#BeverageContainerDiversion

Did You Know Non-Profits Can Collect Bottles?

🍼 The RDKB has a 2015 policy that allows non-profit groups to collect refundable bottles from disposal sites to raise funds for community programs. This fundraising opportunity has been quietly helping local organizations since June 2015.

How the Bottle Collection Program Works

  • 🏒 Non-profits can divert bottles from RDKB disposal sites

  • πŸ’° Groups keep all refund money for community projects

  • πŸ”„ Program runs through competitive RFPs every 2 years

How the Bottle Collection Program Works

  • πŸ“¦ RDKB provides collection bins as "last resort" option

  • πŸ“ Successful groups sign binding agreements with RDKB

Official Policy Statement

"The Board of Directors of the Regional District of Kootenay Boundary permits non-profit groups to divert refundable beverage containers from disposal at RDKB disposal sites and retain the refunds."
β€” RDKB Policy Document
  • πŸƒβ€β™€οΈ Sports teams can fund equipment through bottle drives

  • 🎭 Community programs get alternative fundraising option

  • ♾️ Diverts containers from landfills to proper recycling

  • πŸ“… RFP process ensures qualified groups handle collections

  • 🌱 Supports both environmental and community goals

Should more people know about this fundraising program?

πŸ“… Policy Status: Approved June 18, 2015 and currently in effect

πŸ“ Application Process: Non-profits can apply through RFP process every 2 years

πŸ“ž More Info: Contact RDKB Environmental Services to learn about participating in bottle collection fundraising