Ecosmith Recyclers, Inc.
Proudly celebrating 30 years as your hometown textile and shoe recycling company.
Reuse - Repair - Recycle
Since 1991, Ecosmith Recyclers has made it their mission to keep New England green by diverting tens of millions of pounds of textiles and shoes away from the waste stream, while at the same time donating a percentage of profits in support of myriad local non-profit groups.
The Family Behind Ecosmith
While running a local town’s transfer station, Pete and Sue Shellenberger noticed a disheartening pattern of textile and shoe waste. Every day, they watched more and more quality items enter the waste stream. Knowing that there were people all over the world who had a need for those items, they set out to find a solution, and in 1991, Ecosmith Recyclers, Inc. was founded.
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Fundraising with Ecosmith
When it comes to fundraising, there are myriad available options, but only a few that also leave a lasting impact socially and ecologically. At Ecosmith Recyclers, we work with you to organize clothing and shoe recycling programs, and it is through these efforts that we are able to honor our commitment to donate at least five percent of revenue annually to local non-profit groups.
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Looking to Donate?
If you have clothing and shoes taking up useful space in your closet, let us know! Whether you have a car full or just a few items, we can either direct you to your nearest bin or be made available at your convenience at our shop in New Boston, NH to gladly receive your donation. Feel free to reach out at any time and we will be in touch with all of your available options.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The textile recycling industry is new to a lot of people, and we get lots of questions. What sorts of clothing, household textiles, and shoes can I donate? How do I donate? Where does the donated material go? How does it get there? How much of it gets used? If any of these or something similar ever crossed your mind, allow us to help.
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We are incredibly proud to partner with Live Bee or Die Farm and Apiary and Greenhouse on the River!
Located in New Boston, NH, Live Bee, or Die Farm and Apiary is a local flower farm that is owned and operated by Emily Shellenberger. Her farm and apiary specializes in sustainably-grown floral arrangements and locally-harvested honey. Whether you need a gift for a special someone, professionally-arranged flowers, or you're interested in an event like her annual Maker's Market, check her out on Facebook or Instagram.
Located on the farm in New Boston, Greenhouse on the River is a unique and eclectic event space. The venue features a granite alter, spacious greenhouse, silo bar with live-edge cherry bar top, large dance floor, private getting-ready rooms, and acres of open, green space filled with gardens. Whether you're looking to host a wedding, a shower, or any other sort of event, find Molly Franklin on Facebook or Instagram.
