Small foundation. Statewide footprint.
The Illinois Recycling Foundation runs lean — a volunteer board and a statewide network of practitioners — so gifts go to work fast, on programs people actually use.
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Educate
Education & training Workshops, webinars, toolkits, and practical resources for communities and professionals — from battery stewardship to food scrap diversion.
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Engage
Public tools & outreach The free statewide Recycling Finder and public education that improves recycling behavior and cuts contamination at the cart.
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Convene
Partnerships & convenings Collaboration among local governments, haulers, processors, and program partners — including the statewide Illinois Circularity Conference.
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Measure
Research & the statewide assessment Data-driven work that identifies the gaps, opportunities, and solutions shaping the next decade of Illinois recycling.
2026 focus areas
What we're pushing on this year
- Recycling education, contamination reduction, and "what goes where" clarity
- Statewide collaboration through events and the Illinois recycling network
- Circular economy visibility and innovation, including partner programming and reuse education
Tax-deductible giving: The Illinois Recycling Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Your donation is tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. EIN 84-3846343