Reuse Minnesota

04/11/2026

A big thank-you to the following members for renewing their Reuse Minnesota memberships last month!

ArtStart / ArtScraps
City of C**n Rapids
City of Mendota Heights
Eco Chico Kid’s Resale Boutique
Elpis Enterprises
Emerge Community Development
Evergreen Collective
Hennepin County Library
Hidden Treasures Thrift Store
Keys 4/4 Kids
Minnesota Tool Library
Minnesota Tech for Success
Mr. Michael Recycles Bicycles
Rethink Tailoring & Sewing Lounge
The Swap Closet
University of Minnesota - Duluth, Natural Resources Research Institute

We’re grateful for your continued support!

Reuse Minnesota members gain access to networking events, trainings, discounts on tours and conference registration, and opportunities to promote their work through our directory and programs. Join a growing community working to strengthen reuse, repair, rental, and resale across Minnesota and beyond.

Visit reusemn.org/join-us to learn about our membership options.

03/11/2026

29/10/2026

Welcome, EcoConsilium, to the Reuse Minnesota network!

EcoConsilium helps businesses, schools, healthcare facilities, and government agencies find practical ways to prevent waste and make reuse part of their everyday operations. From switching to reusable products to identifying new reuse opportunities, they help organizations reduce waste, save money, and make a positive environmental impact.

We’re excited to welcome EcoConsilium and celebrate their work to keep resources in use and build a more sustainable future!

Learn more: ecoconsilium.com

27/10/2026

Welcome, RoundtableRx, to the Reuse Minnesota community!

RoundtableRx is making a difference by giving eligible unused medications and medical supplies a second chance to help people in need. Through the Minnesota Medication Repository Program, they collect donations and redistribute them through pharmacy and clinic partners across the state.

Their work helps reduce healthcare waste while improving medication access for uninsured and underinsured Minnesotans. We’re excited to welcome RoundtableRx and celebrate how they’re putting reuse into action to support healthier communities!

Learn more: roundtablerx.org

26/10/2026

Volunteers needed for NE Minneapolis indoor farmers' market swap events!

Help promote reuse and reduce waste through a series of themed community swap events!

📅 Upcoming dates & themes

November 7: Games & puzzles
December 5: Light reading & Kids’ books
January 2: Office supplies
February 6: Seasonal holiday décor for February–May (Valentine’s Day, Easter, Mother’s Day, etc.; non-electrical items)
March 6: Gardening books, cookbooks & more
April 3: Earth Day — Environmental books, videos, games, décor, and other items that inform or celebrate our planet!

🙌 Volunteer details

Hours: 9 AM–1:30 PM
Shift options: 9–11:30 AM, 11 AM–1:30 PM, or the full shift
Public hours: 10 AM–1 PM
At least two volunteers are needed per event. A third volunteer can help provide educational content about reuse, with the team coordinating table coverage.

The venue has great parking and is on a bus line.

Visit our job board to learn more: https://reusemn.mcjobboard.net/jobs/239188

25/10/2026

Anoka County is hiring a Program Specialist – Recycling & Resource Solutions for a hybrid position!

This is a great opportunity for someone passionate about recycling, waste reduction, and resource conservation to help make a positive environmental impact in the community. The role offers a chance to support recycling and resource management initiatives that help residents and businesses reduce waste and use resources more sustainably. It’s a great fit for someone who enjoys community engagement, environmental education, and helping advance practical sustainability solutions.

🔗 Learn more and apply at: https://reusemn.mcjobboard.net/jobs/239272

Please share with anyone who might be interested!

24/10/2026

We’re excited to welcome Sherburne County MN Government to the Reuse Minnesota community!

Sherburne County encourages residents to make reuse part of everyday life by donating items to charity, shopping secondhand, upcycling furniture, repairing items instead of replacing them, and renting or borrowing instead of buying new. They also promote reusable products like water bottles, shopping bags, and coffee thermoses!

We're happy that Sherburne County is helping residents make more sustainable choices through programs that reduce waste, recover valuable materials, and keep reusable resources out of the landfill.

Learn more: https://www.co.sherburne.mn.us

20/10/2026

Happy National Reuse Day 2026!

Today, we’re celebrating the people, organizations, and communities making reuse part of everyday life across Minnesota! 💚

✨ Whether you thrift, swap, donate, rent, repair, or give something a second life, every action helps reduce waste and build a more sustainable future.

This National Reuse Day, we’re excited to help more communities turn reuse ideas into action!

🛠️ Launch a Fix-It Clinic: We offer free technical support to organizations throughout Greater Minnesota interested in launching Fix-It Clinics. Email [email protected] or visit reusemn.org/fix-it-clinics to learn more!

👕 Host a swap: Hennepin County organizations and individuals can access free technical assistance to plan and host swap events. We’re also partnering with community education programs throughout Hennepin County to offer free swap planning classes. We'd love to chat with you! Email [email protected].

🔧 Save the date! Join us for a free, hands-on Fix & Mend Fest on February 20, 2027, in Richfield. Have repair skills to share? We’re seeking presenters, with a $100 honorarium for selected presenters. Proposals are due November 15, 2026. Submit a proposal: https://forms.gle/62qG4g6A7PQJKG9R7.

🌱 Ready to get started? Our free Guides to Reuse offer practical tips for hosting swaps, donation drives, Fix-It Clinics, and more!
🔗 Explore the guides: reusemn.org/guides-to-reuse

💚 Want to be part of the reuse movement? Join Reuse Minnesota and connect with a community working to make reuse, repair, and waste reduction part of everyday life across our state.
👉 Become a member: reusemn.org/join-us

We’re grateful to our members, volunteers, partners, and supporters who are growing reuse across Minnesota!

Hennepin County Government City of Richfield, Minnesota - Local Government Minnesota Pollution Control Agency

16/10/2026

🚨 VOLUNTEERS NEEDED AT REUSE26! 📣

We’re in the final countdown to the REUSE26 Conference, and we need your help to make it a success! We’re looking for just 4 more volunteers to join us on conference day.

📅 Wednesday, October 28, 2026 📍 Hennepin Technical College | Brooklyn Park, MN
🎁 Receive complimentary conference registration when you volunteer!

Open roles:
- 1 Photographer — Capture the highlights, connections, and memorable moments of the conference.
- 3 Session monitors — Help sessions run smoothly by welcoming presenters, keeping track of time, introducing speakers, counting attendees, and assisting with session logistics.

⏰ The conference is just two weeks away, so we’re looking for volunteers now! If you’re available and interested, please sign up as soon as possible.

👉 SIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER: https://forms.gle/zGHKN94T2BUD8HJV8

Help us create a welcoming, engaging, and wonderful conference experience for all our attendees. Please share this post with anyone who might be interested!