We are proud supporters of The Bra Recyclers, who are dedicated to ensuring that preloved bras go to those who need them most, while keeping pieces out of landfill.
Each year, they accept thousands of bras + prostheses to either recycle or share with those in need, including survivors of domestic violence + human trafficking.
Both environmentally + socially, The Bra Recycler’s impact is hugely important
IN NUMBERS
As of 2021, The Bra Recyclers have
recycled
12 million
donated
4 million
+
in greenhouse gas emissions that equals:
6,508 tons
of waste
48 mil
miles driven
814,079
bags of trash
23,441 acres of forest
to absorb
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
2.3 bil smartphones being charged
+ the same amount of CO2 emissions that would take:
3. PERSONAL CONFIDENCE + PROFESSIONAL OPPORTUNITY
as women + girls re-enter work + school, they need bras for personal + professional development
every bra counts. Recycle with us + The Bra Recyclers to track your impact
1. WASH
if bras have been used, please wash them
*(panties must be new)*
bras can include sports, mastectomy + nursing styles
subscribe to our newsletter to know when we’ll have drop off events + pop-ups
*if you drop off at another retailer, you may receive a discount to their shop, not ours.