Dump & Run
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What is it?
Dump and Run keeps six semi-trailers worth of unwanted goods out of Champaign-Urbana’s dumpsters and landfills each year. This project reduces litter and consumer waste, saves space in landfills, lowers dumping costs for certified housing and apartments, provides inexpensive items for folks to purchase in the fall - and acts as a major fundraiser for the University YMCA.
On May collection days, the University YMCA collects reusable items from move out and spring cleaning. Bring accepted items to the Y!
From August 15-18th, we collect again and sell the items at the big SALE on August 25th and 26th at the U of I Stock Pavilion.
Volunteer 6+ hours for first dibs during the August pre-sale. Sign up now to volunteer or learn more by visiting our Dump & Run: Volunteer page.
When are upcoming collections and sale?
May 2012 Collection Days:
May 7 – 9 → 9:00am – 4:00pm
May 10 → 9:00am – 7:00pm
May 11 & 12→ 9:00am – 4:00pm
May 14 – 18 → 9:00am – 4:00pm
August 2012 Collection Days:
August 15th-18th (more information forthcoming)
SALE:
August 25th and 26th, 2012
View photos on Flickr to see what got sold last year!
What can I donate?
We collect furniture, dishes, glassware, pots & pans, small household appliances, computers, electronics, bicycles, office & school supplies, nearly-new clothing, books, toiletries, lawn & garden, artwork, vinyl & cds, musical instruments, sporting equipment & other household goods.
We do NOT collect carseats, stoves, washers, dryers, non-working electronics & computer parts, sleeper sofas, mattresses, televisions, or large exercise equipment.
The University YMCA reserves the right to refuse any donation offered, based on but not limited to, its size, weight, and condition.
Where can I drop off items during May Collections?
The University YMCA at 1001 S Wright St., Champaign (on the corner of Wright and Chalmers) during Collection Days and Hours as listed above
Where is the sale located?
The U of I Stock Pavilion at 1402 W. Pennsylvania