bra recyclers x the dawn studio
we are proud ambassadors of The Bra Recyclers.
they're dedicated to ensuring that preloved bras + prostheses go to those who need them most, rather than into landfill. Each year, they accept thousands of bras + prostheses from individuals + businesses and either recycle them or give them to women + girls in need, like those escaping domestic violence or human trafficking. The Bra Recycler’s impact is huge – both environmentally and socially.
as a thank you for donating/recycling your bras with us, receive 15% off from our shop
SIMPLE STEPS TO SUSTAINABLE BRA SOLUTIONS
1. WASH IT -
any used bras, sports bras, mastectomy bras, nursing bras. Panties accepted but must be new :)
2. LABEL IT -
fill out the recycling form + receive a non-postage-paid mailing label via email
3. MAIL IT or DROP OFF -
attach non-postage-paid label to your package + mail it
or find a drop off location near you
*we’ll have pop-up drop off events coming soon *note that if you drop off at another retailer, you’ll receive a possible discount to their shop, not ours.
SOCIAL IMPACT OF BRAS
1. HEALTH
women without insurance often can’t afford the cost of post mastectomy surgery bras
2. SAFETY + SECURITY
for houseless women + girls, a bra can be a lessen chances of sexual or violent assault
3. PERSONAL CONFIDENCE + PROFESSIONAL OPPORTUNITY
as women + girls re-enter work + school, they need bras for personal + professional development
4. BREAKING CULTURAL VIOLENCE TOWARD WOMEN'S BODIES
the UN estimates 3.8 million teenagers have been affected by breast flattening
IMPACT IN NUMBERS
The Bra Recyclers have recycled over
12 million bras
+ donated 4+ million, which has the environmental impact of:
greenhouse gas emissions of
48 million miles driven
greenhouse gas emissions of
814,079 trash bags of waste
greenhouse gas emissions of
6508 tons of waste
CO2 emissions that would take
23,441 acres of forest to absorb
CO2 emissions of
2.3 bil smartphones being charged
every bra counts.
Recycle yours with us + The Bra Recyclers to track your impact