North Carolina: “Upcycle Arts” www.upcycleartsclt.org
OHIO
Cincinnati, Ohio: “Indigo Hippo” www.indigohippo.org
Maumee, Ohio: “Scrap 4 Art” www.scrap4arttoledo.org
Cincinnati, Ohio: “Scrap It Up” www.scrapitupcincy.org
Cleveland, Ohio: “Upcycle Parts Shop” www.upcyclepartsshop.org
OREGON
Eugene, Oregon: “MECCA” www.materials-exchange.org
Portland, Oregon: “ReClaim It” www.reclaimitpdx.org
Portland, Oregon: “Scrap Creative Reuse” www.portland.scrapcreativereuse.org
PENNSYLVANIA
Ephrata, Pennsylvania: “Art of Recycle” www.artofrecycle.org
Lancaster, Pennsylvania: “Lancaster Creative Reuse” www.lancastercreativereuse.org
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania: “Pittsburgh Center for Creative Reuse” www.pccr.org
State College, Pennsylvania: “Scraps and Skeins” www.scrapsskeins.shopsettings.com
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania: “The Resource Exchange” www.theresourceexchange.org
RHODE ISLAND
East Providence, Rhode Island: “Creative Reuse Center of RI” www.creativereusecenterri.org
SOUTH CAROLINA
Greenville, South Carolina: “ReCraft Creative Reuse Center” www.recraftgvl.org
TENNESSEE
Nashville, Tennessee: “Smart Art and Craft Supplies” www.smartartandcraft.org
Nashville, Tennessee: “Turnip Green Creative Reuse” www.turnipgreencreativereuse.org
TEXAS
Seguin, Texas: “Artable Curiosities” www.artablecuriosities.com
Austin, Texas: “Austin Creative Reuse Center” www.austincreativereuse.org
Houston, Texas: “Houston Center for Creative Reuse” www.recycledarthouston.org
San Antonio, Texas: “Spare Parts” www.sparepartssa.org
Houston, Texas: “Texas Art Asylum” www.texasartasylum.com
Fort Worth, Texas: “The Welman Project” www.thewelmanproject.org
Denton, Texas: “Thistle Creative Reuse” www.thistlecreativereuse.com
VIRGINIA
Norfolk, Virginia “757 Creative ReUse Center” www.creativereusecenter.org
Richmond, Virginia “SCRAP Creative Reuse” www.richmond.scrapcreativereuse.org
Charlottesvilla & Palmyra, Virginia “The Scrappy Elephant” www.scrappyelephant.com
Alexandria, Virginia “UpCycle Creative Reuse Center” www.upcyclecrc.org
WASHINGTON
Spokane, Washington: “Art Salvage” www.artsalvagespokane.com
Seattle, Washington: “Seattle ReCreative” www.seattlerecreative.org
Tacoma, Washington: “Tinkertopia” www.tinkertopia.com
WISCONSIN
Stoughton, Wisconsin: “Hello Art Hatchery” www.helloarthatchery.com
Sheboygan, Wisconsin: “Hello Happiness Creativity Center” www.hellohappinesscreativitycenter.com