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  • Rescue Recycle donates to Best Friends Organization

    In May 2026, Rescue Recycle donated $500 to Best Friends Animal Society to help support their work with homeless pets across the country. At Rescue Recycle, one of the goals behind our electronics recycling and reuse program has always been to create opportunities to give back through something we already know well: giving handheld electronics…
  • rescue recycle e-waste event in Hemphill, Texas

    We hosted an E-Waste collection event, and Hemphill turned out big! Hemphill residents showed up in force at Rescue Recycle’s latest e-waste collection drive, donating 1,800 pounds of unwanted electronics for responsible processing. All material was transported to STS Electronic Recycling, Inc. in Jacksonville, Texas, for downstream handling, ensuring devices are kept out of landfills…
  • rescue recycle first donation day featuring animal shelter staff and Zach and Stoncia Bethke and plaque

    September 15 was a big day for our small, family-run business. On that date, Zach and I made Rescue Recycle’s very first donation from our mail-in program, and it went straight to the animals. We gave $1,000 to the Sabine Animal Shelter in Many, Louisiana to support their spay/neuter program. The gift included $500 raised…
  • recycling old cell phones

    If you’ve recently upgraded your phone and are wondering what to do with the old one, recycling your device in Oregon is a smart and easy choice. Whether you’re interested in eco-friendly cell phone disposal, want to support a charitable cause, or simply clear out your drawer of outdated tech, Oregon offers several accessible ways…
  • electronics waste

    Donating your old phone is about more than clearing out clutter—it’s a chance to help the environment, support charity, and make a positive impact. Here are 11 reasons why you should donate your old cell phone.