RECYCLING

Sans Souci l Columbus, Indiana

Managing Unsellable Items

when stuff doesn't find a home

Every item coming to Sans Souci furthers our mission of helping community members live “without worry.” However, sometimes donated items aren’t in a sellable condition or sometimes items just didn’t find a new home despite being on our store floor. 

Repurposing and recycling efforts are a core part of the work of Sans Souci. Thanks to our eco-savvy customers who donate and shop at Sans Souci, we keep thousands of pounds of waste out of landfills every year. 

Sans Souci is always looking for ways to improve our recycling efforts and we are proud that we have recently expanded the types of items that we can recycle.

Sans Souci l Columbus, Indiana

Sans-Souci-LogoMore to Know

about our recycling progam

What Can Be Recycled

 
  • Clothing (including ripped and stained items*)
  • Coats
  • Shoes
  • Belts
  • Hats
  • Purses
  • Socks (including single socks)
  • Books
  • Linens
  • Ovens, washers, dryers (even non-working)
  • All types of metal

*Please do not donate soiled items or items with strong odors

How Items Are Recycled

Sans Souci works with local and global partners to properly recycle these items. Items are used to aid others across the globe or are turned into recycling and building materials. As a result, thousands of pounds of waste are saved from landfill.
 
 

How Recycling Benefits Everyone

Thanks to our eco-savvy customers who donate and shop at Sans Souci- we are able to keep thousands of pounds of waste out of landfills every year. 

Sans Souci also receives a small amount of revenue from recycled goods. Our recycling revenue goes directly into supporting our programs that help our community members live life “without worry.”
 

Where, When to Take Items

Location

 

Hours

Monday-Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
 

Questions

812.372.3419
info@sanssouci.org
 
Sans Souci l Columbus, Indiana

The Importance of Shopping Secondhand

The Sans Souci low-cost thrift store is designed to price our goods at significantly reduced prices versus traditional retail or resale stores. Shopping secondhand is a powerful way to support a more sustainable and thoughtful lifestyle. It keeps great items in use, reduces waste, and helps protect our planet’s resources. Plus, it’s a fun and affordable way to discover unique finds with a story! 

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