Vinton County
Schools take a field trip to ReUse for re-use education
Our Mission Statement:
“The purpose of the corporation shall be to promote, support, sponsor and conduct economic development activities, including research, job creation, job training and business development, that utilize waste and discarded resources.”
Waste Reduction: By handling used items of all types, ReUse Industries gives businesses and residents of Southeast Ohio an alternative to throwing away unwanted items. Reusing is an effective way to save landfill space, lower the cost of living, support the local economy, and receive tax deductions. In our 15+ years of operation, ReUse Industries has collected, processed, and provided back to the local community more than 8 million pounds of reusable materials.
Community Restoration: In 1994, ReUse Industries purchased a 20-year abandoned farm with eight buildings and 60 acres of bottom land, rimmed by the beautiful Raccoon Creek. Since then, hundreds of volunteers have renovated the buildings, planted more than 4,000 trees, and continue to develop the property for commercial use and wildlife habitat. In 2005, ReUse continued this tradition by purchasing and renovating an historic 100-year-old abandoned store in downtown Wellston. The store was purchased as part of an effort to revitalize Wellston’s downtown business district.
Community Programs: ReUse Industries partners with community organizations to target special needs within the community. One example of this is ReUse Industries' PCs to the People program. The program provides internet-ready refurbished computer systems to local residents living within 200% of poverty--complete with licensed operating system, monitor, and keyboard. PCs to the People reduces electronic waste, which often contains hazardous materials such as heavy metals, while helping local low-income residents cross the digital divide.
Job Training: As part of the nation's welfare reform agenda, ReUse Industries works in collaboration with area county departments of job and family services to provide job training and work experience for low-income citizens seeking to become self-sufficient.
Job Creation: ReUse Industries is committed to creating meaningful work for low-income residents of southeast Ohio. In a community where unemployment rates are 300% above the national average, ReUse Industries has created ten employment positions.
Volunteer Opportunities: Volunteers are always welcome at ReUse Industries. Individuals as well as community groups can volunteer as much or a little time as fits their personal needs. No specials skills are required to volunteer at ReUse.
Business Partnerships: ReUse Industries builds partnerships with small businesses and entrepreneurs who take advantage of ReUse’s low-cost source materials for their independent business niches. Artists, craft workers, builders, repair & service technicians, secondhand stores, collectible dealers, and others collaborate with ReUse Industries in unique, win-win business networks.
Many, many thanks to all the individuals, businesses, and organizations who have donated and supported Reuse since our inception. You make it possible for us to keep your usable items out of the landfill, thus providing them to the community for reuse. We would not be here if it wasn't for your willingness to go out of your way to do so. You can be assured that we will put back as much into the community through job training programs, special events, and reuse education. Thanks so much!
