Enhancing your Environmental and Social Impact through Recycling.
We empower individuals and companies to make a difference by diverting textiles from landfills and promoting environmental and community stewardship.
Since 2008, The Bra Recyclers has been dedicated to driving a culture of sustainable living that results in positive social and environmental change.
Through our textile recycling and rewards programs, we are specialists in providing sustainable solutions that reduce waste and promote a culture of responsibility and conscious consumption.
Why Recycle?
Reduce waste and support
small businesses.
Get rewarded with discounts from our Ambassadors when you recycle.
Support families in need and our environment.
What We Accept
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Preloved and new bras
(e.g., regular, sports)
Sports bras, regular bras, bralettes, nursing bras, post-surgery bras (mastectomy bras, prostheses, camisoles, sleeves)
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New women's and girls' underwear
Underwear must be new and unused. We accept all sizes and styles.
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New mens' and boys' underwear
Underwear must be new and unused. We accept all sizes and styles.
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New t-shirts/underwear for the entire family
We accept new t-shirts and undershirts for the entire family. We accept all sizes and styles.
Get Started Making Your Impact
1. Wash It
2. Label It
3. Send It
Extending Our Outreach to Families and Students
Through Our Nonprofit, The Undie Chest
The Undie Chest was established to address an often neglected issue within our community. The Bra Recyclers received numerous reports from teachers about students being bullied due to their insufficient undergarments, which highlighted the need to offer assistance to Title 1 school students who are below the poverty threshold.
Our partnership with school nurses and administrators through the Everyone Deserves Underwear (E.D.U) Program provides this essential resource for students' confidence, self-esteem, and dignity. Additionally, through the Undie Power Program, we aim to extend our support to over 130 shelters and transitional programs to continue supporting homeless individuals, and survivors of human trafficking and domestic violence.
Dignity starts with feeling good undie-neath!
Alignment with 5 of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
You can be part of the action for the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through our nonprofit arm, The Undie Chest. Together, we're making strides toward two more SDGs: SDG 1. No Poverty and SDG 2. Quality Education
Through this initative, we have donated 4 million bras to more than 130 non-profits globally which is the equivalent greenhouse gas emissions of driving an average gasoline-powered car around the earth 648 times or 16.2 million miles.
Get Involved
Make An Impact
The average American throws away 81 pounds of clothing per year. 95% of worn or torn textiles can be recycled. However, only 15% gets donated or recycled.
Join our mission to reduce waste by recycling your gently used bras and new underwear and giving them a second life.
Elaine Birks-Mitchell, CEO of The Bra Recyclers
For Retailers and Businesses
Customers are loyal to businesses that want to make a difference.
78% of US consumers say they support companies that act sustainably by purchasing their products and services. (Sustainable Brands)
Libby Basile, Ambassador & Owner of
Filly Rose Bra Fitting Studio
Our recycling and reward programs provide simple solutions for businesses and retailers who want to enhance customer engagement and provide options to responsibly dispose of unwanted items or excess inventory and returns.
Partner with us to become a Recycling Ambassador and enhance your environmental and social impact.
Benefits of Partnering With Us
Reduce your environmental impact and increase your social responsibility with our recycling and rewards programs.
Measure your carbon emissions and make a positive impact in communities worldwide.
Show your commitment to giving back while creating a sustainable future for future generations.
Environmental Impact Of Your Recycled Bras and Undies
In 2023, our Recycling Ambassadors recycled 48,107 lbs, which prevents greenhouse gas emissions equivalent to…
193,417 miles driven by an average passenger vehicle
8,510 gallons of gasoline consumed
14.9 homes’ electricity use in one year
3,285 trash bags of waste recycled instead of landfilled
4,992,528 smartphones charged
26.3 tons of waste recycled instead of landfilled
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