ReuseNYC / Margaret Mae Dunham

ReuseNYC • 5th June 2015

ReuseNYC's 2015 Annual Conference: Advocating For Reuse!

The ReuseNYC Annual Conference, presented by the NYC Center for Materials Reuse, is a yearly opportunity for ReuseNYC members, other nonprofit representatives, government officials, and social advocates to network and hear presentations and panels on issues that impact the nonprofit reuse sector in NYC.

ReuseNYC • 5th June 2015

Releases Its First-Ever Annual Report

ReuseNYC released its first annual report (for the year 2014) at the ReuseNYC Annual Conference on June 2nd. The report focuses on both the impact of the reuse sector in NYC in the past year and the unique work and accomplishments of each ReuseNYC member.

ReuseNYC • 6th May 2015

5 Spring and Summer Adventures to Have With Local Nonprofits

Warm weather and sunny skies are finally here! These are just a few ideas for warm-weather activities to enjoy and essentials to find when you think second-hand first.

ReuseNYC • 30th April 2015

Think Second-Hand First: Advocating for Reuse at the Annual Conference

The ReuseNYC Annual Conference, presented by the NYC Center for Materials Reuse, focuses on the challenges shared by nonprofit reuse organizations and examines strategies to improve operations and promote materials reuse locally, nationally, and internationally.

ReuseNYC • 9th April 2015

Start Spring Cleaning With NYC Department of Sanitation Safe Disposal Events!

Do you have something strange, mysterious, or possibly-dangerous that you’d like to get rid of? Lots of New Yorkers have materials that aren’t safe to donate, compost, recycle, or throw away.

ReuseNYC • 7th April 2015

St. Luke's Thrift Shop: A Community Treasure in Greenwich Village

“Hi, my name is St. Luke's, and I could very easily become your next favorite secret.” –Jessica A.,via Yelp One of the Village's best kept thrifting secrets, St. Luke's Thrift Shop is part of the ministry of The Church of Saint Luke in the Fields.

ReuseNYC • 20th March 2015

The Thrift Store Wish List: What to Donate This Spring

‘Tis the season for spring cleaning, and across the five boroughs New Yorkers are emptying out their closets and storage bins. Donating is always the best choice for reusable items, and we’ve got the inside scoop from local nonprofit thrift stores on what items they are really looking for in donations this spring.

ReuseNYC • 11th March 2015

Celebrate National Craft Month With Creative Reuse!

Happy National Craft Month! Not only is crafting and creative play important in child development, but research suggests that play and creative expression have extensive benefits for adults as well. When you combine crafting and reusable materials, you get one of our favorite things: creative reuse.

ReuseNYC • 26th February 2015

Salvaging Treasures With Build It Green!NYC

Build It Green!NYC (BIG!NYC) is New York City's only nonprofit retail outlet for salvaged and surplus building materials. As a ReuseNYC member, BIG!NYC is part of the city’s nonprofit reuse network and has collaborated on many projects promoting donating and reuse.

ReuseNYC • 24th February 2015

Stay Warm With Quick And Cozy Upcycling Projects

Try out these fun, eco-friendly upcycles and turn second-hand finds into cozy treasures! These are some great projects for that super-cute sweater, extra pair of jeans, or scrap piece of fabric you scored at a thrift store but aren’t getting the most of in your home.

ReuseNYC • 9th February 2015

Donated Books Make A Difference In New York City Schools

When a school or library closes, what happens to all the books? Here in New York City, the lucky ones are donated to the Project Cicero Annual Book Drive. Project Cicero collects the books in order to give them a second chance and give readers the opportunity to enjoy them.

ReuseNYC • 6th February 2015

4 Personal Benefits of Volunteering

Volunteering your time, energy, and expertise to a cause is a wonderful way to show how much you care. Nonprofits and community programs rely on volunteers for support, but volunteers also benefit from the time spent serving their community.

ReuseNYC • 7th January 2015

E-Waste Disposal Ban Starts January 2015

This year New York State has made a new year’s resolution that will prevent waste and protect the environment: as of January 1, 2015, most electronics (such as computers, printers, televisions, etc.) must be recycled! Use this list of electronics covered by the law to get started recycling e-waste today.

Youtube • 22nd May 2014

ReuseNYC Video Introduction

I drafted and finalized the script for this video, developed the storyboard, and gathered visual assets for the editing process.